It is anticipated that the exam process of NExT will be split into 2 main stages: Step 1 and Step 2. Candidates are advised to refer to the information below to get more details about the exam process of the NExT Exam 2025.
NExT 2025 Exam Step 1
Examines Theoretical Knowledge: NExT Step 1 will be a theoretical examination, consisting of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Candidates have to appear for the NExT 2025 exam in online mode. This AIIMS will conduct this centralized common exam. Students need to meet the eligibility criteria for the NExT PG Exam 2025 to appear for the test.
NExT Exam Supplementary Option: Candidates who have not passed the NExT Exam Step 1, have the provision to appear for this step. In addition to NExT Step 1, a mandatory NExT Step 2 exam is conducted annually before the university exams for the III MBBS (Part 2)/Final MBBS course. Candidates have the provision to attend Step 1 of the NExT 2025 Exam multiple times within 10 years of joining the MBBS course.
NExT 2025 Exam Step 2
NExT Step 2 Examines the Practical Knowledge: Only candidates who have passed the NExT Exam Step 1, are allowed to appear for the NExT Step 2 test. The NExT 2025 Exam Step 2 includes a series of clinical/practical and viva voce exams. The exam pattern of the NExT 2025 involves Objective Structured, Simulated Cases/Patients, and Clinical Case-Based questions. The primary aim is to assess aspirants' clinical and practical skills, communication abilities, and clinical decision-making.
NExT Step 2 Test Administration and Supplementary Exam: NExT Step 2 is conducted in person in the respective states of the candidates, adhering to Commission guidelines. Candidates must note that the regular NExT Step 2 test is held annually. A supplementary exam is also held for candidates failing in 1 to 3 out of 6 subjects in the NExT Exam 2025. This supplementary exam is also conducted once every year. Candidates have the flexibility to appear for both NExT Step 1 and Step 2 as many times as needed, provided they complete these within 10 years of enrolling in the MBBS course.
NExT Exam Application Fee
During the registration process, candidates need to pay the application fee for the NExT exam. These fees can be paid in both online and offline modes. The category wise application fee for the NExT PG Exam 2025 is listed below.
Description | NExT Exam Application Fee |
|---|
General /OBC Students | INR 2, 000 |
EWS /SC /ST applicant | INR 1, 000 |
Candidates with Benchmark Disabilities | No fees |
