With a rank of 12,000 in NEET PG, you have a fair chance of securing a DNB (Diplomate of National Board) seat in Medicine, but it depends on several factors:

1. Competition and Cutoffs

• Category Consideration: Your chances might vary depending on your category (General, OBC, SC, ST). Reserved categories generally have lower cutoffs.
• Location Preference: Colleges in metro cities or reputed institutions tend to have higher cutoffs. You may have a better chance in smaller cities or less competitive states.

2. Specialization Preference

• General Medicine: DNB General Medicine is highly sought after, so cutoffs can be high. If you're open to other less competitive specialties, your chances increase.

3. State and Centralized Counseling

• State Quota: If you have a domicile in a particular state, you might have a better chance through the state quota.
• Centralized Counseling: Participate in the MCC (Medical Counseling Committee) rounds where DNB seats are allocated.

4. Rounds of Counseling

• Multiple Rounds: Often, seats are vacated after the first or second round, and your rank may secure a seat in later rounds.
• Mop-Up Rounds: If seats remain vacant after the main counseling rounds, mop-up rounds might offer additional opportunities.

5. Consider Management/NRI Quota

• Private Hospitals: Some DNB seats in private hospitals may be available through management or NRI quotas, which may have lower competition but higher fees.

6. Alternative Plans

• Reattempt: If DNB Medicine is your primary goal and you don’t get it, you might consider reattempting the exam next year with more focused preparation.
• Other Specialties: Consider other specialties within DNB or MD/MS courses that may have lower cutoffs.

It’s crucial to monitor counseling rounds closely and be prepared to make decisions quickly as seat allotments happen.