Medical and Surgical Super-Specialties (DM/DrNB and MCh/DrNB)

NEET-SS Details

Full Form and Purpose

Full Form: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Super Specialty

Purpose: NEET-SS is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) in India to select candidates for admission to super-specialty medical and surgical courses (DM, MCh, and DrNB) in various specialties at government, private, and deemed institutions.

• Ensures standardized selection for super-specialty programs across India.
• Mandatory for admission to all DCI/NMC-recognized super-specialty courses.
• Tests advanced knowledge in the candidate’s postgraduate specialty and clinical aptitude.

Cardiology

Overview

A medical super-specialty focused on diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

Focus

Managing conditions like coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias using interventions like angioplasty and diagnostic tools like echocardiography.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Respiratory Medicine.
• DM/DrNB in Cardiology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including 1-year internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Respiratory Medicine (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Cardiology.

Clinical Haematology

Overview

A specialty dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders and blood-forming organs.

Focus

Treating conditions like leukemia, lymphoma, and anemia, with expertise in bone marrow transplantation and hematological diagnostics.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Pathology.
• DM/DrNB in Clinical Haematology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Pathology (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Clinical Haematology.

Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology

Overview

A specialty focused on diseases of the immune system and musculoskeletal disorders.

Focus

Managing autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and vasculitis, using immunosuppressive therapies and biologics.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics.
• DM/DrNB in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology.

Critical Care Medicine

Overview

A medical super-specialty dedicated to the management of life-threatening conditions requiring intensive care.

Focus

Providing advanced monitoring and treatment in ICUs for patients with organ failure, sepsis, or trauma.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine, Anaesthesiology, Respiratory Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.
• DM/DrNB in Critical Care Medicine (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine, Anaesthesiology, Respiratory Medicine, or Emergency Medicine (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Critical Care Medicine.

Endocrinology

Overview

A specialty focused on disorders of the endocrine glands and hormonal imbalances.

Focus

Managing conditions like diabetes, thyroid disorders, and adrenal insufficiency through hormonal therapy and diagnostic testing.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics.
• DM/DrNB in Endocrinology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Endocrinology.

Gastroenterology (Medical)

Overview

A specialty dealing with diseases of the digestive system, liver, and pancreas.

Focus

Diagnosing and treating conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, hepatitis, and gastrointestinal bleeding using endoscopy and other techniques.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine.
• DM/DrNB in Gastroenterology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Gastroenterology.

Hepatology

Overview

A sub-specialty of gastroenterology focused specifically on liver, gallbladder, and biliary tree disorders.

Focus

Managing liver diseases like cirrhosis, hepatitis, and liver transplantation, with expertise in liver biopsy and imaging.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine.
• DM/DrNB in Hepatology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Hepatology.

Infectious Diseases

Overview

A specialty focused on the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites.

Focus

Treating complex infections like HIV, tuberculosis, and antibiotic-resistant infections, with emphasis on antimicrobial stewardship.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Microbiology.
• DM/DrNB in Infectious Diseases (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Microbiology (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Infectious Diseases.

Medical Oncology

Overview

A specialty dealing with the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancer using non-surgical methods.

Focus

Administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies for cancers like breast, lung, and blood cancers.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Radiotherapy.
• DM/DrNB in Medical Oncology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Radiotherapy (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Medical Oncology.

Nephrology

Overview

A specialty focused on kidney-related diseases and their management.

Focus

Treating chronic kidney disease, dialysis, kidney transplantation, and electrolyte imbalances.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics.
• DM/DrNB in Nephrology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Nephrology.

Neurology

Overview

A specialty dealing with disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Focus

Managing conditions like stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis using neuroimaging and pharmacological therapies.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics.
• DM/DrNB in Neurology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Neurology.

Pulmonary Medicine

Overview

A specialty focused on diseases of the respiratory system.

Focus

Treating conditions like asthma, COPD, lung infections, and interstitial lung diseases, with expertise in bronchoscopy and pulmonary function tests.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in General Medicine or Respiratory Medicine.
• DM/DrNB in Pulmonary Medicine (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in General Medicine or Respiratory Medicine (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Pulmonary Medicine.

Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS)

Overview

A surgical super-specialty focused on procedures involving the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels.

Focus

Performing surgeries like coronary artery bypass grafting, heart valve repair, and thoracic aortic aneurysm repair.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery.
• MCh/DrNB in Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery.

Neurosurgery

Overview

A surgical specialty dealing with the operative management of disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.

Focus

Performing surgeries for brain tumors, spinal disorders, and traumatic brain injuries using advanced neurosurgical techniques.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery (or direct 6-year MCh in some institutes).
• MCh/DrNB in Neurosurgery (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years) or enroll in a direct 6-year MCh Neurosurgery program (rare).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Neurosurgery.

Paediatric Surgery

Overview

A surgical specialty focused on surgical interventions in infants, children, and adolescents.

Focus

Correcting congenital anomalies, pediatric tumors, and trauma-related conditions through minimally invasive or open surgeries.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery.
• MCh/DrNB in Paediatric Surgery (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Paediatric Surgery.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Overview

A surgical specialty focused on restoring form and function through reconstructive and aesthetic procedures.

Focus

Performing surgeries like cleft lip/palate repair, burn reconstruction, and cosmetic procedures like rhinoplasty.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery (or direct MCh in some institutes).
• MCh/DrNB in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years) or enroll in a direct 6-year MCh Plastic Surgery program (rare).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Surgical Gastroenterology

Overview

A surgical specialty dealing with operative management of diseases of the digestive system.

Focus

Performing surgeries for conditions like pancreatic cancer, colorectal diseases, and bariatric surgery for obesity.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery.
• MCh/DrNB in Surgical Gastroenterology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Surgical Gastroenterology.

Urology

Overview

A surgical specialty focused on diseases of the urinary tract and male reproductive system.

Focus

Performing procedures like kidney stone removal, prostate surgery, and renal transplantation using endoscopic and open techniques.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery.
• MCh/DrNB in Urology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Urology.

Surgical Oncology

Overview

A surgical specialty focused on the operative management of cancerous tumors.

Focus

Performing cancer surgeries like mastectomy, tumor resection, and lymph node dissection, often in collaboration with medical oncology.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery.
• MCh/DrNB in Surgical Oncology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Surgical Oncology.

Endocrine Surgery

Overview

A surgical specialty dealing with disorders of the endocrine glands, such as the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands.

Focus

Performing surgeries like thyroidectomy and adrenalectomy for endocrine tumors and hormonal disorders.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery.
• MCh/DrNB in Endocrine Surgery (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Endocrine Surgery.

Gynaecological Oncology

Overview

A surgical super-specialty focused on the management of cancers of the female reproductive system.

Focus

Performing surgeries for ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers, often involving complex pelvic procedures.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• MCh/DrNB in Gynaecological Oncology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Gynaecological Oncology.

Hand Surgery

Overview

A surgical specialty focused on the treatment of conditions affecting the hand and upper limb.

Focus

Performing reconstructive surgeries for hand trauma, congenital deformities, and nerve injuries.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery or Plastic Surgery.
• MCh/DrNB in Hand Surgery (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery or Plastic Surgery (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Hand Surgery.

Head and Neck Surgery

Overview

A surgical specialty focused on treating diseases and cancers of the head and neck region.

Focus

Performing surgeries for oral cancers, thyroid tumors, and reconstructive procedures in the head and neck area.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery or ENT (Otorhinolaryngology).
• MCh/DrNB in Head and Neck Surgery (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery or ENT (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Head and Neck Surgery.

Vascular Surgery

Overview

A surgical specialty dealing with diseases of the vascular system (arteries, veins, and lymphatic vessels).

Focus

Performing procedures like bypass grafting, aneurysm repair, and varicose vein surgery.

Educational Pathway

• MS/DNB in General Surgery.
• MCh/DrNB in Vascular Surgery (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MS/DNB in General Surgery (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue MCh/DrNB Vascular Surgery.

Paediatric Cardiology

Overview

A specialty focused on diagnosing and treating heart conditions in children.

Focus

Managing congenital heart defects and pediatric cardiac diseases using catheter-based interventions and surgical collaboration.

Educational Pathway

• MD/DNB in Paediatrics.
• DM/DrNB in Paediatric Cardiology (3 years).

Admission Process

• Complete Class 12 with PCB with 50% marks.
• Qualify for NEET-UG and pursue MBBS (5.5 years, including internship).
• Qualify for NEET-PG and complete MD/DNB in Paediatrics (3 years).
• Qualify for NEET-SS and pursue DM/DrNB Paediatric Cardiology.