cet.natboard.edu.in DNB Frequently Asked Questions : Diplomate of National Board Centralized Entrance Test

Organization : National Board of Examinations
Entrance : Diplomate of National Board Centralized Entrance Test DNB CET
Facility : Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions :
Format of DNB CET :
Is there a new testing format for DNB-CET?
Yes, starting from the August 2012 administration, the Diplomate of National Board Centralised Entrance Test (DNB-CET) has changed from a paper and pencil test to a computer-based test (CBT). This is not an Internet-based test, i.e. a candidate does not take the test over the Internet. Instead of reading the questions from a paper booklet and darkening the ovals in an answer sheet, a candidate will now read the questions on a computer screen and choose an answer by using a mouse to click on the appropriate option

How is the computer-based format different from the paper and pencil format?
The only difference is in the way the questions are presented, and how responses are recorded.

What does a computer-based test look like?
A Demo Test will be made available on the NBE website natboard.edu.in/CET to provide candidates with the look and feel, as well as functionality of the actual test.

Can I take the test from any computer?
No, a candidate will have to test on a pre-assigned workstation, in the testing venue chosen by him/her during the time of registration & scheduling..

Test Duration & Pattern :
What is the duration of the test?
The test duration is 3 hours and will be conducted in a single section. There will also be an additional 15-minute tutorial prior to the start of the test. Candidates will also need to accept a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before beginning the test.

How many questions will there be?
There will be a total of 300 questions.

Can I move back and forth between the questions?
Yes, candidates will have the option to navigate between the questions via the Review Screen. Candidates are advised to make use of the Demo Test on the NBE website  to familiarize themselves with the navigation and functionality of the actual test. A 15-minute tutorial will also be available prior to the start of the actual test.

What type of questions will there be?
The test will only contain multiple choice questions, each with four (4) options and only one (1) correct response.

What is the syllabus / course on which the test would be based?
The test will include all subjects taught during the MBBS course including pre-clinical, para-clinical and clinical. Approximate weight age will be given to each subject as indicated in the bulletin.

What is the 15-minute tutorial?
The tutorial provides a series of screens that will orient you to the computer based DNB-CET. This will give you an opportunity to try the various features, including how to navigate between questions, review them, select, de-select, change and mark responses etc. The tutorial has a total duration of 15 minutes and candidates are advised to go through it entirely before starting the actual test. At the end of the tutorial, candidates will be asked to accept a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before beginning the test. For a similar preview, candidates can take a tour of the Demo Test which will be available on NBE website

What is the Demo Test?
The Demo Test is a sample computer-based test that is intended to familiarise candidates with the navigation and functionality of the DNBCET. It includes a tutorial on using the various features of the test like moving between screens, selecting, de-selecting, marking and reviewing responses etc., as well as some sample questions which will allow candidates to try out these features. Note that these sample questions are not representative of the content of difficulty level of the actual test.

RESULTS & SCORING PROCESS :
1. QUALIFYING CRITERIA :
Candidates who obtain a minimum score as per category below shall be declared as “Qualified” in DNB CET and issued a PASS /QUALIFYING Certificate.
a. General Category – 50% above
b. SC/ST/OBC – 40% above
c. Persons with Disability – 45% above

2. VALIDITY OF CET RESULT :
The validity of the result of the DNB-CET shall be only for the current admission session i.e. July 2015 admission session only and cannot be carried forward for the next session of CET.

3. DECLARATION OF RESULT :
The results for DNB-CET shall be declared by 16th August 2015. The mark sheet-cum-result certificate for the DNB-CET examination can be downloaded from NBE website natboard.edu.in/CET after the declaration of result.

4. TIE – BREAKER CRITERIA :
In the event of two or more candidates obtaining same score the merit position shall be determined using the following tie breaker criteria in descending order
I. Based on performance of MBBS examination –
a. Candidate who has passed all MBBS professional examination in first attempt shall be placed at higher merit position.

b. Candidates with higher aggregate marks(in percentage) in all MBBS Professional examination of shall be placed in higher merit position.

c. Candidate with higher aggregate marks (in percentage) in 3RD MBBS Professional Examination (Part I and Part II) shall be placed at higher merit position.

d. Candidate with higher aggregate marks (in percentage) in 2ND MBBS Professional Examination shall be placed at higher merit position

e. Candidate with higher aggregate marks (in percentage) in 1ST MBBS Professional Examination shall be placed at higher merit position.