The eligibility criteria for NEET SS 2026 primarily require candidates to hold a recognized postgraduate medical degree such as MD, MS, or DNB, or an equivalent qualification in the relevant broad specialty from a recognized medical institution. Candidates who have completed or are likely to complete their postgraduate qualification by the cutoff date, which is January 31, 2027, are eligible to apply. Candidates appearing in their final postgraduate examinations during 2026 can also apply, provided they complete all required qualifying criteria and training on or before the specified January 31, 2027 deadline.
The detailed eligibility criteria for NEET SS 2026 are as follows:
For International Students:
Ques.1 What is the minimum educational qualification required for NEET SS 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have a recognized postgraduate medical degree such as MD, MS, or DNB, or an equivalent qualification in the relevant broad specialty. Those appearing in the final year of their postgraduate course in 2026 can also apply, provided they complete the qualification by April 30, 2027.
Ques.2 Is there any age limit or restriction on the number of attempts for NEET SS?
Ans. There is no upper age limit for NEET SS 2026. Candidates can appear multiple times, provided they meet the qualification requirements.
Ques.3 Do foreign medical graduates need MCI registration?
Ans. No — but you must be licensed in your home country. MCI may grant temporary registration for your period of study in India.
Q4. What if I already hold a super-specialty degree?
Ans. If you have already completed or are pursuing a superspecialty via NEET SS or INI-SS, you are not eligible to apply for another superspecialty through NEET SS.
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