NEET PG 2024 Preparation Tips: Syllabus, Books, and FAQ

NEET PG 2024 preparation requires hard work and dedication. This article is about planning, strategy and some tips related to the preparation for NEET PG 2024 that will enable the candidates to score well in the exam. The preparation for NEET PG starts from the day one enters the campus of their medical school. Everything taught in the four and a half years of MBBS is part of the NEET PG 2024 syllabus. However, the NEET PG 2024 preparation includes different subjects. The NEET PG 2024 exam, scheduled for June 23, has been postponed to August 11

NEET PG Preparation: Before You Start
Division of Syllabus for NEET PG Preparation
NEET PG 2024 Subject Wise Books
Frequently Asked Questions

NEET PG Preparation: Before You Start

Candidates preparing for NEET PG 2024 must know the syllabus and exam pattern. Although the syllabus coincides with that of MBBS, the exam pattern of NEET PG is completely different from university exams. NEET PG 2024 exam has only MCQ-based questions. In NEET PG also wrong answers are penalized (negative marking).

Division of Syllabus for NEET PG Preparation

As per the NEET PG exam, there are total of 300 questions on various subjects. So candidates can divide these topics according to the number of questions asked in the section. For your convenience, we have divided the topics according to the number of questions and also mentioned how much time you should spend on that topic.

Maximum Number of Questions are asked from:

Topics	No. of Questions
Microbiology	20 Questions
Pharmacology	20 Questions
Pathology	25 Questions
Social and preventive medicine	25 Questions
Obstetrics and Gynaecology	30 Questions
General Medicine including Dermatology & Venereology & Psychiatry	45 Questions
General Surgery including Orthopedics, Anaesthesia & Radiodiagnosis	45 Questions

Less Number of Questions are asked from

Topics	No. of Questions
ENT	10 Questions
Forensic Medicine	10 Questions
Paediatrics	10 Questions
Ophthalmology	10 Questions
Biochemistry	16 Questions
Anatomy	17 Questions
Physiology	17 Questions

NEET PG 2024 Subject Wise Books

The following reference books will help the candidate prepare for NEET PG 2024. These books have questions of the exact exam and give an aspirant an idea of ??the variety and types of questions he can expect from various subjects.

Subjects - Book name	Author Name
Anatomy Self-assessment and review of Anatomy	Rajesh Kaushal
Pharmacology - Review of Pharmacology	Gobind Rai Garg and Sparsh Gupta, Ranjan Patel
Biochemistry - Self assessment and review of Biochemistry	Rebecca James
Forensic Medicine - Self assessment and review of basic anatomy and forensic medicine	Arvind Arora
Pathology - Review of Pathology and Genetics	Sparsh Gupta & Devesh Mishra
Microbiology - Review of Microbiology and immunology	Rachna Chaurasia
Pediatrics - Review of Pediatrics and neonatology	Taruna Mehra
Medicine - Complete review of medicine for NBE	Deepak Marwah
Surgery - Surgery essence	Pritesh Singh SRB
PSM - Community medicine (PSM)	Vivek Jain
Physiology - Review of Physiology	Dr. Soumen Manna and Dr. Krishna Kumar
OBS and Gynae - Self assessment and review of obstetrics & Gynecology	Sakshi Arora
ENT - ENT for entrance exam	Manisha Sinha and Sachin Budhiraja
Ophthalmology - Comprehensive Ophthalmology	AK Khurana Ruchi Rai
Orthopedics - Orthopedics quick review	Apurv Mehra
Radiology - Review of Radiology	Rajat Jain
Dermatology - Review of Dermatology	Saurabh Jindal
Anesthesia - PROAFS Anesthesia for NBE	Profs by Vivek Jain
Psychiatry - Review of Psychiatry	Praveen Tripathi
Image-Based - Final Edge image-based	Deepak Marwah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ques How early should I start preparing for NEET PG?

Ans. There's no one-size-fits-all answer. A good starting point can be 12-18 months before the exam. However, the ideal timeline depends on your individual learning pace and comfort level with the syllabus.

Ques. What resources should I use for NEET PG preparation?

Ans. There are various resources available, including standard textbooks, coaching institute materials, online video lectures, question banks, and mock tests. Choose a mix that suits your learning style and preferences.

Ques. How important is time management for NEET PG preparation?

Ans. Crucially important! Develop a study schedule that allocates sufficient time for each subject and revision. Utilize techniques like the Pomodoro Technique to maintain focus and avoid burnout.

Ques. What role do mock tests play in NEET PG preparation?

Ans. Mock tests are invaluable for assessing your understanding, identifying weak areas, and practising time management skills under exam pressure. Analyze your performance after each mock test and revise accordingly.

Ques. What if I don't qualify for NEET PG in the first attempt?

Ans. Don't get discouraged! Many students make multiple attempts to crack NEET PG. Analyse your performance, identify areas for improvement, and strategise for the next attempt. Remember, persistence and a positive attitude are key to success.