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New Delhi – A recent survey conducted by Shiksha.com has revealed that a staggering 89% of medical aspirants are against the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences’ (NBEMS) decision to conduct the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2025 in two shifts. This overwhelming opposition highlights growing concerns over fairness and standardization in the examination process.
NBEMS had announced earlier this month, on March 17, that the NEET-PG 2025, scheduled for June 15, 2025, would be conducted in two shifts. However, this decision has been met with widespread disapproval from students, who fear that varying difficulty levels between shifts could lead to unjust ranking discrepancies. The Shiksha.com poll indicated that only 9% of respondents supported the shift-based format, while 2% remained undecided.
“The primary concern is the potential for unequal evaluation,” said a medical aspirant who participated in the survey. “A single-shift exam ensures uniformity, which is crucial for fair ranking.”
The opposition to the two-shift format comes at a time when medical students are still dealing with the lingering anxiety from NEET-PG 2024. The 2024 exam, initially scheduled for July 7, was rescheduled to June 23 and then abruptly cancelled just 10 hours before its scheduled start. It was eventually conducted on August 11, but the counseling process is still pending, exacerbating students’ stress.
“The delays and uncertainties surrounding NEET-PG 2024 have already created a lot of anxiety,” said another student. “Introducing a two-shift format for NEET-PG 2025 only adds to our worries.”
Medical aspirants and advocacy groups are now urging authorities to reconsider the two-shift format or, at the very least, implement a transparent normalization formula to address potential score disparities. The lack of clarity on how scores will be adjusted between shifts has raised concerns about potential ranking inequities.
With less than three months remaining before the scheduled exam date, students are anxiously awaiting a response from NBEMS and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Some aspirants have even hinted at potential legal action, citing past instances where courts have intervened in exam-related disputes.
The strong opposition reflected in the Shiksha.com poll underscores the urgent need for a clear and fair examination process, ensuring that all medical aspirants are evaluated on an equal footing.
Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is based on a survey conducted by Shiksha.com and reflects the opinions of the survey respondents. The views expressed do not necessarily represent the official stance of NBEMS or the NMC. Readers are advised to consult official sources for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding NEET-PG 2025.(https://www.edexlive.com/news/2025/Apr/01/neet-pg-2025-89-students-against-exam-being-conducted-in-two-shifts)
