NEET PG 2026 Exam Update: New Date Announced for Jaipur Center

The NEET PG 2026 examination is underway, but a power failure at a Jaipur center has led to its cancellation. The NBEMS has announced a new exam date of September 5, 2026, for affected candidates. Students are advised to check for updated admit cards and ensure they bring necessary identification to the exam. For further details, candidates can contact the helpline or visit the official website.

By Ambika Singh Aug 31, 2026, 15:29 IST

NEET PG 2026 Examination Overview

The NEET PG 2026 examination is currently taking place at 1,111 locations nationwide. However, the exam was disrupted at the iON Digital Zone iDZ center located in the Sitapura region of Jaipur due to an internal power outage. This led to students at the center expressing their frustration and seeking clarification from the NTA and officials.

New Exam Date Announced

**NBEMS Issues Notice**

In light of the unrest among students, the NBEMS has released a notice on X, revealing that the examination for the affected center will now be rescheduled for September 5, 2026, commencing at 3:00 PM.

Admit Card Information

**Re-Issuance of Admit Cards**

Candidates from this center will soon receive new admit cards for the NEET PG re-examination. It is crucial for all candidates to frequently check the official website for updates.

Candidates must bring their admit card along with a valid ID to the examination venue for verification. Entry will be denied without these documents, and failure to present them will prevent candidates from taking the exam.

Details from the NBEMS Notice

**Examination Statistics**

According to the notice from NBEMS, the NEET-PG 2026 exam was conducted on August 30, 2026, with 2,73,096 candidates registered; 2,65,980 candidates participated across 1,111 centers. The examination was successfully completed for approximately 2,63,535 candidates.

However, the examination at the iON Digital Zone IDZ Sitapura centers (TC Nos. 41682 and 41683) in Jaipur, Rajasthan, could not be finalized due to a power supply failure caused by the conducting agency, M/s TCS Ltd.

NBEMS has expressed regret for the inconvenience faced by candidates unable to complete the examination. A re-examination is scheduled for September 5, 2026 (Saturday) at 03:00 PM in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Additional details regarding the venue and revised admit cards will be shared separately.

Contact Information

For any inquiries or information regarding the NEET-PG examination, candidates can reach out to the helpline number +91-7996165333 (available from 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM). Further information can also be accessed by visiting the official website portal natboard.edu.in.