DNB PDCET eligibility should be checked for the exact course and candidature category before applying. An eligible postgraduate medical diploma in the specialty accepted for the corresponding post-diploma DNB programme.
Eligibility checklist
| Check | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Qualification | An eligible postgraduate medical diploma in the specialty accepted for the corresponding post-diploma DNB programme. |
| Course or paper | The post-diploma DNB specialty corresponding to your diploma |
| Marks and subjects | Use the qualifying examination, subject combination and minimum marks specified for your category. |
| Other conditions | Check applicable age, domicile, registration, internship or experience conditions. |
| Evidence | Postgraduate diploma, result declaration evidence and medical registration |
A course-specific check matters
Post-diploma DNB admission is distinct from the post-MBBS DNB route. Use the qualification cut-off and specialty mapping in the PDCET bulletin.
Before paying the fee
Compare the wording of your qualification and certificates with the official eligibility clause. If a result, internship or experience period is incomplete, check its exact cut-off date rather than assuming that completion before classes begin is enough. Ask the authority through its official helpdesk when the bulletin does not resolve your situation.
Official resources
Use the latest notice for your course and session. Later corrections or revised schedules take priority over an earlier bulletin.