“A Curated List of Essential Textbooks and MCQ Guides for Each Subject”

Cracking the NEET PG 2025 exam requires more than just hard work—it demands smart preparation and the right resources. With thousands of aspirants competing for limited PG medical seats across India, your study material can make all the difference. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive, subject-wise guide to the best books for NEET PG 2025 preparation, covering both theory and MCQs.

Whether you're just starting or revising, this curated list will help you stay focused and efficient.

📘 Why Book Selection Matters in NEET PG Prep

Choosing the right books can:

Help you build strong foundational concepts.

Save you from wasting time on irrelevant or outdated content.

Offer exam-level MCQs for rigorous practice.

Provide revision notes and high-yield facts crucial for last-minute prep.

Let’s dive into the subject-wise must-haves.

🧠 1. Anatomy

Theory:
📗Human Anatomy by BD Chaurasia – Ideal for basic concepts and illustrations.

MCQs:
📘Self-Assessment and Review of Anatomy by Rajesh Kaushal – High-yield topics with MCQs and explanations.

💉 2. Physiology

Theory:
📗Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology – Best for concept clarity.

MCQs:
📘Review of Physiology by Soumen Manna – NEET PG-oriented review with MCQs.

🧪 3. Biochemistry

Theory:
📗Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry – Trusted for fundamentals.

MCQs:
📘Review of Biochemistry by Rebecca James – Compact, exam-friendly content.

🧫 4. Pathology

Theory:
📗Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease – Gold standard reference.

MCQs:
📘Pathology Quick Review and MCQs by Devesh Mishra – High-yield with image-based questions.

🧬 5. Microbiology

Theory:
📗Paniker’s Textbook of Microbiology – Concise and student-friendly.

MCQs:
📘Review of Microbiology and Immunology by Apurba Sastry & Sandhya Bhat – Integrated review with updates.

⚗️ 6. Pharmacology

Theory:
📗K.D. Tripathi’s Essentials of Medical Pharmacology – Clear explanations with diagrams.

MCQs:
📘Review of Pharmacology by GOBIND RAI GARG & SPARSH GUPTA – Top-rated among NEET PG aspirants.

🧬 7. Forensic Medicine

Theory:
📗The Essentials of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology by Dr. K.S. Narayan Reddy

MCQs:
📘Review of Forensic Medicine by Sumit Seth

👩‍⚕️ 8. Preventive and Social Medicine (PSM)

Theory:
📗Park’s Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine – A must-read.

MCQs:
📘PSM by Vivek Jain – Crisp, revision-friendly with key tables and charts.

🩺 9. ENT (Otorhinolaryngology)

Theory:
📗Diseases of Ear, Nose and Throat by PL Dhingra

MCQs:
📘Review of ENT by Shruti Bhatia

👁️ 10. Ophthalmology

Theory:
📗Parson’s Diseases of the Eye

MCQs:
📘Review of Ophthalmology by Ruchi Rai – Includes image-based questions.

🧠 11. Medicine

Theory:
📗Davidson’s Principles and Practice of Medicine

MCQs:
📘Medicine Essence by Mudit Khanna – Collection of AIIMS/NEET PG/PGI questions.

🦴 12. Surgery

Theory:
📗Bailey & Love’s Short Practice of Surgery

MCQs:
📘Surgery Essence by Pritesh Singh – Most recommended for NEET PG.

👶 13. Paediatrics

Theory:
📗Ghai Essential Paediatrics

MCQs:
📘Review of Paediatrics by Arvind Arora

👩‍⚕️ 14. Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OBG)

Theory:
📗DC Dutta’s Textbook of Obstetrics
📗Shaws Textbook of Gynaecology

MCQs:
📘Review of OBG by Sakshi Arora – Most popular book for OBG MCQs.

🧠 15. Psychiatry

Theory:
📗Short Textbook of Psychiatry by Niraj Ahuja

MCQs:
📘Review of Psychiatry by Praveen Tripathi

🩻 16. Radiology

Theory + MCQs:
📘Review of Radiology by Rajat Jain

🔍 17. Dermatology

Theory + MCQs:
📘Review of Dermatology by Saurabh Jindal

📝 Bonus: Must-Have Question Banks & General Review Books

Across Subject MCQs:
📘Across: A Complete Review of Short Subjects Vol 1 & 2 – Great for last-minute revision.
📘Previous Year Papers by Mudit Khanna (Subject-Wise) – Solve them regularly.

Image-Based Questions:
📘Snapshots in Radiology, Pathology, and Dermatology – Visual learners should not skip these!

🎯 Conclusion

Your NEET PG 2025 journey starts with the right books and smart planning. These handpicked subject-wise resources are tried, tested, and trusted by toppers. Remember: consistency, discipline, and the right strategy are what truly set you apart.

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