Overview
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) will conduct the DNB Post Diploma Final Mop-Up Round 2026 to fill seats remaining vacant after the earlier counselling rounds. Eligible DNB-PDCET 2026 candidates will be able to check the specialty-wise seat matrix, complete online counselling formalities and submit choices through natboard.edu.in. The total number of available seats will be confirmed in the final mop-up seat matrix.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Post Name | DNB Post Diploma Seats – Final Mop-Up Round 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | To be notified through the final mop-up seat matrix |
| Application Mode | Online counselling and choice filling |
| Official Website | natboard.edu.in |
The final mop-up round is expected to cover only those seats that remain unfilled or become available after completion of the preceding counselling stages. Candidates should therefore check the latest seat matrix before entering or locking their preferences.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | Not applicable for the mop-up round; DNB-PDCET 2026 qualification is required |
| Result Date | TBA – final mop-up seat allotment result |
NBEMS will publish the detailed counselling schedule separately. Applicants should monitor the official portal regularly because registration, choice filling, allotment and reporting windows may remain open for a limited period.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should possess a recognized MBBS degree and the prescribed postgraduate medical diploma in the relevant specialty.
- The postgraduate diploma must be recognized under the applicable National Medical Commission or medical education regulations.
- Applicants must have qualified DNB-PDCET 2026 and meet the prescribed cut-off or merit requirements.
- Candidates should hold permanent or provisional registration with the National Medical Commission or the relevant State Medical Council, as applicable.
- Only candidates permitted under the final mop-up counselling rules will be allowed to participate. Those already holding a seat may be subject to restrictions specified in the official notice.
- Specialty equivalence, document requirements and institutional eligibility must be verified from the detailed NBEMS notification before registration.
Age Limit
- No separate upper age limit has been specified for participation in the final mop-up counselling round.
- Candidates must satisfy all eligibility requirements applicable to DNB-PDCET 2026 and DNB Post Diploma admission.
- Any institutional or service-related age condition, where applicable, will be governed by the respective training institution’s rules.
Fees
- Counselling registration or participation fee, if applicable, will be displayed on the NBEMS counselling portal.
- Candidates may also have to pay the prescribed first-year course fee or seat-confirmation amount after allotment.
- Payment should be made online through the available payment gateway within the stipulated deadline.
- Applicants must review the refund, forfeiture and non-reporting rules before accepting an allotted seat.
Selection Process
- Eligibility and merit verification: Candidates must have a valid DNB-PDCET 2026 result and fulfil the specialty-specific admission requirements.
- Online choice filling and seat allotment: Seats will be allotted on the basis of merit position, choices submitted, category or eligibility conditions, and availability in the final seat matrix.
- Document verification and reporting: Allotted candidates must accept the seat, complete payment and report to the designated institution with original documents within the notified period.
Failure to complete any mandatory step by the deadline may lead to cancellation of the allotment. Participation in the round does not guarantee admission, as allotment depends on merit and seat availability.
How to Apply
- Visit the NBEMS official website at natboard.edu.in.
- Open the counselling or admissions section and select the link for DNB Post Diploma Final Mop-Up Round 2026.
- Read the final mop-up notice, eligibility conditions, schedule and seat matrix carefully.
- Log in using the required candidate credentials, such as application ID, roll number or password.
- Complete registration for the mop-up round and verify personal, academic and registration details.
- Pay the prescribed counselling fee, if required, using the online payment facility and retain the receipt.
- Select DNB Post Diploma specialties and accredited institutions in the preferred order.
- Review and lock the choices before the deadline. Candidates should download or print the locked-choice confirmation.
- Check the seat allotment result on the notified date and download the allotment letter if selected.
- Pay the applicable course or confirmation fee and report to the allotted institution with original certificates, registration proof, DNB-PDCET documents and identity proof.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Who can participate in the NBEMS final mop-up round?
Candidates who have qualified DNB-PDCET 2026, possess the required postgraduate diploma and satisfy the final mop-up eligibility rules may participate.
2. How many seats are available in the final mop-up round?
The total will be confirmed through the official specialty-wise and institution-wise seat matrix. Availability may change due to withdrawals or vacant seats.
3. Is a separate examination conducted for the mop-up round?
No separate examination is generally held for counselling. Seat allotment is based on DNB-PDCET
