NEET-PG 2025 to Be Held on August 3: Supreme Court Allows NBE Extension, Denies Further Delay
The Supreme Court of India has permitted the National Board of Examinations (NBE) to conduct the NEET-PG 2025 examination on August 3, 2025, in one single shift. The exam was originally scheduled for June 15, but the NBE sought additional time citing logistical and security challenges.
A bench comprising Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and Augustine George Masih acknowledged the reasons presented by the NBE and found them bona fide, allowing the rescheduling of the examination. However, the apex court was firm in stating that no further extension would be granted beyond August 3.
Background of the Case
On May 30, the Supreme Court had directed the NBE to ensure transparency and uniformity by holding the NEET-PG 2025 in a single shift, instead of the previously proposed two shifts. The court had then instructed that the exam be conducted on the originally notified date—June 15—but allowed the NBE the option to seek a short extension if absolutely necessary.
Subsequently, on June 3, the NBE submitted a formal application requesting an extension. It cited the need to double the number of exam centres and make enhanced security arrangements, which required additional time for proper implementation.
Key Takeaways
- New Exam Date: NEET-PG 2025 will now be held on August 3, 2025.
- Format: The examination must be conducted in a single shift.
- Final Deadline: The Supreme Court has made it clear that no further delay will be permitted.
- Reason for Extension: NBE cited the need for more centres and stricter security protocols.
This ruling brings clarity to lakhs of medical aspirants who had been waiting anxiously for an official confirmation on the exam schedule. The NEET-PG exam is a crucial gateway for postgraduate medical admissions in India.
The court’s decision balances the logistical concerns raised by the NBE with the candidates’ right to timely and fair assessment, ensuring that the examination process remains both transparent and efficient.
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