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NEET PG After MBBS — Specialisation Pathway and Timeline
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NEET PG After MBBS — Specialisation Pathway and Timeline

From MBBS internship to NEET PG: when to start prep, how counselling works, branch selection, and alternative routes if PG feels distant.

2 July 20268 min read readMedMentor360 editorial

MBBS is the beginning — NEET PG determines your specialisation, city, and career trajectory. Planning starts in internship, not after graduation.

Timeline Overview

Complete MBBS plus internship, register for NEET PG (or NExT when applicable), appear for the exam, and participate in AIQ and state PG counselling through MCC and state authorities.

Branch Selection Strategy

Clinical branches (medicine, surgery, paediatrics) demand top ranks. Pre- and para-clinical branches offer paths with lower cutoffs. Align branch choice with long-term practice goals, not peer pressure.

Preparation During Internship

Use internship rotations for clinical revision. Dedicated prep typically needs 6–12 months — starting early reduces gap years.

Career Counselling Beyond UG

MedMentor360 helps MBBS graduates map PG strategy, including backup plans like overseas PG, USMLE, or PLAB if NEET PG rank needs improvement.

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