If you are a medical graduate, you must have heard the name of NBEMS, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences, popularly called NBEMS or the National Board of Examinations (NBE). Let’s know more about NBE:
What is NBEMS?
The NBE was founded in 1975 by the Indian Government, under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. What was its purpose? To provide the best possible standards for the assessment of medical professionals’ knowledge and skills for postgraduate courses in India.
What Does NBEMS Do?
NBEMS is perhaps most famous for organising major entrance exams for postgraduate courses, including:
- NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Postgraduate)
- NEET SS (Super Speciality entrance exam)
These super competitive medical exams are the primary entrance test for physicians who intend to enter specialised training programs throughout India. The board guarantees a merit-based, transparent admission process that maintains the quality of postgraduate education countrywide.
Also Read: How to prepare for NEET PG during residency?
Eligible Qualifications: DNB & FNB
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences also provides elite certifications:
- Diplomate of National Board (DNB) – Equivalent to MD/MS
- Fellowship of National Board (FNB) – Equivalent to DM/MCh
These degrees are conferred by accredited institutions and hospitals, and are accepted by the Medical Council, Government of India, and numerous international organisations.
Also Read: How to prepare for NEET SS?
Why NBEMS Matters?
For any physician looking to go the extra mile in a super-speciality or speciality, NBEMS is the key. Its methodical approach to postgraduate medical education has established a uniform and trustworthy system throughout the nation.
In Summary
Whether you are gearing up for NEET PG, NEET SS, or want to get a Diplomate of National Board or Fellowship of National Board, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences is at the heart of your quest in Indian postgraduate medical education.
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