NEET SS Exam 2025: Dates, Application, Eligibility, Pattern, Syllabus, and Counselling

The NEET SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Super Speciality) is one of the most competitive medical entrance exams in India, conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). NEET SS is the mandatory qualifying exam for candidates to enter into DM/ MCh courses in various universities/ institutions in the country and no other test is considered valid.

The NEET SS 2025 exam dates (revised) are December 26 and 27, 2025 and it will be held in two shifts each day. The candidates appearing in NEET SS will get admissions to all private Medical colleges/ institutions/ universities/ deemed universities that offer DM/ MCh courses.

What are the Important Highlights of the NEET SS Exam 2025?

The NEET SS exam 2025 important highlights are tabulated below:

What Are the NEET SS 2025 Exam Dates and Important Events?

The official NEET SS 2025 schedule has been released by NBEMS and the exam will be conducted on December 26 and 27, 2025. The detailed timeline of the exam is given below:

NEET SS 2025 Exam Timings:

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Who Will Conduct NEET SS 2025?

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) will conduct the NEET SS 2025 on December 26 and 27, 2025. 

What Courses Are Offered Through NEET SS 2025?

NEET SS 2025 offers admission to Doctorate of Medicine (DM) and Master of Chirurgiae (MCh) courses across 13 super-speciality disciplines. Candidates can opt for up to two specialities within a related group.

Examples of Clubbed Course Categories:

• Anesthesia Group: Cardiac, Neuro, Organ Transplant, Pediatric/Neonatal Anesthesia
• Pediatrics Group: Neonatology, Pediatric Oncology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology
• Surgical Group: Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB Surgery, Vascular Surgery
• Medical Group: Cardiology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Nephrology

How to Register for NEET SS Exam 2025?

Candidates who are interested in the NEET SS exam can register online through the NBEMS official website. The NEET SS application form filling process includes filling in personal details, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee via online payment via Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking).

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Step-by-Step NEET SS 2025 Application Process

The step-by-step NEET SS registration process is added below, and you are advised to follow the same in chronology: 

Step 1: Visit the official website of NBEMS.

Step 2: Register yourself to generate login credentials by entering the valid email ID and phone number.

Step 3: Login again by valid login credentials and then fill out the application form carefully.

Step 4: Upload all the required documents (academics degrees and social category certificates), scanned photo, signature, and thumb impression.

Step 5: Submit the application form by paying the application fee online.

Step 6: Download and keep a printout of the NEET SS application fee for future reference.

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What Is the Eligibility Criteria for NEET SS 2025?

The eligibility criteria for NEET SS are as follow:

• Candidates must possess a recognized postgraduate degree (MD/MS/DNB or equivalent) and should be registered with MCI/NMC or State Medical Council.
• Foreign Nationals need not be registered with MCI but must hold valid registration in their home country. Temporary registration may be granted during their course duration.

NEET SS Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme 2025

NEET SS 2025 exam will be conducted in a computer-based format and the type of question asked is multiple-choice questions according to the latest prescribed format. 

The detailed NEET SS exam pattern is tabulated below:

NEET SS Syllabus 2025

The NEET SS exam syllabus varies according to the specialty chosen by the candidate. The exam has two sections:

• Paper A: Based on feeder broad specialty subjects.
• Paper B: Advanced and clinical-level questions from the super-speciality domain.

Major Groups:

• Medical Group: Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Oncology, Gastroenterology.
• Surgical Group: Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Urology, Endocrine Surgery.
• Pediatric Group: Neonatology, Pediatric Oncology, Hepatology.
• Obstetrics & Gynecology Group: Gynecologic Oncology, Reproductive Medicine.

NEET SS 2025 Result & Seat Allotment

NEET SS results are expected to be declared by the NBEMS in the first week of December 2025. The official announcement regarding the detailed exam scheduled is expected to be out soon.

NEET SS qualified candidates will be shortlisted for the centralised NEET SS Counselling 2025, to be conducted online by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

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Which Colleges Will Accept NEET SS 2025 Scores?

All government medical colleges, private medical colleges, deemed universities, and Armed Forces Medical Service Institutions in India are obliged to accept NEET SS scores.

However, the following institutes do not accept NEET SS:

• AIIMS, New Delhi
• PGIMER, Chandigarh
• JIPMER, Puducherry
• NIMHANS, Bengaluru
• Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute, Thiruvananthapuram

NEET SS 2025 Counselling & Admission

The NEET SS counselling 2025 will be held online by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) in three rounds and the important dates are tabulated below:

Documents Required for NEET SS Counselling

The important documents required for NEET SS counselling are listed down below:

• Class 10 & 12 Marksheets
• MBBS/PG Degree Certificates
• Photo ID Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Voter ID)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• NEET SS Admit Card & Result Copy

The NEET SS 2025 exam is a crucial stepping stone for doctors aspiring to pursue super-speciality medical programs in India. There are 13 groups or super specialist disciplines that are tested, and candidates must select their question paper groups throughout NEET SS 2025 application form procedure.

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