Diplomate National Board [DNB] (Nephrology)
About Diplomate National Board [DNB] (Nephrology)
The Diplomate of National Board (DNB) in Nephrology at ILBS New Delhi is a 3-year full-time super-specialty programme at the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, a premier liver and biliary super-specialty hospital under the Government of NCT of Delhi. Admission is through NEET SS and Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) counselling. The programme offers advanced clinical training in nephrology within a transplant-focused hospital environment.
Admissions to the 2026-27 DNB (Nephrology) programme at the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences are conducted through NEET SS, followed by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) centralised counselling. Candidates must hold the requisite MD or DNB qualification. Seat intake is 2 per batch.
Key Points
- 3-year full-time DNB (Nephrology) super-specialty programme at ILBS, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.
- Total programme fee: Rs 95,000 for the full 3-year tenure.
- Admission through NEET SS and Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) centralised counselling.
- Eligibility: MD or DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics with minimum 55 percent aggregate.
- 2 seats per batch; monthly stipend as per Institute and NBE norms.
- ILBS offers unique nephrology training with exposure to hepatorenal syndrome and post-transplant nephrology in a liver transplant centre.
ILBS New Delhi DNB (Nephrology) Fees
DNB (Nephrology) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (3-year DNB Programme) | Rs 95,000 |
- The total programme fee of Rs 95,000 covers the full 3-year DNB tenure. Fees are subject to revision by ILBS and the National Board of Examinations.
- DNB candidates at ILBS receive a monthly stipend as per Institute and NBE norms; enquire at the ILBS academic section for the current stipend schedule.
ILBS New Delhi DNB (Nephrology) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET SS Registration | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET SS Examination | November-December 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET SS Result | December 2026 - January 2027 (Tentative) |
| MCC Counselling Round 1 | January-February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Reporting and Admission at ILBS | February 2027 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET SS | September 2026 (Tentative) | November-December 2026 (Tentative) | December 2026 (Tentative) |
- DNB (Nephrology) admissions at ILBS are conducted through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Super-Specialty (NEET SS), followed by centralised counselling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Candidates must have passed the qualifying MD/DNB examination before the NEET SS examination date.
- After NEET SS merit and MCC seat allotment, selected candidates must report to ILBS within the specified window with all original documents: MD/DNB degree certificate, NEET SS scorecard, MCC allotment letter, and identity proof.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold MD or DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics, with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate marks from a Medical Council of India recognised institution.
- The MD or DNB qualifying examination must have been passed before the NEET SS examination date for the relevant cycle.
- Admission is through the NEET SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Super-Specialty), followed by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) centralised counselling.
- The DNB (Nephrology) programme at ILBS is a 3-year full-time super-specialty programme with 2 seats per batch.
Admission Process
- Register for NEET SS (Super-Specialty) at the National Board of Examinations (NBE) portal; the examination is typically conducted in November-December for admission in the following academic year.
- After NEET SS results, participate in the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) centralised counselling and indicate ILBS with the DNB (Nephrology) preference.
- On receiving the MCC seat allotment letter for ILBS, report to the ILBS academic section by the deadline with original documents: qualifying MD/DNB degree, NEET SS scorecard, MCC allotment letter, community certificate if applicable, and medical fitness certificate.
- Complete the admission and registration formalities at ILBS; pay the DNB programme fee at the ILBS accounts section.
- Commence the 3-year full-time DNB programme at the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.
ILBS New Delhi DNB (Nephrology) Scholarships 2026
DNB (Nephrology) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| CSIR-JRF / UGC-JRF Fellowship | Monthly fellowship of Rs 37,000 (JRF) or Rs 42,000 (SRF) plus contingency | PhD scholars who qualify CSIR-NET/UGC-NET with JRF; applied through CSIR/UGC portals after enrolment |
| ICMR Senior Research Fellowship | Monthly fellowship and contingency as per ICMR norms | PhD scholars in biomedical/epidemiology fields qualifying ICMR competitive examination |
| Central Government OBC/SC/ST Scholarship | Fee reimbursement as per Government of India norms | OBC, SC, and ST candidates meeting income and merit criteria; applied through National Scholarship Portal |
- Candidates with an active CSIR-NET/GATE/ICMR-JRF fellowship are encouraged to apply; they are eligible for direct departmental interviews for PhD admission without the written entrance test.
- Government of India post-doctoral fellowships and SERB grants may be available to eligible PDCC/DM alumni; details are announced through SERB and DBT portals after programme completion.
ILBS New Delhi DNB (Nephrology) FAQs
Ques. What is the duration and admission route for DNB Nephrology at ILBS?
Ans. The DNB (Nephrology) programme is 3 years full-time. Admission is through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Super-Specialty (NEET SS) conducted by NBE, followed by MCC centralised counselling. Candidates must have passed the qualifying MD/DNB examination before the NEET SS examination date.
Ques. Who is eligible for DNB Nephrology at ILBS?
Ans. Candidates holding an MD or DNB in General Medicine or Paediatrics with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate marks from a Medical Council of India recognised institution are eligible. The qualifying examination must be completed before the NEET SS examination date. There are 2 seats per batch.
Ques. What is the total fee for DNB Nephrology at ILBS?
Ans. The total programme fee is Rs 95,000 for the full 3-year tenure, payable at the ILBS accounts section after MCC seat allotment. DNB candidates receive a monthly stipend as per Institute and NBE norms. Fees are subject to revision by ILBS.
Ques. What is the clinical training environment for DNB Nephrology at ILBS?
Ans. ILBS offers DNB Nephrology candidates unique exposure to hepatorenal syndrome, acute kidney injury in liver failure, post-transplant nephrology, and renal replacement therapy in a transplant setting, alongside comprehensive general nephrology training at a high-volume super-specialty centre.
Ques. How do I apply for DNB Nephrology at ILBS through NEET SS?
Ans. Register for NEET SS at the NBE portal (typically September), appear for the examination in November-December, and participate in MCC counselling after results. Indicate ILBS and DNB Nephrology as your preference. On seat allotment, report to ILBS with original documents by the specified deadline.