Is all the sections in NEET PG have same marking scheme?
No, all the sections in the NEET PG exam do not have the same marking scheme. Here's a breakdown of the marking pattern:
1. Total Marks
- The NEET PG exam consists of 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Each question carries 4 marks for a correct answer.
- So, the total possible marks in the exam are 800
Yes. There is no difference at all. All questions will have esame negative marking irrespective of the section. As per the existing marking scheme, candidate gets +4 marks for right answer and -1 for negative response. NBE, the exam conducting body releases exam pattern and marking scheme along with
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The MD Forensic Medicine cut-off in NEET-PG 2026 is, honestly, one of the most rank-friendly in the entire MD table — which makes this para-clinical branch a serious government-college route for candidates sitting on a lower rank. NEET-PG 2026 results were declared by NBEMS on 24 September 2026,
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| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Expected Qualifying Marks |
| General | 50th | 295–315 |
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| SC/ST/OBC (including PwBD) | 40th | 255–275 |
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