Entrance examination for admission to post-diploma DNB training. Doctors with an eligible postgraduate medical diploma in the relevant specialty.
Exam at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Diplomate of National Board Post Diploma Centralized Entrance Test |
| Exam authority | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Study pathway | Post-diploma DNB programmes in notified specialties |
| Application choice | The post-diploma DNB specialty corresponding to your diploma |
Understand this route
Post-diploma DNB admission is distinct from the post-MBBS DNB route. Use the qualification cut-off and specialty mapping in the PDCET bulletin.
The qualifying diploma must meet the conditions in the current bulletin. Review the specialty-wise eligibility, qualification cut-off and counselling schedule published by NBEMS.
Plan your next steps
- Check Eligibility before choosing a course or paying an application fee.
- Read the current Important Dates and Application Form notices for your session.
- Use Exam Pattern and Syllabus together to make a subject-wise preparation plan.
- After the examination, use Result and the applicable admission or registration guidance.
Official resources
Use the latest notice for your course and session. Later corrections or revised schedules take priority over an earlier bulletin.