NBEMS extends NOC submission deadline for sponsored DNB admissions 2025 after NEET-PG cut-off reduction: Check details

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has extended the deadline for submission of the No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates seeking admission to Sponsored DNB (Post MBBS and Post Diploma) seats for the 2025 admission session. The decision follows directions issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.

According to the official letter from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the recent notice from NBEMS, a lower minimum qualifying percentile is set for NEET PG 2025. The aim of the decision is to increase the number of eligible candidates and to make sure that the sponsored seats are not left vacant.

The change in the qualifying criteria is solely for NEET PG 2025 and is associated with the current counselling process.

Extended deadline for NOC submission

Along with the announcement of NBEMS dated 10th December 2025 regarding the Centralized Merit-Based Online Counselling, the deadline for submitting the NOC is now extended. Candidates can submit the NOC of the desired format till 7th February 2026.

This extension allows those who are eligible and would like to go for the counselling of sponsored DNB seats to submit their documents.

Eligibility rules and NOC format unchanged

NBEMS has stated that no changes have been made either to the eligibility requirements or to the NOC format. All the instructions concerning the counselling participation will still be as per the 10th December, 2025 notice.

Candidates must strictly adhere to the given format and submit it on time to prevent their disqualification from the counselling process.


Aspirants can click on the notice as provided here to download the official notice related to the extension of the

Candidates applying for Sponsored DNB (Post MBBS and Post Diploma) seats must ensure that the No Objection Certificate is issued by the competent authority and submitted within the revised deadline. The NOC is an essential document that the candidate must submit to participate in the centralized merit-based online counselling process. NBEMS has advised candidates to meticulously check their eligibility and follow the prescribed format strictly. Non-compliance or delay in submission might result in the rejection of the candidature.

The applicants should keep a copy of all the documents submitted. It is also advisable to keep a check on the official NBEMS website to get the latest updates.
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