What is the DNB CET 2027 exam pattern?

DNB CET 2027 has 120 MCQs from all clinical MBBS subjects. Duration is 180 minutes (3 hours). Marking: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect. Total marks: 480. The exam is conducted online by NBE twice a year.

What is the difference between DNB and MD/MS degrees?

DNB (Diplomate of National Board) is awarded by NBE and is equivalent to MD/MS awarded by universities. DNB training happens in accredited hospitals (including non-teaching hospitals), while MD/MS training occurs at medical college hospitals.

What are the advantages of DNB over MD/MS?

DNB programs are available at 500+ hospitals across India including corporate hospitals with excellent clinical exposure. DNB holders can pursue super-specialty training, teach in medical colleges (subject to NMC guidelines), and get academic equivalence with MD/MS.

What is the DNB CET qualifying score and seat availability?

Approximately 8,000+ DNB seats across various clinical specialties are available at accredited hospitals in India. The qualifying cutoff varies by specialty — general medicine, surgery, and pediatrics seats are most competitive.

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Exam Overview

Conducting BodyNBE (National Board of Examinations)

Exam ModeOnline (CBT)

Marking Scheme+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

SectionsAll clinical subjects

FrequencyTwice a year

Next ExamJuly 2027

RegistrationApril 2027

EligibilityMBBS with internship completion

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DNB CET (Centralized Entrance Test) is conducted by NBE for admission to DNB (Diplomate of National Board) postgraduate clinical specialty training programs at accredited hospitals and medical institutions across India.

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