NEET Asked on March 5, 2026

What is the difference between NEET PG and NEXT?

Comparison between current and proposed postgraduate medical entrance exams.

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NEET PG is the current entrance examination used for admission to postgraduate medical courses in India. However, the National Exit Test (NEXT) has been proposed by the National Medical Commission as a future exam that will serve multiple purposes. NEXT is expected to function as a final-year MBBS exit exam, a licensing exam for medical graduates to practice in India, and a ranking exam for admission to postgraduate courses. Once implemented, NEXT may replace NEET PG in the future as part of reforms in medical education.
Last verified: March 5, 2026 Editorial Policy