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NEET SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Super Specialty) is conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) for admission to DM, MCh, and DrNB super-specialty courses across India. The Pathology group specifically opens doors to DM Oncopathology, DM Hematopathology, and DM Cytopathology.
DM Oncopathology · DM Hematopathology · DM Cytopathology DrNB Pathology
Computer-Based Test (CBT) · 150 MCQs · 150 Minutes · 3 Timed Sections (50 Qs each)
AIIMS Delhi · PGI Chandigarh · CMC Vellore · JIPMER · AIIMS Bhopal · SGPGI
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Super Specialty (Pathology Group) |
| Conducting Body | NBEMS (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences) |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Exam Type | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 150 MCQs (Single Best Answer) |
| Total Marks | 600 marks (+4 correct / -1 incorrect), as per current NEET SS pattern; verify in the 2026 information bulletin. |
| Duration | 150 minutes (3 sections × 50 min) |
| Sections | Part A: 40 Qs (Basic Sciences) + Part B: 110 Qs (Clinical Pathology) |
| Qualifying Percentile | 50th percentile (UR) / 45th (OBC) / 40th (SC/ST) |
| Feeder Qualification | MD/DNB Pathology from NMC-recognized institute; complete by January 31, 2027. |
| Available Seats | ~50-80 in Pathology group out of ~2,447 total NEET SS seats across all specialties. |
| Official Notice | NBEMS notice dated April 29, 2026 |
| Official Website | natboard.edu.in |
NEET SS 2026 is tentatively scheduled for December 11-12, 2026, as announced by NBEMS on April 29, 2026. Registration dates are not yet announced; monitor natboard.edu.in.
Ongoing live online batch covering high-yield NEET SS Pathology topics systematically. Join the WhatsApp group for current session updates.
The syllabus is based on the MD Pathology curriculum aligned with Robbins 10th Edition, Rosai & Ackerman's Surgical Pathology, WHO 5th Edition Classifications, and recent molecular/IHC updates. Our comprehensive notes cover every topic below.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 150 MCQs (Single Best Answer) |
| Total Marks | 600 |
| Duration | 150 minutes (2.5 hours) |
| Sections | 3 sections x 50 questions x 50 minutes |
| Correct Answer | +4 marks |
| Wrong Answer | -1 mark |
| Unattempted | 0 marks (no penalty) |
| Language | English only |
| Question Type | Image-based, IHC, Clinical Vignette, Direct |
MD Pathology or DNB Pathology from an NMC-recognized medical college. Eligibility cut-off date: January 31, 2027 - MD/DNB Pathology must be completed by this date.
Valid registration with NMC/State Medical Council of India. Foreign nationals or OCI card holders may have specific exemptions — check the information bulletin.
No upper age limit. Unlimited attempts allowed. Any MD/DNB Pathology graduate can appear regardless of years of experience.
₹4,250 for all categories based on recent NEET SS cycles; final fee to be confirmed in the official NEET SS 2026 information bulletin.
Foreign medical graduates with equivalent PG qualifications and valid Indian registration may be eligible. Verify with current information bulletin.
AIIMS, PGI Chandigarh, JIPMER, NIMHANS, and SCTIMST conduct separate NEET INI SS exam. NEET SS (NBEMS) covers all other government and private medical colleges.
Cut-off marks are approximate and based on community-reported data. NBEMS does not officially publish cut-off marks in this format. Actual cut-offs vary each year.
| Category | Cut-off Marks (/600) | Percentile | Target Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR/General | 190–210 | 50th percentile |
Qualifying
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| OBC | 180–200 | 45th percentile |
Qualifying
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| SC/ST/PwD | 120–140 | 40th percentile |
Qualifying
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| AIIMS/PGI Rank | 300+ | Top 20% |
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Approx. 50-80 seats are expected in the Pathology group (DM Oncopathology, Hematopathology, Cytopathology) out of ~2,447 total NEET SS seats across all specialties.
| Institute | Course | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | DM Hematopathology | 2–3 |
| PGI Chandigarh | DM Oncopathology | 2–3 |
| CMC Vellore | DM Oncopathology | 2 |
| JIPMER | DM Histopathology | 1–2 |
| SGPGI Lucknow | DM Pathology | 1–2 |
| AIIMS Bhopal/Jodhpur | DM Pathology | 1 each |
MCC conducts 2 main rounds + mop-up vacancy round. Process: Choice filling → Allotment → Document verification → Joining.
These three prestigious pathology exams share ~90% syllabus overlap. Preparing for NEET SS Pathology 2026 simultaneously prepares you for FRCPath Part 1 (UK Royal College) and NEET INI SS (AIIMS/PGI). One smart preparation = multiple global certifications! See our detailed comparison of all three exams.
| Feature | NEET SS Pathology | FRCPath Part 1 | NEET INI SS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conducted By | NBEMS | Royal College of Pathologists (UK) | AIIMS/PGI/JIPMER/NIMHANS |
| Question Format | 150 MCQs (SBA) | MCQs + EMQs | 200 MCQs (SBA) |
| Syllabus Basis | MD Pathology (India) | UK Pathology Curriculum | MD/DNB Pathology |
| Frequency | Once a year | Twice a year (UK) | Once a year |
| Focus: Oncopathology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Focus: IHC Panels | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Molecular Markers | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Image-Based Qs | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| WHO 5th Ed. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Common Notes? | YES — 90%+ overlap! Our combined notes cover all three | ||
Also preparing for FRCPath? Explore our Part 1 course.
With the exam tentatively set for December 11-12, 2026, use this date-linked plan from June through the final revision window. Practice free board-style pathology questions alongside this calendar.
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