Year
2025
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Microbiology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
University Hub2nd YearNTRUHSMicrobiology
NTRUHS Microbiology Question Papers
Looking for NTRUHS Microbiology previous year question papers for 2nd year MBBS? You are in the right place. GeckoMed hosts NTRUHS Microbiology papers for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021 each with a topic breakdown and study aids to help you revise faster before your exam.
Sourced from official Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences exam archives.
Open all NTRUHS Microbiology papers in the GeckoMed appAll Microbiology Papers - NTRUHS
NTRUHS Microbiology is a 2nd year MBBS subject examined through two theory papers, Paper I and Paper II, each carrying 100 marks over 3 hours, following NTRUHS's standard theory paper format. Each paper includes an MCQ section and a descriptive section.
| Year | Paper | Subject | Phase | Marks | Duration | Web View |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Paper I and Paper II | Microbiology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
| 2024 | Paper I and Paper II | Microbiology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
| 2023 | Paper I and Paper II | Microbiology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
| 2022 | Paper I and Paper II | Microbiology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
| 2021 | Paper I and Paper II | Microbiology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
Year
2024
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Microbiology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
Year
2023
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Microbiology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
Year
2022
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Microbiology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
Year
2021
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Microbiology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
Each year page includes the full paper for download as a PDF, an online reader view, and a topic breakdown of the questions asked that year.
NTRUHS Microbiology Exam Pattern
Microbiology in NTRUHS 2nd year MBBS is assessed through theory, practical, and viva components as per NMC CBME norms.
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Theory Paper I | 100 marks, 3 hours |
| Theory Paper II | 100 marks, 3 hours |
| Total Theory Marks | 200 |
| Question Types | Multiple choice questions and descriptive (short and long answer) questions in each paper |
| Practical, Viva, and Internal Assessment | Assessed separately by your college as per NMC CBME norms |
Component
Theory Paper I
Detail
100 marks, 3 hours
Component
Theory Paper II
Detail
100 marks, 3 hours
Component
Total Theory Marks
Detail
200
Component
Question Types
Detail
Multiple choice questions and descriptive (short and long answer) questions in each paper
Component
Practical, Viva, and Internal Assessment
Detail
Assessed separately by your college as per NMC CBME norms
Paper I typically covers General Microbiology, Immunology, and Systematic Bacteriology, while Paper II covers Virology, Mycology, Parasitology, and Applied Microbiology, in line with the standard MBBS Microbiology curriculum split. Check your college's official notification for the exact component-wise weightage in a given year, as internal assessment structures can vary slightly by college.
High-Yield Topics in NTRUHS Microbiology
Microbiology spans several distinct disciplines and certain areas tend to carry more weight across MBBS university exams generally. Commonly high-yield areas for 2nd year Microbiology include:
| Topic Area | Why It Matters | Study Link |
|---|---|---|
| Systematic Bacteriology | Largest chunk of Paper I, frequently tested organism by organism | Microbiology Viva Questions |
| Immunology | Conceptual foundation, tested through short answer questions | Microbiology Viva Questions |
| Virology | Core to Paper II, includes clinically important viruses | Microbiology Practical Viva |
| Parasitology | Frequently asked through life cycle and diagnosis questions | Microbiology Practical Viva |
| Applied Microbiology (Sterilisation, Hospital-Acquired Infections) | Common practical and viva favourite | Microbiology Culture Media Chart |
Topic Area
Systematic Bacteriology
Why It Matters
Largest chunk of Paper I, frequently tested organism by organism
Study Link
Topic Area
Immunology
Why It Matters
Conceptual foundation, tested through short answer questions
Study Link
Topic Area
Virology
Why It Matters
Core to Paper II, includes clinically important viruses
Study Link
Topic Area
Parasitology
Why It Matters
Frequently asked through life cycle and diagnosis questions
Study Link
Topic Area
Applied Microbiology (Sterilisation, Hospital-Acquired Infections)
Why It Matters
Common practical and viva favourite
Study Link
A detailed, paper-by-paper frequency analysis based on the actual NTRUHS papers above is available inside the GeckoMed app.
How to Use These Papers
- Start with the most recent year (2025) to understand the current question pattern before moving to older papers
- Time yourself for 3 hours per paper to build exam temperament
- Attempt the MCQ section separately first, then the descriptive section, since NTRUHS papers set them apart
- Cross-check your answers against your Microbiology study material rather than memorising model answers
- Keep a running list of organisms and their identifying features, since Microbiology practicals and viva draw heavily on this
- Use the culture media chart and mnemonics to speed up recall of staining reactions and growth requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NTRUHS Microbiology question paper free to download?
Yes, all NTRUHS Microbiology previous year question papers on GeckoMed are free to view and download as PDF.
Does the NTRUHS Microbiology paper follow the NMC CBME pattern?
Yes, the paper is set as per the National Medical Commission's Competency Based Medical Education curriculum for 2nd year MBBS Microbiology.
How many papers are there in NTRUHS Microbiology?
NTRUHS Microbiology has two theory papers, Paper I and Paper II, each carrying 100 marks, along with separate practical and viva components.
Are solutions provided with these papers?
Topic-wise breakdowns are provided on each year page. Full worked solutions are being added progressively; check the GeckoMed app for the latest availability.
How often are new papers added?
GeckoMed updates this page as soon as a new NTRUHS Microbiology paper becomes available after each exam cycle.
Try Gecko Med
Practice smarter with the app behind these resources.
Revise high-yield topics, solve previous year questions, and keep your MBBS prep moving in one place.