National Exit Test Step 1: Opportunities for Medical Students to Improve Scores

Medical students are given the opportunity to enhance their scores by retaking the National Exit Test Step 1

The National Medical Commission allows multiple attempts for NExT Step 1 to improve performance

The eligibility to retake NExT Step 1 requires passing NExT Step 2 and completing the process within 10 years of MBBS admission

The score obtained in the last attempt of NExT Step 1 determines the rank for admission into postgraduate courses

The National Exit Test serves as a qualifying exam, licentiate exam, and screening exam for medical graduates

After clearing NExT Step 1, medical students undergo a one-year internship before attempting NExT Step 2 for licensure and registration

The NMC provides guidelines and support to students throughout the NExT examination process

NExT Step 1 results remain valid for five years for admission into broad specialty postgraduate courses

NExT Step 2 examination is held twice a year, and passing criteria require a minimum of 50% marks