Hyderabad NEET PG: 990 candidates to sit for exam across four centres
Hyderabad will host NEET PG with about 990 registered candidates across four centres. Officials directed strict exam compliance, security, and logistics for the August 30 test, which runs from 9 am to 12:30 pm.
Key takeaways
- Approximately 990 candidates are registered to appear in NEET PG in Hyderabad.
- The exam will be held across four centres in the city on August 30, from 9 am to 12:30 pm.
- Chief Secretary and District Collector chaired and supervised pre-exam arrangements, focusing on facilities, power, water, transport, and security.
What Happened
Hyderabad officials prepared for the NEET (PG) examination scheduled for August 30, with about 990 registered candidates to appear. The exam will be conducted from 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. across four examination centres in the city. Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju led a video conference with District Collectors to review arrangements, emphasizing meticulous preparation and strict adherence to guidelines. He instructed centre inspections to ensure cleanliness, reliable power supply, drinking water, basic amenities, and other infrastructure facilities. Adequate transport and traffic management were stressed to ensure candidates reach centres without difficulty. Hyderabad District Collector Priyanka Ala guided officials to implement comprehensive arrangements district-wide, including police security, sanitation, candidate frisking, smooth transportation, and uninterrupted power supply.
Why It Matters
The review underscores the administration’s focus on smooth exam conduct, aiming to prevent disruptions that could affect candidates’ performance. Ensuring infrastructure readiness and security reflects an emphasis on orderly administration of a high-stakes examination.
Background
The NEET (PG) exam is a national entrance test for postgraduate medical courses. The current administrative briefing took place ahead of the August 30 examination date, with district-level officials responsible for centre readiness and candidate support.
Key Facts
- Exam type: NEET (PG)
- City: Hyderabad
- Examination date: August 30
- Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Number of centres in Hyderabad: four
- Estimated candidates: about 990
- Arrival time advised for candidates: by 7:00 a.m.
- Officials involved in planning: Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju; Hyderabad District Collector Priyanka Ala
- Key focus areas: cleanliness, power supply, drinking water, basic amenities, transport, traffic management, security, frisking
What Happens Next
Arrangements will continue to be monitored by district authorities ahead of the exam date, with centre inspections and logistical checks expected to continue to ensure smooth conduct on the examination day.
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