The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences {NBEMS} has officially announced the DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification for admission to Post Diploma DNB courses for the 2026 academic year. The DNB-PDCET 2026 entrance exam will be held on the 12th of April in 2026 in a computer-based mode {CBT} in India. The online registration procedure started on the 17th of February in 2026 and will remain open until the 8th of March of the same year. Aspirants who are holding a recognised postgraduate medical diploma and meeting the mentioned eligibility criteria can apply. The selection process under the DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification includes a national-level computer-based test which is followed by centralised merit-based counselling. The official information bulletin provides complete details about the exam pattern along with the application charges in addition to the important dates and admission procedure for eligible medical professionals.
Overview:
| Important Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences |
| Exam | DNB-PDCET 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online Mode |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Exam Due Date | 12 > April > 2026 |
| Main Website | https://natboard.edu.in/ |
Note:- The DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification confirms that the exam will be held nationwide on a single day in CBT mode to make sure transparency and uniform evaluation.
Key > Events:
Candidates who are applying under the DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification must strictly follow the official schedule in order to avoid missing deadlines.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication | 17/February/2026 |
| Online Application Start | 17/February/2026 till 05:00 PM |
| Deadline to Apply | 8/March/2026 {11:55 PM} |
| Edit Window {General} | 11 to 13/March /2026 |
| Final Image Correction Window | 20 to 23/March/2026 |
| Admit Card Publication | 8/April/2026 |
| Exam Due Date | 12/April/2026 |
| Result Announcement | By 12/May/2026 |
Eligibility Conditions:
Applicants must carefully check the eligibility requirements that are mentioned in the DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification before submitting the form:
- The candidate must have a postgraduate medical diploma qualification recognized under the NMC Act
- The final examination of the PG Medical Diploma must be passed on or before 31 > January > 2026
- The candidate must provide the documentary proof of their diploma recognition.
- Aadhaar number can be used for identity verification during registration
Note:- If a candidate fails to fulfil these criteria >the application may be rejected at any stage of the admission process.
Application Charge:
The DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification specifies a non-refundable examination charge that every candidate needs to pay.
| Charge Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Exam Fee | ₹ 4250 |
| Payment Mode | Online Only |
The fee must be paid through credit card/Debit Card/UPI or other available digital payment methods. Payment gateway charges are applicable separately.
Online > Registration:
Aspirants must submit their application form through the NBEMS > website according to the procedure mentioned in the DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification.
Step 1: Go through the main website of NBEMS i.e: https://natboard.edu.in/ and browse the DNB-PDCET 2026 section.
Step 2: Tap on the registration link and create a new user account by using your valid email ID and mobile number > then Log in by using the generated user ID and password.
Step 3: Fill out personal details along with qualification details in addition to the diploma information and Aadhaar number – Upload a recent photograph {not older than three months} and your signature and thumb impression in the mentioned format.
Step 4: Pay the examination fee of ₹ 4250 through the integrated online payment gateway.
Step 5: Check the completed application form and submit it > print the confirmation page for future uise.
Exam >Structure:
The DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification outlines a standardised marking system for the computer-based test. Each correct answer will carry 4 marks while each incorrect answer will attract a deduction of 1. In addition to that- players who attempt Nhu Samhain questions will receive 0 marks
- Questions marked for review will be evaluated if answered
The negative marking rule means 25% of the assigned marks for a question will be deducted for every wrong response > therefore candidate must have attempted questions carefully in order to maintain a competitive score.
Counselling > Procedure:
The DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification has confirmed that the admission procedure will follow only a merit-based system. After the Computer-Based Test and speciality-wise merit lists will be prepared based on scores obtained in the entrance examination. Candidates will then participate in centralised counselling for allocation of Post Diploma DNB seats. Seat allotment will depend on rank along with the speciality preference and seat availability.
Note:- The DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification make sure a transparent and standardised admission system for medical diploma holders who are seeking advanced training under the Diplomate of National Board framework.
Frequently > Asked Questions:
Q1 What is the last date for interested candidates to apply online under the DNB-PDCET 2026 Notification?
Ans:- Aspirants should know that the last date to submit the online application form is on the 8th of March of 2026.
Q2 When will the DNB-PDCET 2026 > exam be conducted according to the latest notification that is published online?
Ans: The entrance examination for DNB – PDCET 2016 is scheduled to take place on 12th of April in the year 2026.
Q3 Is there any negative marking in the DNB-PDCET 2026 written exam or not?
Ans:- Yes > one mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer which is equal to 25% negative marking.
Important Links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Check Notification Here |
| Apply Online | Direct Apply Online Link |
| Official Website | https://natboard.edu.in/ |