Hello aspirant,

The applicant must take the NEET-PG Medical test and meet the necessary cutoff percentile in order to be admitted to the MD Pediatrics program. During the counseling procedure, candidates select their college and postgraduate concentration based on their admission exam results. To become a pediatrician and pursue further pediatric education, an MBBS student must choose an MD degree with a pediatrics concentration.

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Hello,

Yes, in India, appearing for and clearing the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is a compulsory step if you wish to become a pediatrician or pursue any medical specialization.

Here's the process you would typically follow:

1. Undergraduate Level (MBBS) :
   • To begin with, you need to qualify for NEET-UG, which is the entrance exam for admission to MBBS programs. Securing admission in an MBBS course at a recognized medical college is the essential first step toward becoming a pediatrician.
2. Postgraduate Level (MD/MS) :
   • After completing your MBBS, to specialize in pediatrics, you will need to appear for NEET-PG, which is the entrance exam for postgraduate medical courses. Successfully passing this exam allows you to apply for an MD in Pediatrics.
   • Alternatively, there are a few other exams like INI-CET (for AIIMS, JIPMER, etc.), which some premier institutes conduct for admission to their MD programs.

In summary , NEET is mandatory to start your medical education (MBBS), and NEET-PG (or equivalent exams) is necessary to specialize in pediatrics.

For more details on 'How to become a Paediatrician', visit : https://www.careers360.com/careers/paediatrician

Hope it helps !