NEET SS 2025 Revised Exam Dates Announced: Exam to be Held on December 27 & 28

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially announced the revised dates for the NEET SS 2025 examination. As per the latest update, the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Super Specialty (NEET SS) will now be conducted on December 27 and 28, 2025, instead of the earlier announced schedule.

NEET SS 2025 Revised Exam Dates Announced: Exam to be Held on December 27 and 28, 2025

This change has been made to accommodate administrative and scheduling adjustments, ensuring that candidates across India get sufficient time to prepare. The updated notification has been released on the official website - natboard.edu.in.

NEET SS 2025 Revised Schedule

NBEMS will soon release a detailed information bulletin along with admit card download instructions and exam centre guidelines.

What is NEET SS 2025?

The NEET SS (Super Specialty) is a national-level entrance examination conducted for admission to DM, MCh, and DrNB Super Specialty courses across medical colleges and institutions in India. The exam serves as a single gateway for all super-specialty medical admissions, replacing multiple institutional-level exams.

Candidates holding a postgraduate medical degree (MD/MS/DNB) in relevant specialties are eligible to appear for this exam.

Why the NEET SS 2025 Exam Dates Were Revised

According to NBEMS, the revision in NEET SS 2025 dates was made due to academic calendar alignment and logistical reasons related to exam centre arrangements and other national-level exams being held during the same period.

The Board clarified that all other exam-related processes - including admit card release, centre allocation, and result declaration - will proceed as per the updated schedule.

NEET SS 2025 Exam Pattern

The NEET SS 2025 will follow the same structure as previous years:

• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Questions: 150

Marking Scheme:

• +4 for each correct answer
• -1 for each incorrect answer

Each question paper will be based on the primary feeder broad specialty, ensuring alignment with the candidate's postgraduate qualification.

NEET SS 2025 Syllabus

The syllabus includes topics from the feeder broad specialty subjects as per the Medical Council of India (MCI) guidelines.

For example:

DM Cardiology: Questions will be based on General Medicine.

MCh Neurosurgery: Questions will be based on General Surgery.

NBEMS recommends that candidates revise their core PG subjects thoroughly to perform well.

Admit Card and Exam Day Guidelines

The NEET SS 2025 Admit Card will be available for download on natboard.edu.in approximately 7 days before the exam.

Candidates must carry:

A printed copy of the admit card with a recent passport-size photo affixed.

A valid government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, or Driving License).

Reporting time and COVID-19 or other health advisories (if applicable) will be mentioned on the admit card.

NEET SS 2025 Result and Counselling

Results are expected to be declared in January 2026, followed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducting centralized online counselling for seat allocation in:

• Central and Deemed Universities
• Government and Private Medical Colleges
• Armed Forces Medical Services Institutions
• Candidates shortlisted based on merit will be eligible for Round 1 and Round 2 counselling sessions.

Official Website for Updates

All important notifications, revised schedules, and results will be available on the NBEMS official portals:

• natboard.edu.in
• nbe.edu.in

Candidates are advised not to rely on third-party websites and to regularly check the NBEMS website for authentic information.

Tips for NEET SS 2025 Aspirants

• Revise feeder subject concepts thoroughly.
• Practice previous year question papers and mock tests.
• Focus on time management and accuracy.
• Keep all documents ready before admit card release.
• Follow official updates closely for any further changes.

Conclusion

The NEET SS 2025 revised exam dates have been officially confirmed for December 27 and 28, 2025, by NBEMS. This adjustment provides additional preparation time for medical aspirants aiming to pursue DM, MCh, or DrNB courses. Candidates are advised to visit natboard.edu.in regularly for updates on admit cards, centre details, and result announcements.