Overview
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the schedule for the Post Diploma DNB Final Mop-Up Round 2026. Eligible candidates can participate in online choice filling and seat allotment through the NBEMS website; the total number of available seats will be determined by the final mop-up round seat matrix rather than a single fixed vacancy figure.
The round is intended to fill Post Diploma DNB seats remaining vacant after the earlier counselling rounds. Candidates should review the official schedule, eligibility conditions and seat matrix before submitting their preferences.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Post Name | Post Diploma DNB Admission – Final Mop-Up Round 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | As per the final mop-up round seat matrix |
| Application Mode | Online choice filling and allotment |
| Official Website | natboard.edu.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA – check the final mop-up schedule |
| Last Date | TBA – as specified by NBEMS |
| Exam Date | Not applicable; admission is based on the qualifying examination and merit |
| Result Date | TBA – allotment result will be published online |
Candidates must follow the precise time limits shown in the official counselling schedule. The choice-filling facility generally closes automatically at the notified deadline, and late submissions are not accepted.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised medical institution.
- Applicants should possess an eligible postgraduate medical diploma qualification recognised under the applicable National Medical Commission regulations.
- Candidates must have qualified the relevant NBEMS Post Diploma Centralised Entrance Test (PDCET) or other prescribed qualifying process for the applicable admission session.
- A valid permanent or provisional registration certificate issued by the NMC or a State Medical Council may be required.
- Applicants must fulfil any specialty-specific eligibility conditions and documentary requirements mentioned in the counselling handbook.
Age Limit
- No separate universal upper age limit has been specified for the final mop-up counselling round.
- Candidates must comply with any age, registration or service-related conditions imposed by the allotted hospital or training institution.
- Eligibility will be verified during reporting and document scrutiny.
Fees
- Candidates may need to pay the prescribed counselling registration or participation fee, where applicable.
- The annual DNB course fee and other institutional charges must be paid after allotment in accordance with NBEMS rules.
- The exact amount, payment deadline and refund conditions should be checked in the official counselling notice.
- Payment should be made only through the authorised online payment facility.
Selection Process
- Merit eligibility: Candidates are considered on the basis of their valid PDCET rank or the merit criteria prescribed for Post Diploma DNB admission.
- Choice filling and seat allotment: Eligible applicants submit their preferred specialties and accredited institutions online. Seats are allotted based on merit, submitted choices and availability.
- Reporting and verification: Allotted candidates must accept the seat, pay the applicable fee and report to the designated institution with original documents within the stipulated period.
A seat offered in the final mop-up round may be governed by strict acceptance, resignation and non-joining provisions. Candidates should therefore select only those institutions and specialties they are prepared to join.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NBEMS website at natboard.edu.in.
- Open the examinations or counselling section and select the link for Post Diploma DNB Final Mop-Up Round 2026.
- Read the schedule, counselling handbook, seat matrix and eligibility instructions carefully.
- Log in using the required candidate credentials, such as the application ID, roll number or password.
- Complete registration for the mop-up round if fresh registration is permitted or required.
- Review the available seats and arrange choices in the preferred order. Candidates should consider specialty, location, accreditation status and joining requirements before locking choices.
- Pay the applicable counselling fee through the authorised payment gateway and save the transaction receipt.
- Lock and submit the choices before the deadline. Download the confirmation page for future reference.
- After the allotment result is declared, download the allotment letter and report to the assigned institution with academic certificates, registration documents, identity proof and other required records.
Important Links
FAQs
1. What is the NBEMS Post Diploma DNB final mop-up round?
It is the concluding counselling round conducted to allocate Post Diploma DNB seats left vacant after previous admission rounds.
2. Is a new entrance examination conducted for the mop-up round?
No separate examination is generally held. Allotment is based on the applicable qualifying merit, online choices and seat availability.
3. Where can candidates fill their choices?
Eligible candidates can access the choice-filling facility through the official NBEMS website at natboard.edu.in during the notified window.
