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The NEET 2025 syllabus has been released by the National Medical Commission (NMC) in PDF format. There has not been any change in the NEET syllabus 2025, and it has remained the same as last year. The NEET UG 2025 syllabus PDF is now available for download. It is an indication that the NEET 2025 exam date is expected to be announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) anytime soon.
According to the Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, there will be major changes in NEET 2025 in terms of mode of conduct and other processes. These measures will be taken to ensure controlling malpractices in the highly competitive exam. A final call is yet to be taken in terms of implementing the recommendations by the NTA expert committee regarding NEET 2025.
Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister of Education said, "The administrative ministry of NEET is Health Ministry and hence we are in talks with them about whether NEET should be conducted in pen and paper mode or online mode. We have had two rounds of talks with Health Ministry led by J.P. Nadda. Whatever option will be considered best suited for conducting the exam, NTA is ready to undertake the exercise. What will be NEET’s methodology, what will be the protocol a decision is expected soon. We will notify it soon."
Based on the trends of previous years, it is likely that the NEET UG 2025 exam will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025. The NEET 2025 application forms will be tentatively released in the first week of March 2025 or by February-end. The complete exam schedule will be announced by NTA along with the NEET 2025 notification, to be released on the official exam website, with the commencement of the application process. Although last year NTA had announced the NEET exam date in September, based on the trends followed for other exams, it is likely that the NEET 2025 exam date will be announced along with the release of the application form, a couple of months before the actual exam date.
At present, speculations are going on regarding conducting the NEET 2025 exam in computer-based mode (CBT). Several media reports suggest that the exam mode will change from online to offline this year. However, no official confirmation from the Ministry of Education or NTA yet exists. Based on the tentative exam date, there are less than six months left. Owing to the lack of official information, aspirants are getting anxious and requesting NTA to release the official notification mentioning the NEET 2025 exam date and time.
There are certain speculations regarding NEET 2025 with respect to the change in the mode of the exam conduct, exam pattern, number of times NEET will be conducted, and the total number of attempts, among others. Owing to the major irregularities and malpractices conducted in last year’s NEET, an expert committee was formed consisting of seven members and headed by former ISRO chief K. Radhakrishnan. This committee was formed to address the issues caused by the paper leak and to suggest ways to improve the exam system. The committee has submitted its report to the Ministry of Education, proposing several changes to enhance the security and fairness of the exam. There may be some changes in the NEET UG 2025 eligibility criteria as well in terms of age restriction or number of attempts.
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Expected Changes in NEET 2025 Exam
Based on the expert committee recommendations, the following changes are expected to be implemented in the NEET 2025 exam.
- Online and Hybrid Exam Models: Within this recommendation, it is suggested that NEET 2025 be conducted in online, or computer-based mode. In case of challenge in conducting the exam in completely online mode, a hybrid mode can be followed wherein the NEET question papers will be displayed on screen and test takers will have to answer on paper.
- Multi-Stage Exam for Medical Aspirants: Similar to JEE Main, the NEET exam is suggested to be conducted twice a year, or in multiple stages. This will help the exam authorities to manage the large number of test takers (over two lakh), and also provide more than one opportunity for candidates.
- Limits on NEET Attempts: The committee proposes capping the number of NEET attempts per candidate, encouraging candidates to prepare thoroughly.
- Change in NEET Exam Pattern: The NEET exam pattern has remained the same over the past couple of years. Hence, there is a chance that there will be a change in the NEET 2025 exam pattern. As per reports, there may be an omission of the optional questions, similar to JEE Main’s latest exam pattern.
Latest News & Updates
December 18, 2024: NEET-UG, CUET-UG, UGC NET 2025 to Undergo Major Overhaul as NTA Shifts Focus to Higher Education
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November 11, 2024: RTI Activist Urges NTA to Reconsider NEET UG 2025 Age Limits and Exam Format for Fairness
November 5, 2024: NEET UG 2025 Exam Reforms: Expert Committee Submits Report on Online Testing, Multi-Stage Exams, Security Enforcement
Q: When will NTA announce the NEET 2025 date?
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is likely to announce the NEET 2025 exam date in December 2024. NTA will consider various aspects such as the schedule for other national level undergraduate entrance exams, Board exams, and other factors while deciding the date. Announcing the NEET 2025 date in advance will ensure that candidates get enough time to prepare for the exam. Last year, NTA announced NEET exam date as part of a common exam calendar, consisting of JEE Main, CUET and UGC NET dates. However, this year the JEE Main dates have been announced but other exam dates, especially NEET 2025 date is yet to be announced.
Q: What is the minimum NEET score required to get an MBBS seat?
According to last year's NEET cutoff marks, a General or OBC category candidate should secure at least 500 marks to get an MBBS seat at a standard medical college in India. However, for a reserved category candidate, a score of 300 to 400 may get them an MBBS seat. Candidates with a relatively low score must be patient and participate in multiple rounds of counselling untill they get the seat of their choice. Candidates may also participate in both national as well as state-level counsellings to expand their chances of admission.
Q: Can I get an MBBS seat with a NEET score of 350?
If you belong to SC /ST category, you can get a MBBS seat with 350. for OBC and general category, cut-off score is much more higher than 350. So, prepare well. All the best.
Q: When will the NEET 2025 exam be conducted?
Based on the past few years' trends, it is likely that the NEET 2025 exam will be conducted in the first week of May 2025, tentatively Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 2 PM to 5.20 PM. NTA will announce the exam date through an official notice or exam calendar. It is expected that the exam will be conducted as per the previous years' trends, and there will not be any delay in the exam.
Q: What are the changes expected to be introduced in NEET 2025?
The changes in NEET 2025 will be announced along with the notification of the exam. Based on the recommendations by the NEET expert committee, following changes are expected to be introduced in the NEET 2025 exam:
- Conduct of the exam in online mode
- Digital transport of the NEET question paper
- Conducting NEET twice a year
- Limiting the number of attempts
However, the above-mentioned changes are tentative, and yet to be confirmed.
- What is NEET Exam?
- NEET 2025 Exam Dates
- NEET UG 2025 Highlights
- NEET 2025 Syllabus PDF
- NEET 2025 Application Form Process and Eligibility Criteria
- NEET Exam Pattern 2025
- How to Prepare for NEET?
- NEET 2025 Admit Card
- NEET Question Paper PDFs 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020
- NEET 2025 Result
- NEET 2025 Cutoff
- NEET 2025 Counselling
- FAQs Regarding NTA NEET UG 2025
What is NEET Exam?
The full form of NEET is National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). It is the sole entrance test for admission to undergraduate medical and paramedical courses offered in India. The exam is conducted once a year in offline or paper-pencil-based test (PBT) mode for three hours and 20 minutes or 200 minutes. As far as the NEET exam pattern is concerned, there are 200 questions from Physics, Chemistry and Biology, out of which 180 questions have to be attempted.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the medical entrance exam for admission to MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, BAMS, Veterinary, and other medical/paramedical courses in India. The exam is conducted in 13 languages. Over 20 lakh candidates appear for the NEET exam. MBBS is the most preferred medical course followed by BDS and BSc Nursing. Last year, the number of NEET aspirants surpassed the previous years' records.
Q: How many attempts are allowed in NTA NEET UG exam?
There is no limit to the number of attempts to appear in the NTA NEET UG exam. While NEET UG is conducted once a year and candidates can appear only once in one year, an overall basis, an aspirant can appear for the exam as many times as he/she wishes to. Given the fact that the upper age limit has been removed, there is no barrier to the highest number of attempts.
Q: Can a class 12 student appear for NEET?
A Class 12 student can appear for NEET, provided he/she fulfills the eligibility criteria for the exam stated by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the exam conducting body. Although there is no upper age limit for appearing in NEET, but the lower age limit is still applicable. A candidate must of at least 17 years as of December 31 of the academic year. Unless candidates meet the lower age limit criterion, they would not be considered eligible to appear for NEET for the particular year. The other factors of eligibility include studying Physics, Chemistry and Biology as core subjects.
Q: What is the full form of NEET?
The full form of NEET is National Eligibility cum Entrance Test. It is a national-level entrance exam for admission to undergraduate medical and para-medical courses in India. The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and is held once a year in a paper-pencil based mode. The exam is open to all candidates who have completed their 12th standard from a recognised board and are seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, BAMS, and other medical/paramedical courses in India. As per the eligibility criteria of the exam, there is no upper age limit for appearing in this exam. However, candidates should be of minimum 17 years of age as of December 31 of the academic year. The NEET exam is held for three hours and 20 minutes and consists of questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and would consist of 200 questions in total, out of which candidates will have to attempt 180 questions. The total marks of NEET is 720. Each correct answer will fetch four marks and there is negative of one mark for each wrong answer.
Q: What are the regional language options available for NEET UG?
NEET UG question paper is available in 13 languages. Apart from Hindi and English candidates can choose from Tamil, Urdu, Marathi, Bengali, Gujarati, Odia, Assamese, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi and Telugu. Candidates have to enter their language preferences in the application form and will have to choose their exam centre preference accordingly. During the exam, candidates must ensure that they have received the NEET question paper in the language they have opted for, otherwise, they should report the same to the invigilators. During preparation also, candidates must prepare in the particular language and solve previous years' question papers and mock tests in the regional language.
Q: What is the official website of NEET?
The official website of NEET 2025 will be announced by NTA along with the announcement of the exam notification, or the release of the NEET 2025 application form. The website is hosted by NTA. Last year, the NEET 2024 website address or URL was changed to exams.nta.ac.in/NEET. This year, the URL or the website may remain the same. In case it is changed, the URL will be updated here.
Q: Who conducts the NEET UG exam?
NEET UG exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). NTA has been conducting NEET since 2019. Prior to that, the exam was conducted by CBSE. The role of NTA is to conduct the application process, release the admit card, conduct the exam across centres, declaration of answer keys and result. The counselling process is conducted separately by national and state authorities for the All India Quota and State Quota seats. While NTA is the conducting authority, the National Medical Commission (NMC) acts as a consulting authority for NEET for NTA. Factors such as syllabus and eligibility criteria are formulated and revised by NMC and NTA announces those on its official website, on behalf of NMC.
NEET 2025 Exam Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NEET 2025 exam
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
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23 Dec '24 - 24 Dec '24 | NEET 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round 3 Choice Filling and Locking |
24 Dec '24 | NEET 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round 3 Seat Allotment Result |
25 Dec '24 - 30 Dec '24 | NEET 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round 3 Institute Reporting |
Mar '25 | NEET 2025 Application Process TENTATIVE |
Apr '25 | NEET 2025 Application Correction TENTATIVE |
Apr '25 | NEET 2025 City Intimation Slip TENTATIVE |
May '25 | NEET 2025 Admit Card TENTATIVE |
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
12 Dec '24 | NEET 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 Seat Allotment Result |
12 Dec '24 - 16 Dec '24 | NEET 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 Institute Reporting |
09 Dec '24 - 10 Dec '24 | NEET 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 Choice Locking |
NEET UG 2025 Highlights
The following table enlists the key features and highlights of NEET UG 2025.
Particulars | Details |
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Exam Name | National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) |
Conducting Body |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Exam Level | Undergraduate (UG) Exam at National Level |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Total Registrations | 24,06,079 (NEET 2024 Data) |
Exam Mode | Offline or Paper Pencil Based Test (PBT) |
Courses Offered Through NEET UG | MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, BAMS, BVSC & AH |
Exam Fees | INR 1,700 (General), 1,600 (OBC), 1,000 (Reserved category candidates), 9,500 (Foreign nationals) |
Exam Duration and Timing | 3 hours and 20 minutes 2 PM to 5.20 PM (IST) |
Number of Subjects and Total Marks | Physics (180 marks), Chemistry (180 marks), Biology (360 marks): Total Marks - 720 |
Total Questions | 200 (180 to be attempted) |
Marking Scheme | +4 for each correct answer -1 for each incorrect answer |
Number of Exam Cities | 557 (India) 14 (Abroad) |
Language/Medium of Paper | 13 Languages - English, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Assamese, Gujarati, Marathi, Odia, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, Punjabi and Telugu |
Accepting Colleges | 1,613 colleges |
Total Number of Seats | MBBS - 1,09,170 BDS - 27,868 BAMS - 52,720 BVSc & AH - 603 |
NEET Helpline Numbers | 011-69227700, 011-40759000 Email: neet@nta.ac.in, neet1@nta.ac.in |
NEET Official Website | www.neet.ntaonline.in, www.exams.nta.ac.in/NEET (URL will be updated in case the official website address changes) |
Q: How many times can I appear for NEET?
According to NTA a candidate can appear for NEET any number of times. There is no restriction on the number of attempts permitted. Moreover, ever since the upper age limit of NEET has been removed, there is even more flexibility in terms of the number of NEET attempts.
The exam is conducted once a year, hence candidates can appear only once in an academic year. But unless candidates fulfil the eligibility criteria, they would not be able to get admission even if they score the qualifying cutoff marks for NEET.
Q: Is there any age limit for NEET exam?
The upper age limit criterion was removed by NMC on March 9, 2022, based on the judgment made by the Supreme Court of India. Earlier, the case was under trial in the apex court. However, there is a lower age limit of 17 years as of December 31 of the academic year. Unless candidates meet the lower age limit criterion, they would not be considered eligible to appear for NEET.
Q: What is the NTA NEET Helpline Number and Email ID?
The National Testing Agency has given the NEET 2024 Helpline Number and the email id wherein candidates can contact the exam officials in case they face any difficulty. The phone numbers are given below:
- 011-40759000
- 011-69227700
Candidates are advised to call on the NTA NEET 2024 Helpline Numbers during the working days, between 10 AM and 5 PM. The emails can be sent anytime.
The email id wherein candidates can write to NTA officials are neet(at)nta.ac.in and neet1(at)nta.ac.in.
Candidates should provide the following Information while raising any payment related query/grievance through QRS/email/Helplines:
a. Name of the Bank and /or Payment Gateway.
b. Date and time of the transaction
c. Transaction Number
d. Bank Reference Number
e. Proof of transaction
f. Screenshot from the payment portal (in case of payment failure).
However, candidates may face difficulty in terms of getting connected with the helpline numbers or getting a response through email. They are advised to be patient and keep trying until their issue is resolved.
Q: Which courses can I pursue after appearing for NEET exam?
NEET or National Eligibility cum Entrance Test is a national level medical entrance exam for undergraduate courses. It is the gateway to admission to multiple medical and paramedical courses. Although earlier NEET scores were considered for MBBS and BDS courses only, but now, there are multiple courses including medical, dental, nursing and other paramedical courses, the admission to which are conducted through NEET scores. The course names are listed below:
1. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
2. Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
3. BSc Nursing
4. Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
5. Bachelor of Uninani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS)
6. Bachelor Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS)
7. Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS)
8. Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)
9. Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOTh)
10. Bachelor of Audiology, Speech and Language Pathology (BASLP)
11. Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics
These courses are offered at various colleges across India, and the admission is based on the NEET UG exam scores.
NEET 2025 Syllabus PDF
The NEET 2025 syllabus has remained the same as last year. Announcing the finalised NEET 2025 syllabus, NMC has stated, “It is notified to all the stakeholders, especially to the aspiring candidates that the Under Graduate Medical Education Board, an autonomous body under the National Medical Commission has finalized the NEET (UG) 2025 Syllabus.” Last year, a number of chapters and topics were removed from all three subjects, whereas a few topics were added as well. The changes in the NEET UG syllabus were introduced to maintain parity with the other State Board exam syllabus for Class 11 and Class 12. Moreover, the NEET syllabus for Chemistry was segregated into three parts, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry.
Download the NEET 2024 syllabus by NTA
Also Read:
- NEET Chemistry Syllabus With Chapter-wise Weightage
- NEET Physics Syllabus and Chapter-wise Weightage
- NEET Biology Syllabus and Chapter-wise Weightage
NEET Mock Test Series
The NEET mock test 2025 is an important part of the exam preparation. After completing the basic and section-wise preparation, students should start taking the NEET 2025 mock test. NEET mock tests are available at various sources, as well as at the NTA NEET website for candidates to prepare for. The NEET mock tests are categorised into sectional and full-length. At the beginning of the preparation, students should take a diagnostic mock test of NEET 2025 to assess their preparation level, as well as the strong and weak areas. After that, along with subject-wise preparation, or as and when a subject or chapter is completed, they should appear for a sectional or subject-wise NEET 2024 mock test. Once the preparation is complete, the full-length NTA NEET mock test 2025 should be taken at regular intervals and must be analysed by experts or mentors for complete feedback. Shiksha.com experts have curated free mock tests for NEET 2025.
Download the NEET mock test PDF free download 2025 prepared by Shiksha.com experts below.
Q: Has there been any change in the syllabus of NEET 2025?
No, there has not been any change in the NEET 2025 syllabus. Last year, the NEET syllabus underwent major changes as per the recommendation by the National Medical Commission (NMC). A number of chapters and topics were removed from Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects. On the other hand, certain topics and chapters were added and some of the topics were modified. Since such major changes were brought in to last year's NEET syllabus, the NEET 2025 syllabus is unchanged.
NEET syllabus 2025 has been released officially by NMC in December 2024. Hence, students preparing for NEET 2025 should start preparing, or continue their preparation based on last year's NEET syllabus. Even if some changes are introduced to the NEET 2025 syllabus, those would not be something major.
Q: How important is taking mock test to prepare for NEET?
Mock tests form an important aspect of NEET preparation. Exam preparation will be incomplete without taking NEET mock tests and success in this highly competitive medical entrance exam is impossible. NEET 2025 mock test will give students exposure towards the exam structure and question pattern and will also help them understand their preparation level and mistakes to avoid. After taking mock tests, it is important to get the performance analysed thoroughly by an expert or mentor. The analysis will provide insights about the areas of improvement, causes of mistakes, correct approach to attempt questions, time management, etc. The objective of the analysis is to provide an in-depth viewpoint on their performance.
Q: Should I opt for sectional or full-length mock test for NEET?
Q: Which topics were removed from the Biology subject of the NEET 2024 syllabus?
The National Medical Commission (NMC) had revised the NEET 2024 syllabus. As compared to the previous years' syllabus, some of the topics were removed from each of the three subjects, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. In the Biology subject, chapters have been removed in around six units. The following table brings the list of chapters and topics along with the units, which were removed in the NEET 2024 syllabus.
Units | Chapters/Topics |
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Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants | Animal tissues; Morphology, anatomy and functions of different systems (digestive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous and reproductive) of an insect (Frog). (Brief account only) |
Plant Physiology | · Transport in plants: Movement of water, gases and nutrients; Cell to cell transport-Diffusion, facilitated diffusion, active transport; Plant – water relations – Imbibition, water potential, osmosis, plasmolysis; Long distance transport of water – Absorption, apoplast, symplast, transpiration pull, root pressure and guttation; Transpiration-Opening and closing of stomata; Uptake and translocation of mineral nutrients-Transport of food, phloem transport, Mass flow hypothesis; Diffusion of gases (brief mention). · Mineral nutrition: Essential minerals, macro and micronutrients and their role; Deficiency symptoms; Mineral toxicity; Elementary idea of Hydroponics as a method to study mineral nutrition; Nitrogen metabolism-Nitrogen cycle, biological nitrogen fixation. |
Human Physiology | Digestion and absorption; Alimentary canal and digestive glands; Role of digestive enzymes and gastrointestinal hormones; Peristalsis, digestion, absorption and assimilation of proteins, carbohydrates and fats; Caloric value of proteins, carbohydrates and fats; Egestion; Nutritional and digestive disorders – PEM, indigestion, constipation, vomiting, jaundice, diarrhoea. |
Reproduction | Reproduction in organisms: Reproduction, a characteristic feature of all organisms for continuation of species; Modes of reproduction – Asexual and sexual; Asexual reproduction; Modes-Binary fission, sporulation, budding, gemmule, fragmentation; vegetative propagation in plants. |
Biology and Human Welfare | Improvement in food production; Plant breeding, tissue culture, single cell protein, Biofortification; Apiculture and Animal husbandry. |
Ecology and Environment | Organisms and environment: Habitat and niche; Population and ecological adaptations Ecosystem Patterns: Nutrient cycling (carbon and phosphorous); Ecological succession; Ecological Services fixation, pollination, oxygen release. Biodiversity and its conservation: Sacred Groves. Environmental issues: Air pollution and its control; Water pollution and its control; Agrochemicals and their effects; Solid waste management; Radioactive waste management; Greenhouse effect and global warning; Ozone depletion; Deforestation; Any three case studies as success stories addressing environmental issues. |
Also Read: NEET Biology Syllabus with Chapter-wise Weightage
Q: Which topics have been removed from the Chemistry subject of the NEET 2024 syllabus?
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released the NEET 2024 syllabus. As compared to the previous years' syllabus, some of the topics have been removed from each of the three subjects, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. There are around nine chapters in Chemistry which have been removed.
In Chemistry, the following chapters or topics have been removed from the units given in the table below.
Units | Topics |
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Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry | General Introduction: Important and scope of chemistry. |
Atomic number, isotopes and isobars, Concept of shells and subshells, dual nature of matter and light. | |
Important compounds of silicon and a few uses: silicon tetrachloride, silicones, silicates and zeolites, their uses. | |
Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen | Cyanides and Isocyanides- will be mentioned at relevant places. |
Environmental Chemistry | Environmental pollution: Air, water and soil pollution, chemical reactions in atmosphere, smogs, major atmospheric pollutants; acid rain ozone and its reactions, effects of depletion of ozone layer, greenhouse effect and global warming-pollution due to industrial wastes; green chemistry as an alternative tool for reducing pollution, strategy for control of environmental pollution. |
Polymers | Classification- Natural and synthetic, methods of polymerization (addition and condensation), copolymerization. Some important polymers: natural and synthetic like polyesters, bakelite; rubber, Biodegradable and non-biodegradable polymers. |
Chemistry in Everyday Life | Chemicals in medicines- analgesics, tranquilizers, antiseptics, disinfectants, antimicrobials, antifertility drugs, antibiotics, antacids, antihistamines. |
Surface Chemistry | Adsorption-physisorption and chemisorption; factors affecting adsorption of gases on solids, |
Haloalkanes and Haloarenes | · Haloalkanes: Nomenclature, nature of C –X bond, physical and chemical properties, mechanism of substitution reactions. Optical rotation. · Haloarenes: Nature of C-X bond, substitution reactions (directive influence of halogen for · Uses and environmental effects of – dichloromethane, trichloromethane, tetrachloromethane, iodoform, freons, DDT.
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Also Read:
NEET Chemistry Syllabus With Chapter-wise Weightage
Q: Which topics have been removed from the Physics subject of the NEET 2024 syllabus?
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released the NEET 2024 syllabus. As compared to the previous years' syllabus, some of the topics have been removed from each of the three subjects, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. In the Physics subject, chapters or topics have been removed from as many as 16 units.
The following table brings the topics which have been removed along with their unit names.
Units | Topics |
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Physical World and Measurement |
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Kinematics | Elementary concepts of differentiation and integration for describing motion. Scalar and vector quantities: Position and displacement vectors, general vectors, general vectors and notation, equality of vectors, multiplication of vectors by a real number; addition and subtraction of vectors. Relative velocity. |
Laws of Motion | Lubrication (under the Equilibrium of Concurrent Forces chapter) |
Rotational Motion | Momentum conservation, and centre of mass motion. |
Gravitation | Geostationary satellites. |
Properties of Bulk Matter/Properties of Solids and Liquids |
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Thermodynamics | Heat engines and refrigerators. |
Oscillations and Waves |
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Electrosatics | Van de Graaff generator |
Current Electricity |
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Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism | Concept of magnetic field, Oersted’s experiment. Magnetic dipole moment of a revolving electron. bar magnet as an equivalent solenoid, magnetic field lines; Earth’s magnetic field and magnetic elements. Electromagnetic and factors affecting their strengths. Permanent magnets |
Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents | LC oscillations (qualitative treatment only) |
Optics |
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Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation | Davisson-Germer experiment (experimental details should be omitted; only conclusion should be explained). |
Atoms and Nuclei | Isotopes, isobars; isotones. Radioactivity- alpha, beta and gamma particles/ rays and their properties decay law. |
Electronic Devices | Energy bands in solids (qualitative ideas only), conductors, insulators, Junction transistor, transistor action, characteristics of a transistor; transistor as an amplifier (common emitter configuration) and oscillator. |
Also Read:
NEET Physics Syllabus with Chapter-wise Weightage
NEET 2025 Application Form Process and Eligibility Criteria
The NEET 2025 application forms are expected to be released by NTA in the first week of March 2025, approximately two months before the exam date. The total duration of the application process will be around one month. Based on student requests or other external factors, NTA may reopen or extend the NEET 2025 application window.
Registered candidates will be given an opportunity to make corrections in the NEET application form 2025 in the selected fields during the given duration. In case of a change in category, or selection of an international exam city, they had to pay the additional fee. However, if candidates had paid an extra fee, that was not refunded by NTA. The fields of change will vary for Aadhaar-verified and non-verified candidates.
NEET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Last year, the NEET eligibility criteria changed in terms of subjects and schooling type. Candidates who studied Biology/Biotechnology as additional subjects along with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English, were also eligible to appear for the exam. Earlier, candidates who passed Class 12 or equivalent from Open Schools or as private candidates were not allowed to appear for NEET, but last year, this factor was removed by NMC. Candidates who have passed their Class 12 Board exam from Open Schools will now be eligible for NEET 2024. The Supreme Court of India has ruled that students from open schools recognised by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and State Boards are now eligible to take NEET.
Let us take a look at the NEET eligibility criteria for 2025.
Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India. Non-resident Indians (NRI), Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), Persons of India Origin (PIO) and foreign nationals are also eligible to appear for NEET if they wish to pursue MBBS or any other medical courses accepting NEET scores from an institute in India.
Age Limit: Candidates must have attained the age of 17 years at the time of admission or will attain the same by December 31, 2025, or the last date of the year. Accordingly, the minimum date of birth of candidates should be December 31, 2008. There is no upper age limit for NEET.
Educational and Qualifying Marks Criteria: Candidates must have passed Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English subjects individually in the qualifying examination. The qualifying aggregate for General, General-PWD and Reserved category candidates is 50 per cent, 45 per cent and 40 per cent respectively.
Since the NEET eligibility criteria are dynamic, there may be changes introduced in the eligibility criteria for NEET 2025, especially in terms of NEET age restriction and limit in the number of attempts. According to some experts, having an age restriction and limit in the number of attempts will lead to moderation of competition and filtering of genuine candidates.
Also Read: NEET 2024 Eligibility Criteria: Upper Age Limit, Number of Attempts, Qualification
Q: What is the NEET 2025 application fee?
The NEET 2025 application fee is expected to remain the same compared to last year. The category-wise application fees are given in the below table:
Category | Application Fee (in INR) |
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General | 1,700 |
General EWS and OBC | 1,600 |
SC, ST, PwD | 1,000 |
Outside India | 9,500 |
The application fee has to be paid in an online mode via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Q: Can I make changes in the NEET 2025 application form?
Yes, registered candidates will be given an opportunity to make changes in the NEET 2025 application from by utilising the application correction facility within the given date. NTA specifies the fields which are editable and un-editable separately for the Aadhaar-verified and Aadhaar not verified candidates. There is no additional fee, unless candidates changes category which impacts the fee. Candidates are advised to be careful while filling the application form. In case of incorrect information provided in the admit card, candidates will be disqualified during the admission or counselling process. The exact dates of NEET 2025 application correction facility will be provided later, when it is announced by NTA.
Q: What is the eligibility criteria for NEET?
As per the eligibility criteria of NEET candidates should pass the Class 12th Board exam from a recognised institute and board from the Science stream with a minimum of 50 per cent aggregate (40 per cent for OBC/SC/ST and 45 per cent for PwD category candidates). The candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English subjects in Class 11 and Class 12. There has been a change in the NEET 2024 eligibility criteria. Till last year, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology subjects had to be studied as core subjects in order to be eligible to appear for the exam. This year, the National Medical Commission has revised the eligibility criteria, which states that candidates may study these subjects as additional papers. The minimum age limit is 17 years as on December 31 of the year of admission. The upper age limit criteria has been removed in the year 2022.
Q: I have made certain mistakes in the NEET application form. What should I do?
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will provide a NEET application correction window after the conclusion of the application process. Applicants can correct the wrong information entered, or the mistakes made in the NEET application form. However, not every field is editable in the NEET form during the correction window. Information such as mobile number, email id, address, etc. can not be edited. Hence, candidates are advised to check all the details carefully before final submission.
Q: How many candidates have registered for NEET 2024?
According to NTA, 24,02,774 candidates registered for NEET 2024, out of which 23,30,390 candidates appeared for the exam. Out of this, over 10 lakh candidates were male and over 13 lakh candidates were female. This is the highest number of applications so far. As compared to NEET 2023, there was an increase of approximately 14 per cent in the number of applicants. Uttar Pradesh was the state with the highest number of NEET 2024 applications followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan. On the other hand, Delhi was the city with the highest number of exam city preference.
Q: Is there any limited number to appear for the NEET UG exam?
No. According to the regulatory body, there’s no cap on the number of attempts for NEET but there’s an age limit. Candidates must have attained the age of 17 years at the time of admission or will attain the same by December 31, 2024. Candidates belonging to the General category must have scored a minimum of 50 per cent in the qualifying examination.
Q: I want to select English as the language of my NEET question paper. Which city should I choose?
You can choose any exam centre of NEET 2025. English is available at centres across the country. English is a universal language and medium of NEET question paper. The exam city selection option becomes limited once candidates choose a regional language, except Hindi. Apart from the medium of the question factor, the other factor that plays a role in the NEET exam centre city selection is the permanent and present address selected by candidates during the application process.
NEET Exam Pattern 2025
NEET exam pattern states that it is a paper-pencil-based test (PBT) or offline test of three hours and 20 minutes duration. The exam consists of 200 questions from Physics, Chemistry and Biology, out of which 180 questions has to be attempted. The questions are objective-type and carry multiple choices or four-answer options. The correct answer option has to be marked by shading the corresponding circle on the OMR sheet with a blue/black ballpoint pen provided at the test centre.
According to the NEET exam pattern and structure, each subject is divided into two sections, Section A and Section B, carrying 35 and 15 questions respectively. While it is compulsory to attempt all 35 questions in Section A, in Section B, candidates had to attempt 10 out of 15 questions.
The following table brings the detailed structure of the exam.
Sections |
Number of Questions |
Total Marks |
---|---|---|
Physics Section A |
35 |
140 |
Physics Section B |
15 |
40 |
Chemistry Section A |
35 |
140 |
Chemistry Section B |
15 |
40 |
Botany Section A |
35 |
140 |
Botany Section B |
15 |
40 |
Zoology Section A |
35 |
140 |
Zoology Section B |
15 |
40 |
Whether the NEET 2025 exam will remain the same, or undergo changes, will be known once NTA releases the official notification and information bulletin. At present, speculations are indicating that the optional questions may be removed, and the mode of the exam also might change from paper-pencil-based to a computer-based test.
Also Read: NEET Total Marks 2024
Q: What is the format for the NEET exam?
The format for NEET exam is a total of 180 question with total 720 marks. Four marks will be awarded for a right answer and one mark will be deducted for a wrong answer. The questions will be objective type that is MCQ based. 90 questions will be from Biology including Zoology and Botany both, and 45 questions each from Physics and 45 Chemistry. Each subject will be divided into two sections. The syllabus will be that of Class 11 and Class 12 CBSE syllabus.
Q: I marked two answers for a question in NEET. One of the answers is correct. Will I get full marks for this question?
According to the NEET exam pattern, a question for which more than one response is marked on the OMR sheet will be considered incorrect. For such questions, one mark would be deducted. Hence, candidates should be careful while answering on the OMR sheet. They should solve the questions separately on the space provided for rough work, and then shade the answer option on the OMR sheet to avoid such errors. Revision after completing the exam is also important.
Q: Will the NEET 2025 exam pattern remain the same as last year?
The NEET 2025 exam pattern is expected to remain the same as last year. NEET is a paper-pencil-based-test of 200 minutes duration and carries 200 objective type multiple choice questions (MCQs) in total. Out of this, 180 questions have to be attempted. The total marks of the exam is 720. Each question has four answer options. Each correct answer fetches four marks and there is one mark negative marking for each wrong answer. There is no negative marking for unattempted questions or extra attempted questions.
Q: What is the exam pattern of NEET?
NEET or National Eligibility cum Entrance Test is a paper-pencil based test (PBT) of 3 hours and 20 minutes duration. There are a total of 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), out of which 180 questions have to be attempted. The syllabus of the exam consists of Physics Chemistry and Biology subjects. The Biology subject is segregated between Zoology and Botany. Each subject will be divided into two sections, Section A and Section B.
Section A carries 35 questions and Section B carries 15 questions. While all 35 questions can be attempted in Section A, in Section B, 10 questions out of 15 have to be attempted. Each question carries four answer options and the correct option has to be marked on the OMR sheet. According to the marking scheme, each correct question carries 4 marks and there is a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer. No marks will be awarded or deducted for unattempted or extra attempted questions.
How to Prepare for NEET?
NEET preparation should be started well in advance since it is a highly competitive exam. They should dedicate at least one year to preparing for the exam. Candidates preparing for NEET should first be familiar with the exam pattern and syllabus. After that, they need to shortlist the best books to refer to for NEET preparation. To complete the topics in the syllabus, one must refer to NCERT books.
Candidates must prepare a timetable for NEET preparation. This should be followed to complete the preparation on time. Another important aspect of preparation is solving mock tests and sample papers. Since the weightage of all sections is equal in the exam, aspirants should focus equally on all sections or subjects to secure a balanced score. After taking regular mock tests, students would develop an understanding of their strong and weak areas and should channelise their subject or topic-wise preparation accordingly. Students should invest at least two years in NEET preparation. In general, students start NEET preparation after the Class 10 Board exam. As the NEET syllabus is similar to that of Class 11 and Class 12, it is convenient for candidates to prepare simultaneously.
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Q: How to prepare for NEET exam and get a good rank?
Q: Which are the books to prepare for NEET?
Q: Which chapters are most important for NEET preparation?
Q: Can I prepare for NEET along with third year BSc. If yes, how?
You can prepare for NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) along with your third year BSc. However, it will require you to manage your time effectively and plan your studies efficiently. Here are some tips on how to prepare for NEET while pursuing your BSc Degree:
Create a schedule: Create a study schedule that allows you to allocate time for your NEET preparation as well as your BSc Coursework. Prioritise your time and ensure that you give adequate time to both.
Study regularly: Consistency is key. Make sure you dedicate some time every day to prepare for NEET even if it's just a few hours. Regular practice and revision will help you retain the concepts better.
Use online resources: There are many online resources available that offer NEET preparation materials, including practice tests, study materials, and video lectures. Make use of these resources to supplement your studies.
Join a coaching institute: Joining a coaching institute can help you stay on track with your NEET preparation and provide you with additional resources and support.
Take mock tests: Taking mock tests is an essential part of NEET preparation. It will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, and also give you a sense of the exam pattern and difficulty level. Seek help from your professors: If you are facing any difficulties with your BSc Coursework, don't hesitate to seek help from your professors. They can provide you with additional guidance and support to help you manage your studies effectively.
Q: What is the ideal time and method to take NEET mock tests?
NEET 2025 Admit Card
NEET 2025 admit is expected to be released online on the official website of NTA NEET 2025 exam, three to four days before the exam, or in the first week of May 2025. Only registered candidates will be issued the NEET admit card or hall ticket, which will carry crucial information such as exam date and time, centre address, guidelines, etc., along with candidate details including photograph and signature. Candidates failing to carry the NEET admit card or hall ticket will not be allowed to appear for the exam. In case of wrong information printed on the admit card of NEET 2025, they have to contact NTA to get those rectified.
NEET 2024 Exam Centres
The total number of NEET 2025 exam centres is expected to be over 5,000. Last year, the number of NEET centres across India and abroad was 4,750, which were located in 557 cities across India and 14 international cities. The NEET 2025 exam centres list or the city list will be released by NTA along with the information brochure. Applicants will be given a chance to select two exam cities as per their preference, based on which NTA allotted the NEET 2025 centre.
Q: What is the NEET admit card 2025 release date?
The NEET 2025 admit card is likely to be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), in the first week of May 2024, approximately three to four days before the exam date. Although the date of the exam has not been announced yet, it is likely that NEET 2025 will be held in the first week of May 2025. Accordingly, the NEET admit card 2025 will be released either in the fourth week of April 2025 or the first week of May 2025.
Prior to the release of the NEET admit card, NTA releases the advance intimation of exam city slip. The document mentions the city of the NEET exam centre allotted to candidates. Generally, NTA does not release the NEET admit card release date in advance. Candidates will have to log in to the NEET website with the registration credentials to download the admit card of NEET 2025.
Q: What are the information printed on the NEET 2025 admit card?
NEET admit card is one of the most crucial documents that needs to be carried to the exam centre as well as during the NEET counselling process. The information printed on the admit card of NEET are as follows:
- Name of the candidate
- NEET roll number
- NEET registration number
- Date and time of the examination
- Father's name
- Mother's name
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Category/ Sub-category
- Address
- Medium (Language) of the examination or the NEET question paper
- Name and address of the exam centre
- Candidate signature
- Exam day instructions and guidelines.
Apart from the above mentioned information, there would be space provided for pasting candidate photographs and signatures. There is also a Self Declaration Form which has to be filled in compulsorily and submitted to the invigilator on the day of the exam.
Q: What is the procedure to download the NEET 2025 admit card?
NEET 2025 admit card has to be downloaded in online mode only. Prior to starting the process, candidates should keep handy the NEET 2025 username and password and ensure a stable internet connection. The procedure for downloading the admit card or the hall ticket for NEET 2025 is as follows:
- Visit the NEET 2025 website
- Click on the link or tab indicating NEET 2025 Admit Card download
- Fill up a form regarding your the latest health and travel updates
- Click on the link indicating NEET 2025 Admit Card Download
- Log in with NEET 2025 Application Number and Password along with the Security Pin
- Download the NEET 2025 Admit Card
- Take multiple printouts.
Q: What are the international locations where NEET test centres are located?
NEET is generally conducted in 14 foreign cities. NEET test centres in foreign countries are located in cities located across the continents of Asia, Middle East and Africa. The foreign cities where NEET 2025 will be conducted are as follows:
- Kuwait City
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Bangkok
- Colombo
- Doha
- Kathmandu
- Kuala Lumpur
- Lagos
- Manama
- Muscat
- Riyadh
- Sharjah
- Singapore.
Registered candidates willing to choose an international city for NEET 2025 will be able to do so during the application correction window and candidates registering afresh will be able to choose their preferred country and city and have to pay the requisite application fee.
Q: When does NTA release the NEET advance intimation to exam city slip?
NTA releases the NEET advance intimation to exam city slip around 10 days before the exam date. The document has to be downloaded online by logging in to the exam website with the registration credentials. The advance intimation to exam city slip carries the name of the city where candidates' NEET exam centre will be located. The actual exam centre address will be provided on the NEET admit card.
NEET Question Paper PDFs 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020
NEET 2025 question paper will be provided to candidates on the day of the exam at the exam centre. In case the NEET 2025 exam is conducted in computer-based, or online mode, then the question paper will be displayed onscreen, and test-takers will not be able to carry the NEET question paper 2025 out of the exam centre.
Candidates preparing for NEET 2025 must solve NEET previous year question papers to be well-versed in the exam pattern and structure. Solving previous years’ NEET question papers will give much-needed exposure to candidates in terms of the difficulty level, chapter-wise weightage of question papers, and question types, to name a few. There are four sets of the NEET question papers which are further divided into six subsets. The medium or language of NEET question papers is 13, including English and Hindi. NTA has released previous years' NEET question paper PDFs except for the NEET 2022 question paper.
Get the NEET 2024 question paper PDFs and NEET previous year's question paper PDFs with solutions by clicking on the tab below.
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- NEET 2024 Question Paper with Answer Key Solutions (Available) PDF Download
- NEET 2023 Question Paper with Answer Key Solutions (OUT): PDF Download
- NEET 2022 Question Papers with Answer Key Solutions PDF Download
- NEET Previous Year Question Papers with Solutions PDF
NEET 2024 Analysis
According to the experts and students, the NEET 2024 exam difficulty level was moderate to tough. The Physics section was the toughest and the Biology section was the easiest. The Chemistry section was of moderate difficulty level. The Physics section had questions mostly from the numerical portion. In the Chemistry section, Inorganic Chemistry portion was the easiest. Some of the common topics were Human Health and Diseases, Human Reproduction, Plant Physiology, Chemical Bonds and Semi Conductor. Some of the questions were very lengthy which caused several candidates to leave out some questions.
Also Read: NEET Re-exam 2024 Answer Key and Question Paper Analysis
Watch out for the NEET 2024 analysis along with answer keys and solutions for each subject, Physics, Chemistry and Biology, by Shiksha experts.
Also Read: NEET 2024 Paper Analysis: Check Difficulty Level, Student Reactions and Reviews
The NEET 2025 analysis will be provided here based on the student reactions and expert opinions. Aspirants can go through last year’s analysis or review to get an idea of the exam structure, pattern and difficulty level.
Q: Who sets the NEET question paper?
Q: How many Sets are there in the NEET question paper?
There are generally four Sets of NEET question papers, which are further segregated into six parts. The names of the NEET 2024 question paper Sets and codes are Q, R, S and T. For the NEET 2024 re-exam, the question paper sets were A, B, C and D. The multiple Sets and codes in the NEET question papers ensure that there is no malpractice in the conduct of the exam. The names of the Sets and codes of the regional NEET question papers are different from the English ones. While distributing the question papers of NEET invigilators had to ensure that they did not give the same set question paper to two consecutive candidates. Once candidates are given the NEET question paper by invigilators, they need to check whether the question paper and test booklet, or answer sheet is of the same code. In case of a mismatch, they need to bring the matter to the invigilators notice. In case they submit the NEET test booklet with a different code from that of the NEET question paper, their exam will stand cancelled.
Q: Where can I download the previous years NEET question papers?
Q: What is the difficulty level of NEET UG?
The difficulty level of NEET 2024 was moderate to tough. As compared to last year, the difficulty level of the exam was easier. Physics was the toughest section. Chemistry was of moderate level of difficulty. The Biology section consisted of Botany and Zoology, was the easiest section. Botany questions were tougher than that of Zoology. The majority of the questions were NCERT-based, which were of easy difficulty level. There were some analytical questions, which were tough. Overall, the difficulty level of NEET 2024 subjects was moderate and the paper was manageable according to the candidates.
Q: What was the ratio of questions asked from Class 11 and Class 12 syllabi in the NEET 2024 exam?
Q: Do all the Sets of NEET question papers carry the same questions?
Although the questions are the same in all Sets of the NEET question paper, the order of the sections and questions vary from set to set. The different order of the sections and questions ensure that there is no malpractice conducted during the exam. Even if some questions are absolutely different in separate Sets or languages, the topics and chapters covered and difficulty level remain similar to ensure normalisation. Hence, it can be said that NTA Sets a common question paper carrying 200 questions, after which the questions are distributed across four Sets and six subsets of the NEET question paper. The subjects, and the questions within the subjects are shuffled for each of the NEET question paper Sets. This allows a parity in terms of topics covered and difficulty level, as well as allows avoidance of malpractice.
NEET 2025 Result
The NEET 2025 result will be declared tentatively in the first week of June 2025, in online mode. NTA will release the NEET 2025 result through scorecards and merit lists. The steps to download the NEET 2025 scorecard are given below:
- Visit the official website of NEET
- Click on the link 'Click Here for Revised Scorecard'
- Enter NEET 2025 Application Number, Date of Birth and Email Address or Mobile Number and Security Pin
- Click on Submit
- The NEET result 2025carries the following information:
- Candidate Name
- Subject-wise marks or scores
- Subject-wise percentile
- Total score obtained out of 720
- Total percentile
- All India Rank (AIR)
NEET Tie-Breaking Policy
Q: When will NTA release the NEET 2025 result?
The NEET 2025 result is expected to be released in the first week of June 2025, within a month of conducting the exam. NTA does not announce the NEET result date in advance. Although last year the result date was stated to be declared on June 14, NTA released it 10 days in advance. Hence, there is no fixed date or schedule for NTA to declare the NEET result. Prior to the declaration of the result, NTA releases the final NEET answer key. Last year, NEET was conducted on May 5 and the result was declared June 4.
Q: Where can I check the NEET result?
The NEET result will be declared on the official websites of NTA and NEET. The URLs where the result or the scorecard of NEET 2025 will be available for download are as follows:
- exams.nta.ac.in/NEET
- neet.ntaonline.in
- nta.ac.in
The above mentioned websites carry the official notice about the NEET result declaration, procedure and links to download the scorecard.
Q: When will NTA release the official answer key for NEET 2025?
NTA will release the provisional NEET 2025 answer keys tentatively in the fourth week of May 2025, within a month of conducting the exam. Candidates will be given an opportunity to submit challenges or objections against the provisional answer keys within the next two to three days. After the submission of challenges, NTA expert committee will review the objections and release the final NEET answer keys tentatively in the first week of June 2025, a couple of days ahead of the release of the result. There will not be any opportunity to review or challenge the NEET final answer keys. The NEET 2025 result will be computed based on the NEET 2025 final answer keys.
Q: How will I come to know when the NEET result is announced?
NTA announces the NEET result or scorecard download information on the official exam website. Various media portals and social media platforms also announce the declaration of results. Test takers are advised to keep a check on the official websites as well as opt for notifications or alerts at the news and social media platforms to get instantly notified about the declaration of NEET result. Moreover, they also get the NEET result information from their teachers or peers.
Q: What should we do after the NEET result?
NEET 2025 Cutoff
NEET cutoff is released by NTA along with the result. NEET 2025 cutoff refers to the minimum score one has to obtain out of 720 in order to qualify for the exam. The NEET cutoff marks vary for each candidate category. The following table brings the NEET cutoff marks and percentiles.
The following table brings the NEET cutoff marks and percentiles.
Category |
NEET 2024 Cutoff percentile |
NEET 2024 Cutoff score |
---|---|---|
UR/EWS |
50th |
720-162 |
SC, ST, OBC |
40th |
161-127 |
UR/EWS-PwD |
45th |
161-144 |
PwD (SC, OBC) |
40th |
143-127 |
PwD (ST) |
40th |
142-127 |
Last year, the NEET cutoff was revised owing to the declaration of re-revised scorecards, which led to a reduction of two marks for each category.
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Q: What is the cutoff for NEET?
NTA re-released the NEET cutoff for 2024 on July 26, 2024, which states that two marks is reduced for each category as compared to the original NEET 2024 cutoff released on June 4, on the day of the result. As compared to last year, there has been an increase in the NEET cutoff across categories. The following table brings the NEET 2024 cutoff.
Category | Cut off percentile | Cut off score |
---|---|---|
UR/EWS | 50th | 720-162 |
OBC | 40th | 161-127 |
SC | 40th | 161-127 |
ST | 40th | 161-127 |
UR/EWS-PwD | 45th | 161-144 |
OBC-PwD | 40th | 143-127 |
SC-PwD | 40th | 143-127 |
ST-PwD | 40th | 142-127 |
Q: How will I know that I have scored above the NEET cutoff or not?
The cutoff for NEET is released along with the result or the scorecard. The NEET cutoff or qualifying marks vary for each category, which are General, SC, ST, OBC and PwD/PH. Along with candidates' scores, percentiles and All India Rank (AIR), NTA also indicates the Qualifying Status of candidates in the scorecard. NTA also releases the NEET 2024 cutoff in the official notice along with the declaration of the NEET result. The qualifying cutoff for NEET 2024 is given below:
Category | Cut off percentile | Cut off score |
---|---|---|
UR/EWS | 50th | 720-162 |
OBC | 40th | 161-127 |
SC | 40th | 161-127 |
ST | 40th | 161-127 |
UR/EWS-PwD | 45th | 161-144 |
OBC-PwD | 40th | 143-127 |
SC-PwD | 40th | 143-127 |
ST-PwD | 40th | 142-127 |
Q: I am preparing for NEET 2025. I want to know about all medical or semi-private schools in India and cut-off and probability of clearance.
NEET 2025 Counselling
The NEET 2025 counselling process will be conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee tentatively within one month of the declaration of result. Candidates who will qualify for the exam by securing the NEET cutoff marks will be able to participate in the NEET 2024 counselling process. NEET counselling process is conducted in two categories, for the 15 per cent All India Quota (AIQ) seats and 85 per cent State Quota (SQ) seats. MCC will conduct the counselling for the AIQ seats and the state counselling authorities or the Directorates of Medical Education for different states are conducting the NEET state counselling.
The different steps of NEET counselling are as follows:
- Registration
- Choice filling and locking
- Seat allotment result
- Institute reporting
Courses Offered Through NEET UG
NEET UG is the gateway to admission to multiple medical and paramedical courses:
- MBBS
- BDS
- Ayurvedic Medicine
- Homoeopathy Medicine
- Unani Medicine
- Siddha Medicine
- Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry
- BSc (Hons) Nursing
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor of Audiology, Speech and Language Pathology
- Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics.
In India, there are a total of 706 Medical, 323 Dental, 914 AYUSH, and 47 BVSc & AH colleges that will accept NEET scores. There are a total of 23 AIIMS and two JIPMER campuses that also accept this exam score for admission. Admission to the BSc Nursing course is also conducted through NEET scores since 2021.
NEET Participating Institutes
The list of prominent medical colleges in India that accept NEET scores is as follows:
- Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
- AIIMS Delhi
- Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
- Armed Forces Medical College, Pune
- Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
- Institute of Medical Sciences Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
- King George's Medical University, Lucknow
- Christian Medical College, Vellore
- Madras Medical College, Chennai
- University College of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi, Delhi
- Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi
To view the complete list of participating institutes, Click Here.
Q: What is the NEET counselling registration fee?
Q: What is the duration of NEET counselling?
The total duration of NEET counselling depends on the number of seats lying vacant at the end of the each round. Before each round of counselling, Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) releases the seat matrix or seat vacancy list. Once all the seats are filled, the counselling process of NEET will be considered complete. In general, the NEET UG counselling process ranges from two to three months. The duration of each round is around two to three weeks. The duration for the first two rounds is higher than that of the last two rounds. The last date may get extended based on the seat vacancy. The NEET 2024 counselling duration was originally scheduled from August 14 to November 5, 2024, after which the Special Round is scheduled from November 20 to November 30, 2024.
Q: Can I get admission in a Nursing course on the basis of NEET scores?
Yes, BSc Nursing course admission is conducted through NEET scores for certain colleges. Hence, if you are planning to pursue Nursing courses, then you can appear for NEET. While filling the NEET application form, you need to select the courses or colleges. If you qualify for the exam by securing the cutoff marks, and be eligible for the counselling process, there you have to select the Nursing courses or colleges which you are vying for. However, a few top colleges or institutes are still conducting their own Nursing entrance exams, such as AIIMS, PGIMER, KGMU, to name a few.
Q: What are the courses for which NEET counselling process is conducted?
The NEET counselling process conducted for the 15 per cent All India Quota (AIQ) seats will be conducted primarily for the MBBS BDS and BSc Nursing courses. For the State NEET counselling rounds, the courses for admission are MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS and BHMS courses. The courses may vary from state to state, but the MBBS and BDS courses are common all across. For the 15 per cent AIQ seats, the NEET counselling for B.A. MS BUMS and BHMS courses are conducted separately by the requisite department and authorities.
Q: Who conducts NEET counselling?
The NEET counselling is segregated into two categories, central or national, and state counselling. The central counselling for NEET is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee or MCC. The NEET counselling process conducted by MCC is for the admission to the 15 per cent All India Quota (AIQ) seats. On the other hand, State Authorities or the Education Department of various states conduct NEET state counselling for the 85 per cent state quota seats. MCC conducts the NEET counselling for MBBS BDS and B.Sc. Nursing courses. On the other hand, the State Counselling Authorities conduct the admission process for MBBS BDS BAMS, BHMS, and other medical or allied courses.
Q: Which are the government medical colleges in India as per NEET?
Here is a list of some prominent government medical colleges in India accepting NEET scores:
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) - Various locations
- Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi
- Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
- Grant Medical College (GMC), Mumbai
- King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow
- Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), Bangalore
- Madras Medical College (MMC), Chennai
- Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (IMS-BHU), Varanasi
- Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh
- JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research), Puducherry
- Stanley Medical College (SMC), Chennai
- Sawai Man Singh Medical College (SMS), Jaipur
- Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur
- Osmania Medical College (OMC), Hyderabad
- Government Medical College (GMC), Thiruvananthapuram
Q: Which are the top colleges for BSc Nursing in India under NEET?
There are few government and private nursing colleges that consider the NEET UG score for admission to a BSc Nursing course. Some of the top nursing colleges that consider NEET scores are: All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi Banaras Hindu University in Uttar Pradesh Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Kolkata Christian Medical College in Vellore The admission cutoff for these and other top colleges is usually above a 250 score on the NEET. Therefore, with 167 marks and EWS category, you may get admission to a private nursing college like Terna Nursing College in Navi Mumbai.
FAQs Regarding NTA NEET UG 2025
Take a look at the top NEET 2025 FAQs or Frequently Asked Questions.
Q: When will the NEET 2025 registration start?
NTA is expected to start the NEET 2025 registration in the first week of March 2025. The last date of application will be scheduled in the first week of April 2025. Based on student requests and other external factors, NTA may extend or reopen the NEET application window by mid-April. NEET 2025 is expected to be conducted in the first week of May 2025. NEET 2025 application process will be conducted online. Candidates have to fill and submit the application form in an online mode along with the payment of the application fee.
Q: What is the schedule for NEET exam 2025?
NEET or the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test involves various stages or events. The dates for each event are announced by the exam conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA), in advance. The following table brings the sequence-wise upcoming events and the dates (official and tentative) of NEET.
Events | Dates |
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NEET 2025 exam date announcement | Second week of November 2024 |
NEET 2025 application form release | First week of March 2025 |
NEET 2025 application form last date | Fourth week of March 2025 |
NEET 2025 application correction window | First week of April 2025 |
NEET 2025 city intimation slip | Fourth week of April 2025 |
NEET 2025 admit card | First week of May 2025 |
NEET 2025 exam | First week of May 2025 |
NEET 2025 provisional answer key release and objection submission | Fourth week of May 2025 |
NEET 2025 result and final answer key | Second week of June 2025 |
Q: Are NCERT books enough to complete the NEET syllabus?
Q: How to prepare for NEET exam and get a good rank?
Q: How can I take admission to BSc nursing course in a government college through NEET result? I scored 183 and belong to the OBC category.
To take admission to BSc Nursing course in a government college through NEET result, you need to be passed Class 12 Board exam with PCB subjects and scored at least 40 per cent marks in the Board exam, which is the eligibility criterion for the OBC category.
You also need to have qualified the NEET exam with a minimum of 40 per cent marks. You can apply for admission through the NEET counselling process. With a NEET score of 183, you may be able to get admission to a government college in the later rounds of counselling.
Q: Am I eligible for the NEET exam? I am from Nepal and have completed my education from Nepal.
According to the NEET 2024 eligibility criteria, foreign nationals, or NRIs/PIOs could appear for the NEET exam. If you have appeared or passed in Class 12 or equivalent exam and fulfill the eligibility criteria for the foreign national candidates, then you are eligible apply and appear for the exam. NEET is conducted in Kathmandu, Nepal, hence you can select Kathmandu as your city of exam. Check the NEET 2024 eligibility criteria and list of exam cities below.
Q: When will the NEET 2025 information brochure release?
The NEET 2025 information brochure is expected to be released in the first week of March 2025, along with the application form. The information brochure for NEET is a detailed document, which is available online on the official website of the exam in PDF format. It consists of indepth information regarding the NEET exam in terms of dates, eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, syllabus, test centre cities, admission process, among others. To access the NEET 2025 information brochure, students will have to follow the steps given below.
1. Visit the official website of NEET
2. Click on the Information tab
3. Select Information Brochure from the dropdown menu
4. Download the Information Brochure
Candidates must download and preserve the information brochure and refer to it whenever there is any doubt or query related to the eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, syllabus, admission process, etc.
Q: Where can I get the NEET syllabus PDF in Hindi?
NTA officially releases the NEET syllabus in English. Candidates opting for the exam in Hindi or other regional languages can check their Class 11 and Class 12 syllabus attuned to the NEET syllabus, from their teachers or mentors and request them to provide them with the NEET syllabus 2025 PDF download in Hindi or other regional languages. Hindi medium students can refer to their Board exam syllabus and crosscheck the topics or chapters. Aspirants should also go through previous years' NEET Hindi question papers to understand the question types, topics and difficulty level.
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