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PD-CET Ophthalmology Preparation

Post Diploma Centralized Entrance Test. Syllabus-mapped MCQ bank, handwritten notes and past paper patterns to help you pass on the first attempt.

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PDCET Exam Overview

Format, duration and pass criteria broken down per part.

PD-CET Theory

Format
100 MCQs
Duration
90 minutes
Pass mark
Rank-based selection

Full ophthalmology curriculum at MS entry level

PDCET High-Yield Syllabus Topics

The topics that pull the most marks. Drill these first.

Core clinical

  • Refraction and dispensing
  • Common anterior segment conditions
  • Glaucoma basics and management
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Pediatric ophthalmology basics
  • Ocular emergencies

Surgical knowledge

  • Phaco basics and complications
  • Trabeculectomy steps
  • Vitrectomy indications
  • Lid surgery basics
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Suggested study plan and timeline

A phased plan used by recent passers. Adjust to your own runway.

  1. 1

    Syllabus mapping

    Weeks 1–3

    Cover PD-CET official syllabus. Identify gaps from diploma training.

  2. 2

    Topic-wise MCQs

    Weeks 4–10

    Topic blocks: 100 MCQs per topic with explanations.

  3. 3

    Mock tests

    Final 4 weeks

    Full-length timed mocks every 3–4 days.

Common pitfalls

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    Treating PD-CET like a hospital exam — it is a competitive ranking exam, speed matters
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    Ignoring optics and refraction because of diploma comfort
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    Skipping image-based questions
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    Not practising negative-marking strategy

Pro tips from recent passers

  • Time every block — PD-CET is won on pacing
  • Build a quick-recall sheet for normal values (IOP, axial length, refractive ranges)
  • Use the PDCET-specific bank — generic MCQs miss the stem style
  • Mock test under exam conditions at least 6 times before the exam

Recommended textbooks and references

The references the exam is actually written from.

Kanski Clinical Ophthalmology

Foundation clinical text.

Parsons Diseases of the Eye

Concise, MCQ-friendly Indian standard.

AK Khurana — Comprehensive Ophthalmology

Easy-recall summaries that match PD-CET style.

Past papers and question patterns

PD-CET does not publish official past papers. Our PDCET MCQ bank reconstructs the exam pattern from candidate recall across the last 4 cycles.

PDCET FAQ

Answers to the questions residents actually ask.

Who can take PD-CET?
Diploma in Ophthalmology holders who want to convert to MS Ophthalmology through the centralised entrance.
Is PD-CET easier than NEET PG?
PD-CET is more focused (ophthalmology only) but ranking is competitive. The depth of ophthalmology questions is greater than NEET PG.
How many MCQs are on PD-CET?
100 MCQs in 90 minutes. Pacing is critical.
Is there negative marking on PD-CET?
Yes, in most cycles. Confirm with the current notification.
Best resource for PD-CET preparation?
A PDCET-specific MCQ bank plus AK Khurana for fast revision is the most efficient combination.
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