NEET PG 2025 Result: NBEMS Releases AIQ Merit List, Check Ranks and Counselling Details

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially released the NEET PG 2025 merit list for 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. Candidates aspiring to pursue postgraduate medical courses such as MD, MS, PG Diploma, Post MBBS DNB/DrNB (Direct 6 years), and NBEMS Diploma can now check their eligibility and ranks at natboard.edu.in.

The NEET PG exam was conducted on August 3, and results were declared on August 19. With the release of the AIQ merit list, the focus now shifts to counselling and scorecards, which will decide candidates’ admission prospects.

1. NEET PG 2025 AIQ Merit List Released

The merit list has been published for candidates who qualified for 50% All India Quota seats. It contains essential details such as roll numbers, application IDs, NEET PG scores, overall ranks, AIQ ranks, and category-wise AIQ ranks.

2. Who Can Apply for AIQ Seats

The list is applicable for candidates seeking admission into:

• MD/MS programmes

• Postgraduate Diploma courses

• Post MBBS DNB/DrNB (Direct 6 years) programmes

• NBEMS Diploma courses (2025–26 academic session)

3. State Quota Merit Lists to Be Released Separately

NBEMS clarified that state-level merit lists will be prepared by respective states and Union Territories. These lists will follow their own eligibility criteria, guidelines, regulations, and reservation policies.

4. Cut-Off Marks Already Announced

Along with the exam results on August 19, NBEMS also declared the category-wise cut-off marks. Candidates who secured marks equal to or above the cut-off are eligible for AIQ counselling.

5. Counselling to Be Conducted by MCC

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will oversee the counselling process for AIQ seats. Only candidates who appear in the merit list and meet the cut-off criteria will be able to participate.

6. AIQ Scorecards From September 5

NBEMS will release AIQ scorecards for eligible candidates at natboard.edu.in on or after September 5. These scorecards will be available for download for six months.

7. What the Scorecard Will Show

The AIQ scorecards will display:

• NEET PG 2025 Rank – overall merit among all candidates who appeared.

• All India Quota Rank – position among those eligible for AIQ counselling.

• AIQ Category Rank – category-wise ranking (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) among eligible candidates.

8. Importance of the AIQ Merit List

The merit list is a crucial step in the NEET PG admission process. It ensures transparency by clearly listing qualified candidates and determining their eligibility for the next stage.

9. Impact on Candidates’ Academic Journey

For aspirants, this merit list marks the beginning of their postgraduate admission journey. Their performance in NEET PG and their AIQ ranks will directly influence which college and speciality they can secure.

10. Next Steps for Aspirants

Candidates should:

• Download their scorecards once available.

• Keep an eye on the MCC website for counselling schedules.

• Prepare necessary documents for verification during counselling.

Conclusion

With the NEET PG 2025 AIQ merit list now out, candidates can finally see where they stand in the national ranking. The next few weeks, beginning with scorecard releases on September 5 and followed by MCC counselling, will be crucial in shaping their postgraduate medical careers. For thousands of doctors in training, this milestone is not just a result—it’s the doorway to their future in medicine.