NEET PG 2026 Bible: 7 Steps to Crack NEET PG by Toppers | How to Prepare for NEET PG PDF Download

How was this guide made for NEET Aspirants?

This guide, created by EduRev experts, distills the strategies of NEET PG toppers (AIR under 100) to provide a foolproof preparation plan for NEET PG 2026. Drawing from interviews of toppers like Dr. Aarushi Narwani (AIR 1, 2023), Dr. Shivika (Rank 3, 2023), and Dr. Rupesh (AIR 1, 2022),

Why did EduRev make this guide?

• We wanted to answer the question "How to Prepare for NEET PG" once and for all in the best / perfect way possible.
• Since students waste a large amount of time, effort, and money while preparing for NEET PG just because of a lack of the right direction. We believe it will be very very valuable for every aspirant.
• This guide was made to teach in a guided way so that you can clear your NEET PG with the least amount of time, effort, and money spent, by just making sure you Study What Actually Matters for the preparation for the exam.

"I had a clear roadmap from day one, focusing on high-yield subjects and consistent MCQ practice."
— Dr. Aarushi Narwani, AIR 1, NEET PG 2023

How to Prepare for NEET?

This section aims at helping you devise a well-planned preparation strategy for the upcoming NEET PG exam. Let’s have a look at the fool-proof STEP by STEP preparation strategy for preparing NEET exam.

NEET PG 2026 Exam Overview

Step 0: Lay the Foundation Before Preparation

Before diving into NEET PG preparation, set the stage for success with these pre-preparation steps:

(i) Understand the Syllabus
Download the NEET PG syllabus from EduRev. Print a physical copy to track progress. Mark completed topics to stay motivated. The syllabus includes:

• Pre-Clinical: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
• Para-Clinical: Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Social and Preventive Medicine
• Clinical: General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, ENT, Ophthalmology
  

(ii) Set Clear Goals: Define your target rank and specialty (e.g., MD Medicine, MS Surgery). Allocate study hours based on your schedule (e.g., 8–10 hours daily for fresh graduates, 4–6 hours for interns).

(iii) Create a Timetable: Plan a 6–9 month preparation schedule (October 2024–June 2026). Use micro-planning:

• Daily: Cover 1–2 topics, solve 50–100 MCQs.
• Weekly: Revise 1–2 subjects, take a subject-wise test.
• Monthly: Assess overall progress, take a full-length mock.

(iv) EduRev offers a customizable NEET PG Study Plan for topic-wise preparation.

• Eliminate Distractions: Keep phones and social media away during study hours. Use apps like Forest or give devices to family members to enforce focus.
• Stay Motivated: Reflect on your goal to become a specialist. Visualize securing a top rank to fuel your drive.

"I planned my day to cover one clinical and one non-clinical subject, ensuring balanced progress."
— Dr. Rupesh, AIR 1, NEET PG 2022

Step 1: Build a Strong Base with Standard Textbooks

Standard MBBS textbooks are the cornerstone of NEET PG preparation, akin to NCERT for NEET UG. Toppers emphasize their role in conceptual clarity.

(i) Why Textbooks?: 70–80% of NEET PG questions are derived from standard references like Harrison’s, Bailey & Love, and Robbins. They provide the depth needed for clinical and conceptual questions.

(ii) Recommended Books:
(iii) How to Study:

• Read selectively, focusing on high-yield topics (e.g., General Medicine: 30 Qs, ENT: 30 Qs).
• Highlight key points, tables, and diagrams. Summarize each chapter in short notes.
• Solve textbook-based MCQs to reinforce concepts. EduRev’s NEET PG Course offers chapter-wise summaries and tests.

(iv) Topper Tip: Memorize tables (e.g., drug dosages in Pharmacology, tumor markers in Pathology) and clinical scenarios (e.g., case-based questions in Medicine).

"I read Harrison’s selectively for high-yield topics and made concise notes for quick revision."
— Dr. Shivika, Rank 3, NEET PG 2023

Step 2: Master Subject-Wise Preparation

NEET PG covers three sections: Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical, and Clinical. Tailor your approach to each subject, prioritizing high-weightage areas.

Step 2.1: Pre-Clinical Subjects (45 Questions)

(i) Subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry

(ii) Strategy:

• Anatomy: Focus on neuroanatomy, embryology, and clinical correlations. Use diagrams and flowcharts for revision. Practice image-based questions.
• Physiology: Master concepts like cardiovascular and respiratory physiology. Memorize flowcharts and numerical values (e.g., normal ranges).
• Biochemistry: Prioritize metabolic pathways, enzyme deficiencies, and genetic disorders. Create mnemonics for cycles (e.g., Krebs cycle).
• Solve 50 MCQs per chapter to identify weak areas. EduRev’s Pre-Clinical Tests are ideal.

(iii) Books: BD Chaurasia (Anatomy), Guyton & Hall (Physiology), Harper’s (Biochemistry).

(iv) Weightage: Anatomy (17 Qs), Physiology (17 Qs), Biochemistry (11 Qs).

Step 2.2: Para-Clinical Subjects (65 Questions)

(i) Subjects: Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Social and Preventive Medicine (SPM)

(ii) Strategy:

• Pathology: Focus on neoplasia, hematology, and systemic pathology. Memorize diagnostic criteria and histopathological features.
• Pharmacology: Learn drug classifications, mechanisms, and side effects. Practice case-based questions (e.g., drug interactions).
• Microbiology: Prioritize bacteriology and virology. Memorize culture media and staining techniques.
• Forensic Medicine: Master toxicology and legal aspects (e.g., IPC sections). Use mnemonics for poisons.
• SPM: Focus on epidemiology, national health programs, and biostatistics. Memorize key statistics and formulas.
• Create short notes for quick revision. Use EduRev’s Para-Clinical Notes for summaries.

(iii) Books: Robbins (Pathology), KD Tripathi (Pharmacology), Ananthanarayan (Microbiology), Reddy’s Forensic Medicine, Park’s PSM.

(iv) Weightage: Pathology (17 Qs), Pharmacology (13 Qs), Microbiology (13 Qs), Forensic Medicine (17 Qs), SPM (5 Qs).

Step 2.3: Clinical Subjects (90 Questions)

(i) Subjects: General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, ENT, Ophthalmology

(ii) Strategy:

• General Medicine: Focus on cardiology, neurology, and infectious diseases. Practice ECGs and case-based questions.
• General Surgery: Prioritize trauma, GI surgery, and orthopedics. Memorize surgical procedures and complications.
• Obstetrics & Gynecology: Master high-risk pregnancies and gynecological cancers. Practice partogram-based questions.
• Pediatrics: Focus on neonatology and growth disorders. Memorize vaccination schedules.
• ENT: Prioritize otology and head-neck cancers. Practice image-based questions.
• Ophthalmology: Focus on glaucoma, cataracts, and retinopathies. Memorize clinical signs.
• Use flowcharts and mind maps for complex topics. EduRev’s Clinical Mind Maps are helpful.
  

(iii) Books: Harrison’s (Medicine), Bailey & Love (Surgery), DC Dutta (OBG), Ghai (Pediatrics), Dhingra (ENT), Parson’s (Ophthalmology).

(iv) Weightage: Medicine (30 Qs), Surgery (4 Qs), OBG (20 Qs), Pediatrics (3 Qs), ENT (30 Qs), Ophthalmology (3 Qs).

"Clinical subjects are the game-changer. I spent 70% of my time on Medicine, Surgery, and OBG."
— Dr. Rupesh, AIR 1, NEET PG 2022

Step 3: Practice Extensively with MCQs

Practice is critical for NEET PG, given the negative marking and time constraints (200 questions in 210 minutes, ~63 seconds per question).

(i) Sources:

• Textbook MCQs: Solve questions from books like Pre-PG, Across, or DAMS notes.
• Previous Year Questions (PYQs): Analyze NEET PG PYQs (2017–2024) to understand question patterns. EduRev’s NEET PG PYQs cover 10+ years.
• Online Platforms: Use EduRev’s 1000+ tests, including chapter-wise, subject-wise, and topic-wise tests.

(ii) Strategy:

• Solve 100–150 MCQs daily, mixing easy, moderate, and tough questions.
• Focus on high-yield topics (e.g., General Medicine, ENT, Pathology).
• Analyze mistakes to avoid negative marking. Track errors in a notebook (e.g., conceptual gaps, silly mistakes).
• Practice image-based and case-based questions, as they are increasingly common.

(iii) Topper Tip: Simulate exam conditions by solving 50 MCQs in 30 minutes to build speed.

"I solved 150 MCQs daily and reviewed my mistakes to eliminate negative marking."
— Dr. Aarushi Narwani, AIR 1, NEET PG 2023

Step 4: Take Mock Tests to Simulate Exam Conditions

Mock tests are essential to build stamina, time management, and exam-day readiness.

(i) Why Mock Tests?:

• Improve time management (aim to complete 200 Qs in 3 hours).
• Identify weak subjects and topics.
• Boost confidence and reduce exam anxiety.
  

(ii) Strategy:

• Take 1–2 full-length mocks weekly after completing 70% of the syllabus.
• Use EduRev’s NEET PG Mock Test Series for realistic practice.
• Schedule mocks at 2–5 PM (NEET PG exam time) to train your mind.
• Avoid cheating or referring to notes during mocks to assess true performance.
• Don’t fear low scores; use them to identify gaps.

(iii) Topper Tip: Aim for 600–650 marks in mocks to secure a top 100 rank.

"Mocks helped me manage time and prioritize questions to minimize negative marks."
— Dr. Shivika, Rank 3, NEET PG 2023

Step 5: Analyze Performance and Improve

Analysis is more important than taking tests. It helps reduce errors and improve scores.

(i) How to Analyze:

Review every mock test thoroughly. Categorize mistakes:

• Conceptual Errors: Revisit the topic in textbooks.
• Silly Mistakes: Practice similar questions to build accuracy.
• Time Management Issues: Prioritize easy questions first.
• Track negative marking trends. Focus on sections with high errors (e.g., Pharmacology, Microbiology).
• Compare your performance with EduRev’s All India Rank and average time per question.

(ii) Tools:

• Use EduRev’s test analysis features to identify weak areas.
• Maintain a “Mistake Diary” to log errors and solutions.
  

(iii) Topper Tip: Spend 1–2 hours analyzing each mock to ensure continuous improvement.

"Analyzing mocks was my secret weapon. It helped me cut down silly mistakes significantly."
— Dr. Aarushi Narwani, AIR 1, NEET PG 2023

Step 6: Revise and Repeat (8–10 Cycles)

Revision is the key to retaining vast amounts of information. Repeat Steps 2–5 multiple times.

(i) Revision Strategy:

• Revise standard textbooks and short notes 8–10 times before the exam.
• Focus on weak areas identified in mocks and PYQs.
• Use EduRev’s Revision Notes for concise summaries.
• Re-attempt marked questions and incorrect answers on EduRev’s platform.
• Limit chapter revision to 1 hour to avoid wasting time.
  

(ii) Negative Marking Focus:

• Analyze tests to identify sections with high negative marks.
• Practice selective answering: Skip questions you’re unsure about to avoid -1 penalties.

(iii) Topper Tip: Create a “High-Yield Revision Book” with key tables, formulas, and mnemonics for last-minute review.

"I revised my short notes daily and re-attempted wrong MCQs to perfect my approach."
— Dr. Rupesh, AIR 1, NEET PG 2022

Step 7: Last Month Before NEET PG (May 15–June 15, 2026)

The final month is about consolidation, not new learning.

(i) Key Strategies:

• Mocks, Mocks, Mocks: Take 2–3 full-length mocks weekly. Focus on quality over quantity. Review answers thoroughly to understand mistakes. Use EduRev’s Mock Tests.
• Revise Formulas and Notes: Review your “High-Yield Revision Book” daily. Memorize drug doses, diagnostic criteria, and surgical protocols.
• Stick to Known Topics: Avoid new topics. Strengthen high-yield subjects (Medicine, ENT, OBG).
• Simulate Exam Day: Practice mocks at 2–5 PM. Follow the same routine (e.g., light breakfast, hydration) to condition your body.
• Health and Mindset: Sleep 6–8 hours, eat healthy, and take short breaks (e.g., 10-minute walks). Practice mindfulness to stay calm.
  

(ii) Exam Day Tips:

• Arrive early at the exam center.
• Start with easy questions to build confidence.
• Skip doubtful questions to avoid negative marking.
• Manage time: Aim to complete 100 Qs in 1.5 hours, leaving time for review.

(iii) Topper Tip: Stay calm and trust your preparation. Avoid last-minute cramming.

"In the last month, I focused on mocks and revising my notes. On exam day, I stayed calm and prioritized easy questions."
— Dr. Shivika, Rank 3, NEET PG 2023

EduRev Courses:

• NEET PG Study Plans: Topic-wise schedules.
• NEET PG Mock Tests: 1000+ tests, including PYQs.
• Subject-Wise Notes: Summaries for Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical, and Clinical subjects.

Final Notes

• Consistency is Key: Follow the 7 steps diligently. Even 6 months of focused preparation can yield a top rank.
• Avoid Burnout: Balance study with relaxation to maintain mental health.
• Trust Yourself: Believe in your ability to crack NEET PG. Your hard work will pay off.

For more guidance, explore EduRev’s NEET PG Preparation Course. Stay focused, and best of luck for NEET PG 2026!