NEET PG 2024 Live Updates (Shift 1 & 2): Question Paper Analysis, Answer Key Solution, Expected Cutoff
NBE conducted NEET PG 2024 exam on August 11 in computer-based mode. The exam was held in 185 test cities across country. NEET PG 2024 question paper comprised 200 multiple choice questions and candidates were given 3.5 hours. NBE is expected to declare NEET PG 2024 result in the last week of August 2024.
NEET PG 2024 exam was held on August 11 in 185 test cities at around 500 test centres across country. The exam was held in computer-based mode. The first shift commenced at 9 am and concluded at 12: 30 pm. NEET PG 2024 exam analysis is available here based on students' reaction. The overall difficulty of question paper was moderate. Most of the questions were clinical in nature. The second shift of NEET PG 2024 began at 3: 30 pm and concluded at 7 pm.
Also Read: NEET PG 2024 Question Paper with Answer Key Solutions Shift-1 PDF Download
NBE, the exam conducting body has already released NEET PG 2024 admit card online. Candidates will have to download the admit card from the official website with login credentials. Candidates do have to carry a printout of admit card along with one of the photo identity proofs at exam centre. A total of 200 multiple choice questions will be asked in the exam. Check more details in NEET PG 2024 live updates given below:
LIVE UPDATE
NEET PG 2024 Live Updates
- 11:30 AM IST• 12 Aug 2024
If I get 40 percent marks in NEET PG 2024. Will I be declared qualified?
It depends on category as well. Candidates have to score the minimum percentile to qualify for the exam. The minimum cut off for general category is 50 while for reserved category is 45.
- 11:01 AM IST• 12 Aug 2024
Are memory based questions and answers are reliable?
Yes. These questions are prepared based on reaction of exam taking students. Thereafter, an expert panel make answer key solutions of NEET PG 2024 question paper.
- 10:56 AM IST• 12 Aug 2024
How many students appeared in NEET PG 2024 exam?
A total of 2,28,540 candidates appeared in the exam held in 185 test cities. The exam was conducted in two shifts with tight security at centre.
- This helps candidates to get an idea about the NEET PG exam pattern
- Solving NEET PG question papers make candidates learn about speed and time management skill
- Candidates get a fair idea about the type of questions being asked over the years and their difficulty level
- After attempting the papers, candidates can cross-check their answers with the provided solutions and check their performance
- The exercise helps candidates to evaluate their preparation strategy
- Solving previous years' question papers of NEET PG makes candidates learn to work on their weak areas
- 10:54 AM IST• 12 Aug 2024
Which topics had maximum questions in NEET PG 2024 exam?
As per students, maximum questions were clinical in nature. NET PG 2024 question paper was lengthy with tricky options. Questions were asked from Gyanecology, Surgury, Opthalmology etc.
- 9:27 PM IST• 11 Aug 2024
Will NBE release official question paper?
No. NBE doesn't release the official question paper and answer key for NEET PG 2024 exam. However, some coaching centres will release the question paper and answer key based on memory of exam taking candidates.
- 6:25 PM IST• 11 Aug 2024
What is NEET PG 2024 qualifying percentile for general category?
The qualifying percentile for general category is 50 percentile for NEET PG 2024 exam. Check the qualifying percentile in the table given below:
Category
NEET PG 2024 cutoff qualifying percentile
Unreserved (UR)
50th percentile
SC/ST/OBC
40th percentile
UR PWD
45th percentile
- 5:10 PM IST• 11 Aug 2024
What was overall difficulty level of NEET PG 2024 exam?
The overall difficulty level of NEET PG 2024 exam was moderate. The paper was difficult than the last year. Most questions were clinical in nature.
- 4:27 PM IST• 11 Aug 2024
Was NEET PG 2024 difficult?
Yes. In comparision to last year, the question paper was difficult. As per students, 160-170 questions were good attempt.
- 3:51 PM IST• 11 Aug 2024
Will NEET PG 2024 cut off more this time?
There is a least chance that NEET PG 2024 cut off will be more this year as the exam was difficult than last year. The cut off will be released along with NEET PG 2024 result.
- 1:58 PM IST• 11 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 analysis
As per students, the overall difficulty of NEET PG 2024 question paper was moderate difficult. The paper was difficult in comparision to last year. Questions were clinical in nature. 160-170 were good attempt while 15-20 percent questions were most difficult.
- 12:50 PM IST• 11 Aug 2024
When will second shift for NEET PG 2024 exam begin?
NEET PG 2024 exam second shift will begin at 3: 30 pm. The exam will conclude at 7 pm. The reporting time for second shift is 1 pm.
- 12:20 PM IST• 11 Aug 2024
Will NEET PG result valid for next year as well?
No. NEET PG 2024 result will be valid for this year only. NBE will upload the result PDF on the official website, nbe.edu.in.
- 11:42 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 qualifying percentile
Candidates will have to score the minimum cut off to qualify for NEET PG 2024 exam. The cut off vary as per the category. Check the qualifying percentile for NEET PG 2024 exam in the table given below:
Category
NEET PG 2024 cutoff qualifying percentile
Unreserved (UR)
50th percentile
SC/ST/OBC
40th percentile
UR PWD
45th percentile
- 10:53 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 result
NEET PG 2024 result date has not been announced yet. However, NBE is expected to release NEET PG 2024 result by August 25, 2024.
- 10:36 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 exam analysis
NEET PG 2024 exam analysis will be provided here based on student reactions. It must be noted NBE doesn't release the question paper and answer key solutions for NEET PG 2024 exam. However some coaching centres are expected to release question paper after exam.
- 9:49 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 exam shift-2 to begin in evening
NEET PG 2024 shift-2 exam will begin at 3: 30 pm. The exam will conclude at 7 pm.
- 8:58 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 Shift 1 Exam to begin soon
NEET PG 2024 exam will begin at 9 am. Candidates will get a separate desktop and questions will be reflected there to answer.
- 7:46 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
What is reporting time for NEET PG 2024 exam?
NEET PG 2024 exam will be held in two shifts. First shift will begin at 9 am. The reporting time is 7 am for shift-1.
- 7:13 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
How many question will be asked in NEET PG 2024 exam?
NEET PG 2024 question paper will comprise 200 multiple choice questions and candidates will get 3.5 hours to answer them. NBE has introduced time bound section where candidates ca't modify answers in previous section.
- 6:21 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
Will NBE release answer key for NEET PG 2024?
No. Official NEET PG 2024 answer key will not be released. However, some coaching institutes will release memory-based question paper and answer key solutions for NEET PG 2024 based on reaction of exam taking students.
- 5:17 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
Can I carry sun glass at NEET PG 2024 centre?
No. candidates can't carry sun glass at NEET PG 2024 centre. Other prohibited items have been listed below:
- Stationery items like textual material notes, writing pad etc
- Any electronic device like mobile phone, Bluetooth, earphones
- Ornaments like bracelets, ring, earrings, nose-pin, chain/necklace, pendants etc
- Other items like wallet, goggles, handbags, belt, cap, gloves etc
- Eatable items like soft drinks, water bottles etc
- 4:11 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
Do I need to carry soft copy of photo identity proofs at NEET PG 2024 centre?
No. The photo identification proof should be original & in hard copy. Candidates can carry PAN card, driving license, Aadhar card, Passport as identity proof at NEET PG 2024 centre.
- 3:19 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
Will NBE release NEET PG 2024 question paper?
No. NBE doesn't release the question paper for NEET PG 2024 exam. "NBEMS explicitly prohibits the candidate, from reproducing, transmitting or publishing any or some contents of this exam," the official brochure says.
- 2:16 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 marking scheme
Candidates will get +4 marks for right answer and -1 for wrong answer. No mark will be awarded or deducted for unanswered questions in NEET PG 2024 exam.
- 1:09 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 Pattern: Highlights
Particulars
Details Mode of the examination
Online Medium of the examination English (only) Duration of the examination 3.5 hours Total marks 800 Number of questions 200 Type of questions Multiple-choice questions Negative marking Yes - 12:14 AM IST• 11 Aug 2024
What is date for NEET PG 2024 result?
NEET PG 2024 result date has not been declared by NBE. However, it is expected to be released by August 25, 2024.
- 11:12 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 exam day schedule
Events Timings
Reporting time for candidates
07:00 AM Last entry for the examination
08:30 AM The candidate gets access to log in window
08:45 AM Candidate allowed to log in
08:50 AM Exam Starts
09:00 AM Exam concludes
12: 30 PM - 10:39 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Can I carry water bottle at NEET PG 2024 centre?
No. Candidates are not allowed to carry any eatables and water bottle. Candidates will be provided the water bottle at centre.
- 10:29 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
SC rejected NEET PG 2024 postponement plea
A petition was filed by candidates for exam postponment, arguing NBE had allotted their centres far from hometown. The Apex Court rejected the plea saying it will trouble 2 lakh candidates.
- 10:20 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 city initiation slip controversy
Many candidates alleged they were allotted exam city thousands of km away from hometown. They requested NBE to change exam centre in the light of huge travelling cost in rainy season. Several medical organisations and MPs also demanded health ministry to consider the request.
- 10:05 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 exam postponed thrice
NEET PG 2024 exam date was postponed thrice in last few months. First exam date was March 3 which was postponed to July 7. Then it was preponed to June 23. A day before exam scheduled on June 23, NBE postponed the exam as precautionary measure in the wake of question paper leak in NEET 2024 exam.
- 9:55 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What is allotted time for NEET PG 2024 exam?
Total allotted time for NEET PG 2024 exam is 3.5 hours. Candidates must note they can't go back to previous section once they exhausts the time limit for that particular section as per new time bound section rule introduced this year by NBE.
- 9:46 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Is there any dress code for NEET PG 2024 exam?
There is no dress code guidelines released by NBE as such. Candidates are advised not to wear sunglass, jwellery, and heavy dresses.
- 9:36 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Can someone carry medicine at NEET PG 2024 exam centre?
Yes. One can carry medicine to NEET PG 2024 centre but he/she needs to carry supporting documents like prescription of doctor.
- 9:26 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Will I be allowed if I reach after reporting time at NEET PG 2024 centre?
Yes. candidates will be allowed till half an hour before commencement of exam. Like for first shift, candidates will not be permitted after 8: 30 pm.
- 9:16 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Can I carry e Aadhar as identity proof at NEET PG 2024 centre?
Yes. You can carry e adhar at NEET PG 2024 centre. But candidate must ensure the aadhaar number and photograph are clearly printed on it.
- 9:07 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Do I need to carry registration document along with NEET PG 2024 admit card?
Yes. Candidates need to carry photocopy of Permanent/ Provisional SMC/MCI/NMC registration which will be retained by official at test centre.
- 9:00 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Will NEET PG 2024 exam be held in offline mode?
No. NEET PG 2024 exam will be held in computer-based mode in 185 test cities at around 500 test centres across the country.
- 8:52 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What is the reporting time for second shift NEET PG 2024 exam?
The reporting time for second shift is 1 pm. Candidates will not be permitted inside examination hall after 2: 30 pm for second shift NEET PG 2024 exam. Candidates are advised to read all instructions given on NEET PG 2024 admit card carefully to avoid any hassles at exam centre.
- 8:44 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Do I need to attempt all questions in NEET PG 2024 exam?
No. Candidates are advised not to attempt all questions as negative marking may prove fatal. One should attempt only those questions where they feel confident of right answers.
- 8:34 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What will be the weightage of questions in NEET PG 2024 exam?
NBE has not announced any weightage for NEET PG 2024 exam officially. Candidates can check the weightage based on students' inputs and experts' calculations in the table given below:
Subject
Section-wise weightage
Part A
Anatomy
16
Physiology
16
Biochemistry
13
Total number of questions from section A
45
Part B
Pathology
17
Pharmacology
13
Microbiology
13
Forensic Medicine
17
Social and Preventive Medicine
5
Total number of questions from section B
65
Part C
General Medicine Including Dermatology & Venereology & Psychiatry
30
General Surgery Including Orthopaedics, Anaesthesia and Radio diagnosis
4
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
20
Paediatrics
3
ENT
30
Ophthalmology
3
Total number of questions from section C
90
- 8:24 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Can I modify question in section A if I have started section B?
No. Candidates can't go back to previous section once he/she exhausts the allotted time. Each section has 42 minutes as allotted time.
- 8:15 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
How many sections will be there in NEET PG 2024 exam?
As per the changed NEET PG 2024 pattern, there will be 5 sections, A to D. Each section will have 40 questions each and allotted time will be 42 minutes. Contrary to last time, candidates can't modify answers in previous section once he/she moves to next section.
- 8:07 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Has NBE changed pattern for NEET PG 2024?
Yes. NEET PG 2024 exam pattern has been changed this time as NBE introduced time bound sections. Candidates will have to exhaust the allotted time for each section only then he/she can go to next section. There will be 5 sections awith 40 questions each. For each section, the allotted time will be 42 minutes.
- 7:58 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What is the marking scheme for NEET PG 2024 exam?
Response Type Marks Awarded Correct answer (+) 4 Incorrect answer (-) 1 No response (unanswered questions) 0 - 7:45 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Do I nee to carry coloured print out at NEET PG 2024 centre?
Yes. Candidates do need to carry coloured printout of NEET PG 2024 admit card at centre. Along with admit car, candidates need to carry other crucial documents like photo identity proof.
- 7:35 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Ho to Download NEET PG 2024 admit card?
- Go to the official website of NBE
- Select "NEET PG"
- Login using the Applicant Login section
- Click on "Download admit card"
- Check the admit card for errors/ spelling mistake
- Download and save the admit card of NEET PG
- 7:25 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024: Dos and Don't
Dos for NEET PG 2024
- Try to reach at exam centre before reporting time menioned on NEET PG 2024 admit card
- Carry print out of admit card, a photo identity proof and photocopy of Permanent/ Provisional SMC/MCI/NMC registration
- Try to reach on time at centre. Candidate is not permitted to make a late entry or exit early from the examination centre
- Each candidate must follow instructions displayed on the computer screen while taking the examination
Don'ts
- Don't carry prohibited items
- Candidates are advised to refrain from tattooing their fingers with henna/colours to avoid difficulties in finger biometric based registration for the test
- Don't carry medicine without supportive medical documents
- Use of any unfair means or improper conduct will lead to debarment of the candidate from the examination
- 7:17 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What not to carry for NEET PG 2024 exam?
- Any stationery item like writing pad, pen drives, eraser, rough paper etc.
- Electronic device like mobile phone, bluetooth, earphones, microphone etc.
- All ornaments (including religious items) like bracelets, ring, earrings, nose-pin etc
- Wallet, goggles, handbags, belt, cap, gloves etc are also not allowed
- Any eatable items are debarred
- 7:08 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What to carry at NEET PG 2024 centre?
Candidates need to carry following items listed below at NEET PG 2024 centre:
- A coloured print out of admit card
- Photocopy of permanent/provisional registration of MBBS qualification
- A valid photo identification proof. The identification proof should be original & in hard copy.
- Candidates can carry below given identity proofs to exam centre
Pan Card
Voter ID
Aadhar card
Driving license
Passport
- 7:00 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 Exam pattern
Particulars
Details Mode of the examination
Online Medium of the examination English (only) Duration of the examination 3.5 hours Total marks 800 Number of questions 200 Type of questions Multiple-choice questions Negative marking Yes - 6:52 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Will NEET PG 2024 question paper be held in Hindi?
No. There is only one language option for NEET PG 2024. The exam will be held in English only.
- 6:46 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 Last Minute Tips
- Arrange your documents including NEET PG 2024 admit card and one of the photo identity proofs in advance
- Plan to reach exam centre at least half an hour before th reporting time mentioned in your admit card
- Take a sleep of at least 7-8 hours
- Don’t think too much about outcome and keep one fact in mind your preparation is the best
- Be positive always
- 6:37 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Will marks be deducted for wrong answer in NEET PG 2024 exam?
Yes. There is a provision of negative marking in NEET PG 2024 exam. For every wrong answer, candidates will get penalty of -1 mark.
- 6:28 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
How many questions will be asked in NEET PG 2024 exam?
A total of 200 multiple choice questions will be asked in NEET PG 2024 exam. Candidates will get 3.5 hours to answer them.
- 6:21 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
I lost my NEET PG 2024 admit card, can I download it again?
Yes. Candidates can download NEET PG 2024 admit card any number of times from the official website. There is no fee involved for downloading the admit card twice or thrice.
- 6:14 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
How one can download NEET PG 2024 admit card?
Candidates can download NEET PG 2024 admit card from the official website, nbe.edu.in by providing login details such as application ID, password, and captcha code.
- 6:07 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What are prohibited items at NEET PG 2024 centres?
Candidates can't carry items which are debarred including electronic items, eatables, ornaments etc. Check the list given below:
- Electronic items such as calculator, pager, mobile phone, bluetooth, earphone
- Any eatable items and water bottles are not allowed
- Ornaments such as bracelets, earring, nosepin, pendants etc
- Stationary items like pen, paper, writing pad
- Other items such as googles, handbags, purse, caps
- 5:59 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What documents will be considered as identity proof at NEET PG 2024 centre?
Documents which will be considered as identity proofs at NEET PG 2024 exam centre are given below:
- Pan Card
- Voter ID
- Aadhar card
- Driving license
- Passport
- 5:52 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
NEET PG 2024 exam guidelines
- Candidates should reach at NEET PG 2024 exam centre before reporting time
- Do carry documents including admit card and one of the photo identity proofs
- Cooperate exam officials at centre
- Pay attentions to instructions given by exam official at exam centre
- Don't carry anything which is debarred at centre including electronic items, eatbles, onaments, purse etc
- Preserve admit card after exam as it will be required at various stages of admission process.
- 5:47 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What documents do I need to carry at NEET PG 2024 centre?
Candidates need to carry a printout of admit card along with one of the photo identity proofs including voter ID, PAN card, driving license etc to NEET PG 2024 exam centre.
- 5:42 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Will NBE conduct NEET PG 2024 in two shifts?
Yes, the exam will be conducted in two shift in 185 test cities across country. The first shift will begin at 9 am while the second shift will begin at 3: 30 pm.
- 5:37 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What is NEET PG 2024 reporting time for shift-1?
The reporting time for shift-1 is 7 am. Check the exam day schedule for shift-1 in the table given below:
Events Timings
Reporting time for candidates
07:00 AM Last entry for the examination
08:30 AM The candidate gets access to log in window
08:45 AM Candidate allowed to log in
08:50 AM Exam Starts
09:00 AM Exam concludes
12: 30 PM - 5:29 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
Will NEET PG 2024 be held in pen and paper mode?
No. NEET PG 2024 exam will be held in computer-based mode. The exam will be conducted in 185 test cities at around 500 test centres across country.
- 5:26 PM IST• 10 Aug 2024
What is exam timing for NEET PG 2024?
NEET PG 2024 exam will begin at 9 am for shift-1. The second shift will begin at 3: 30 pm. Total allotted time for the exam is 3.5 hours.
Q: How many questions are asked in NEET PG exam?
NEET PG exam comprises of 200 multiple choice questions with each question having 4 response options in English language only. Candidates are required to select the correct/best/most appropriate response/answer out of the 4 response options provided in each question. Time allotted is 3 hrs 30 minutes. There is a provision of negative marking in the exam. In the wake of negative marking, candidates are advised to attempt only those questions where they have full confidence of correct answer. Otherwise negative marks may outweigh your overall score.
Q: I marked two answers for a question in NEET PG. One of the answers is correct. Will I get full marks for this question?
Candidates can't mark more than one answer as NEET PG is computer-based exam. Moreover, in the official information brochure, there is no mention of whether candidate will be deducted marks or not for marking two options. NEET PG 2025 exam pattern will be released by National Board of Examinations (NBE). The exam is conducted in computer-based mode. Candidates are provided total 3.5 hours to answer the question paper.
Q: Why solving NEET PG previous years question papers is crucial?
There are many advantages of solving previous years' question papers of NEET PG exam. Candidates can refer to some of the advantages given below:
Q: Do candidates need to answer every question in NEET PG 2024?
No, candidates should answer only those questions where they feel confident about the right answer. The reason being there is a provision of negative marking in the NEET PG 2024 exam. Candidates are advised to choose not to answer rather than marking wrong option. Negative score may take a toll on overall score of a candidate.
Q: Does NBE release question paper for NEET PG?
No. NBE doesn't release the official question paper for NEET PG exam. Candidates are not allowed to reveal the content of the test paper as they have to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) while applying for the exam. Hence, the exact questions asked in the examination can’t be identified. However, some coaching institutes release question paper based on memory of exam-taking students. "The contents of this exam are confidential, proprietary and are owned by NBEMS. NBEMS explicitly prohibits the candidate, from reproducing, transmitting or publishing any or some contents of this exam, : the official brochure says.
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