DNB Exam Date, Pattern, Syllabus & Study Plan

The Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET) 2024, conducted by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi, is a crucial examination for aspiring candidates seeking admission to various medical and dental programs. This article provides an in-depth overview of the INI CET, including the examination details, application process, and counselling procedure.

Overview

The National Board of Examination (NBE) conducts the Diplomate of National Board Post-Diploma Centralised Entrance Test (DNB PCET) for admission to 1,073 seats across 14 specialties in 597 hospitals across India. The latest update reveals that NBEMS has announced the round one seat allotment result of DNB PDCET 2023 counseling at nbe.edu.in.

Important Dates

1. Round One Registration and Choice Filling: Till August 21
2. Round Two Choice Filling: From September 7

Note: Only aspirants who have qualified for the exam are eligible to participate in the DNB PDCET counseling process.

Counseling Process

The DNB PDCET 2023 counseling process involves:

1. Registration

2. Fee Payment

3. Choice Filling and Locking

4. Seat Allotment

The seat allotment is based on choices filled during counseling, DNB PDCET rank, available seats, reservation seats, and other factors.

Exam Details

DNB PDCET 2023 Exam Pattern:

1. Computer-based exam

2. 120 multiple-choice questions from 8 different specialties

3. Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

Highlights:

1. Frequency: Once a year

2. Exam Level: National Level

3. Languages: English

4. Mode of Application: Online

5 . Exam Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Eligibility Criteria

Aspirants must fulfill the following eligibility criteria: Passed the final exam for a postgraduate diploma from a recognized Indian university. Possess proof of passing the postgraduate diploma final examination on or before February 28, 2023.

Application Process

1. Mode: Online

2. Application Fee: Rs. 5,000 (without taxes)

3. Fields non-editable once filled: Name, Mobile Number, Email ID, Testing City, Nationality

5. Editable Fields: Date of Birth, Gender, Category

Syllabus

The DNB PDCET 2023 syllabus includes:

Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry
Pathology, Microbiology, and Pharmacology
General Medicine, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiotherapy
General Surgery, Anesthesia, Orthopedics, and Radiodiagnosis
Pediatrics
ENT and Ophthalmology
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Community Medicine

Exam Pattern

1. Computer-based mode

2. 120 multiple-choice questions

3. +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

4. Exam conducted in English

Admit Card

The DNB PDCET admit card is essential for entry. Candidates must carry the admit card, government-authorized ID proof, and a photocopy of SMC/MCI registration.

Result

The result is announced as a merit list for 14 different specialties. Candidates qualifying are invited to participate in online centralized counseling.

Counseling

1. Four rounds of counseling

2. Rounds 1-3 online; Round 4 offline in New Delhi

3. Registration mandatory for further rounds

Documents Required at Counseling

1. MBBS Provisional/Degree certificate
2. Provisional/Pass certificate from Medical Council of India/State Medical Council
3. Proof of passing the Postgraduate diploma final examination
4. Cast/Community certificate (if applicable)
5. Special category certificate
6. Valid ID proof (PAN card, Indian passport, Voter ID, Driving license, or Aadhar card)