DNB & DipNB theory questions from every June and December session conducted by NBEMS (natboard.edu.in), organized session-wise and paper-wise (Paper 1, 2, 3 & 4) across all 28 specialties including Anaesthesia, General Medicine, General Surgery, Paediatrics, OBG and Radiology, with repeat-topic tracking and MCQs.
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A short guide to the DNB & DipNB theory exit examinations, the 4-paper syllabus split, and why solving past papers matters.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), commonly known as Natboard (official portals: natboard.edu.in and nbe.edu.in), conducts the standardized exit examinations for Diplomate of National Board (DNB) and Diploma (DipNB) qualifications across accredited hospitals and institutions in India.
Every DNB & DipNB candidate must appear for 4 descriptive theory papers across consecutive days:
Analysis of over 10+ years of DNB theory question papers (June and December sessions) shows that more than 65% to 70% of questions repeat previous exam concepts. Candidates who solve authentic past question papers consistently score higher by mastering examiner keywords, question sub-divisions [5+5], and proper diagram presentation.
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Paper 1, 2, 3 and 4 for every DNB & DipNB broad specialty, 2015 to 2026, with a topic repetition tracker, examiner keywords and MCQs.
DNB General Medicine theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Cardiology & Respiratory), Paper 2 (Gastroenterology, Nephrology & Neurology), Paper 3 (Endocrinology, Infections & Rheumatology), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Intensive Care).
DNB General Surgery theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Surgical Principles & Critical Care), Paper 2 (GI Surgery & Abdomen), Paper 3 (Head, Neck, Breast & Endocrine Surgery), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Surgical Oncology).
DNB Paediatrics theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Sciences & Growth), Paper 2 (Neonatology & Infectious Diseases), Paper 3 (Pediatric Subspecialties & PICU), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances, Nutrition & Preventive Pediatrics).
DNB Obstetrics & Gynaecology theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Sciences & Obstetrics), Paper 2 (Maternal-Fetal Medicine & Complications), Paper 3 (Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances, Gynec Oncology & Endoscopy).
DNB Anaesthesia theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Sciences & Equipment), Paper 2 (Clinical Anaesthesia & Subspecialties), Paper 3 (ICU, Resuscitation & Pain), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Monitoring) with repeating keywords and MCQs.
DNB Orthopaedics theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Sciences & Biomechanics), Paper 2 (Trauma & Fractures), Paper 3 (Cold Orthopaedics, Arthroplasty & Spine), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Sports Medicine).
DNB Radiodiagnosis theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Radiological Physics & Equipment), Paper 2 (Chest, CVS & Musculoskeletal Imaging), Paper 3 (GI, GU & Neuroimaging), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Interventional Radiology).
DNB Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy (DVL) theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Sciences & Cutaneous Biology), Paper 2 (Clinical Dermatology), Paper 3 (Venereology & Leprology), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Dermatosurgery).
DNB Emergency Medicine theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Principles & Resuscitation), Paper 2 (Medical & Pediatric Emergencies), Paper 3 (Surgical & Trauma Emergencies), and Paper 4 (Toxicology, Disaster Management & Recent Advances).
DNB ENT theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Anatomy & Physiology of Ear, Nose, Throat), Paper 2 (Otology & Neurotology), Paper 3 (Rhinology, Laryngology & Head-Neck), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Endoscopic Sinus Surgery).
DNB Ophthalmology theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Sciences & Optics), Paper 2 (Cornea, Cataract & Glaucoma), Paper 3 (Retina, Uvea & Neuro-Ophthalmology), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Oculoplasty).
DNB Psychiatry theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Neuroanatomy, Physiology & Psychology), Paper 2 (Clinical Psychiatry), Paper 3 (Psychiatric Subspecialties & Psychopharmacology), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Community Psychiatry).
DNB Respiratory Medicine theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Pulmonary Sciences), Paper 2 (Infections, TB & Interstitial Lung Diseases), Paper 3 (Airway Diseases, Thoracic Oncology & ICU), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Sleep Medicine).
DNB Radiation Oncology theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Radiation Physics & Radiobiology), Paper 2 (Principles & Practice of Radiotherapy), Paper 3 (Chemotherapy & Systemic Oncology), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Precision Radiotherapy).
DNB Pathology theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (General Pathology & Pathophysiology), Paper 2 (Systemic Histopathology), Paper 3 (Hematology & Clinical Pathology), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Molecular Diagnostics).
DNB Microbiology theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (General Microbiology & Immunology), Paper 2 (Systemic Bacteriology & Mycology), Paper 3 (Virology & Parasitology), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Hospital Infection Control).
DNB Pharmacology theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (General Pharmacology & Autonomic), Paper 2 (Systemic Pharmacology), Paper 3 (Chemotherapy & Toxicology), and Paper 4 (Clinical Trials & Recent Advances).
DNB Community Medicine theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Epidemiology & Biostatistics), Paper 2 (National Health Programs & Infectious Diseases), Paper 3 (Environmental & Occupational Health), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Health Systems Management).
DNB Forensic Medicine & Toxicology theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Medical Jurisprudence & Law), Paper 2 (Clinical Forensic Medicine & Thanatology), Paper 3 (Systemic Toxicology), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Forensic Science).
DNB Immunohematology & Blood Transfusion theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Sciences & Red Cell Immunology), Paper 2 (Blood Collection & Processing), Paper 3 (Clinical Transfusion Practice), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Apheresis).
DNB Nuclear Medicine theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Radiation Physics & Radiopharmacy), Paper 2 (Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine & SPECT), Paper 3 (PET-CT & Molecular Imaging), and Paper 4 (Radionuclide Therapy & Recent Advances).
DNB Anatomy theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Gross Anatomy & Applied Aspects), Paper 2 (Neuroanatomy & Head-Neck), Paper 3 (Embryology, Genetics & Microscopic Anatomy), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Cross-Sectional Anatomy).
DNB Physiology theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (General & Cellular Physiology, Blood), Paper 2 (Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems), Paper 3 (Nervous System & Special Senses), and Paper 4 (Endocrine, Renal & Recent Advances).
DNB Biochemistry theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Biomolecules & Cellular Dynamics), Paper 2 (Intermediary Metabolism), Paper 3 (Clinical Biochemistry & Diagnostics), and Paper 4 (Molecular Biology, Genetics & Recent Advances).
DNB Family Medicine theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Principles of Family Practice & Internal Medicine), Paper 2 (Maternal & Child Health), Paper 3 (Surgical, Emergency & Mental Health in Primary Care), and Paper 4 (Recent Advances & Community Health).
DNB Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Sciences & Kinesiology), Paper 2 (Neurological Rehabilitation), Paper 3 (Musculoskeletal & Pediatric Rehabilitation), and Paper 4 (Prosthetics, Orthotics & Recent Advances).
DNB Palliative Medicine theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Basic Principles & Biology), Paper 2 (Pain & Symptom Management), Paper 3 (Palliative Care in Non-Cancer Diseases), and Paper 4 (Ethics, Communication & Recent Advances).
DNB Hospital Administration theory questions from the June & December sessions, 2015–2026. Covers Paper 1 (Management Principles & Health Systems), Paper 2 (Hospital Planning & Clinical Services), Paper 3 (Support Services & Quality Accreditation), and Paper 4 (Healthcare Laws, Finance & Recent Advances).
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