In a major advance for future postgraduate medical students, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has formally unveiled a updated list of testing locations for the NEET PG 2025. The revised list, which is currently available on the NBEMS official website, increases the number of testing cities from 233 to 233. This action is part of a broader strategy to improve accessibility, minimize candidate hardship, and guarantee the NEET PG test, which is now set for August 3, 2025, is conducted smoothly and efficiently. 

A recent Supreme Court order requiring that the NEET PG 2025 test be held in a single shift nationwide has led to the growth of exam cities. The NEET PG exam will now be held in a single combined shift after traditionally being conducted in several sessions to handle logistical issues and candidate numbers. This legal mandate required a significant change to the examination planning procedure, which led NBEMS to ask for more time to revamp logistics and infrastructure. To accommodate the large number of candidates without the risk of overcrowling or administrative problems, the examination authority has not only changed the exam date but also significantly increased the number of test sites. 

The updated list of exam cities was released on June 12, 2025, and may be downloaded from the official website, https://natboard.edu.in, according to NBEMS. Candidates have been directed by NBEMS to download the official public notice featuring the revised city list in PDF format from the homepage under the ‘NEET PG 2025’ area in order to promote transparency and simple access. 

Candidates must now reselect their preferred test cities via the NBEMS portal after the revised list is in place. From June 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM, until June 17, 2025, at 11:55 PM, the window to modify city preferences will be available. Registered candidates must log in during this time using their NEET PG 2025 application credentials and select the ‘Exam City Selection’ option from the dashboard. They will be able to choose their preferred cities from the list of 233 and review them in order of priority. 

It is critical to remember that exam city assignment will be done on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on availability, this means that candidates who log in sooner and submit their preferences are more likely to get a seat in their preferred city. Candidates are encouraged to print or photograph their chosen selections for reference after submitting. 

The expansion of the test cities is necessary to comply with the Supreme Court’s new single-shift format while also accommodating a big number of pupils. The goals are to lessen candidates’ travel burdens, lower the chance of center crowding, and allow for effective administrative oversight on exam day. NBEMS also aims to guarantee that candidates from remote or underserved regions are not disadvantaged in their ability to access examination centers by providing more locations. 

Students and academic stakeholders have generally welcomed NBEMS’s updated plan. Many people view it as a student-friendly move that supports the larger objectives of fair access and effective exam administration. To address concerns that have frequently been raised in multi-shift tests, the centralized exam timing also seeks to minimize discrepancies and guarantee a consistent level of difficulty nationwide. 

The NEET PG test is a vital entry point for students hoping to enroll in MD, MS, and other postgraduate medical courses in India. Given the high stakes and nationwide participation, careful planning and exam fairness are essential. By taking this proactive measure, NBEMS has shown its dedication to both candidate well-being and operational efficiency. 

Students are highly encouraged to regularly check the NBEMS official website for the most recent news and updates regarding the NEET PG 2025 exam. Prompt action in changing city preferences will be crucial, particularly because availability is determined on a first-come, first-served basis. Candidates must remain vigilant, well-prepared, and informed of all pertinent information supplied by the exam authority as the new exam date of August 3, 2025, approaches.