NEET 2022 Live Updates (July 17): Check Question Paper Analysis, Review, Answer Key, Expected Cutoff Here!

Dubai had the highest number of NEET candidates from the category of 'Candidates Outside India'. The number stood at 646. On the other hand, Bangkok, Thailand saw the lowest turnout in the international cities where NEET 2022 was conducted, with six candidates appearing for the test. 

As per the data released by the Ministry of Education, Jaipur saw the largest number of test-takers, which was 52,351. On the other hand, the lowest number of candidates appeared in West Sikkim, which was 105.

As per the experts' reviews and student reactions, NEET 2022 has been termed as a moderate to tough test. The overall difficulty was similar to that of last year. Physics was the toughest section followed by Chemistry. Biology was the easiest section. Higher weightage was given to Class 12 chapters and topics of the NEET 2022 syllabus. 

The question paper codes for NEET 2022 were Q, R, S and T. Including the subsets, there were a total of 24 NEET 2022 question paper sets, which are as follows:

• NEET 2022 Question Paper Set Q - Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, Q5, Q6
• NEET 2022 Question Paper Set R - R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6
• NEET 2022 Question Paper Set S - S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
• NEET 2022 Question Paper Set T - T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, T6

NEET 2022 has concluded at 5.20 pm. Candidates have to submit their OMR sheets along with the admit card to the invigilators. After submitting, they have to sign the attendance sheet again to mark their complete attendance. In case anybody misses signing the sheet before leaving the hall, their exam sheet may be considered invalid by the exam authorities. 

The candidates have reached halfway mark for the NEET 2022 exam as the first 100 minutes are over. Invigilators have made candidates sign on the attendance sheet and they had to paste their passport size colour photograph. For security purpose, the entire exam is being video recorded by NTA. 

Finally, the moment has arrived as the clock struck 2! The NEET 2022 exam has begun. As the first bell was rung, the invigilators instructed candidates to open the test booklet to bring out the NEET 2022 question paper and OMR sheet and start answering the questions. Candidates were earlier instructed to write their personal details such as names and roll numbers on the OMR sheet to save time. 

With 15 minutes left for the exam to begin, the invigilators have distributed the NEET 2022 question papers to the candidates. Test-takers have to ensure that the booklet is sealed and should not open it unless instructed by the invigilators, and after the first bell rings. The exam is set to begin at 2 pm.

As the reporting time gets over, the NEET 2022 exam centre gates are closed at 1.30 pm. No candidates will be allowed to enter the centre after this. 

Candidates will be offered fresh N-95 masks before entry. In order to stop the chances of any UFM being used in the exam, they have to dispose of the masks worn by them earlier and use the one given at the centre.

Candidates' temperatures are monitored at the Registration Room using Thermo Guns. In case it is found that body temperature is higher than the COVID-19 norms, candidates will have to appear for the test from a separate room or an isolation room.

Candidates belonging to any particular religious faith which impacts their dressing, such as wearing burqa, turbans, caps, etc. had to report an hour earlier than the stipulated time to get themselves frisked and checked properly by the security officials.

The NEET 2022 exam centre reporting process started at 12.20 pm. The gates opened and candidates started entering the exam hall. Security officials are allowing entry after verifying the NEET 2022 admit card, Self-Declaration Undertaking and valid photo identity card. They are also ensuring that the social distancing protocols are maintained. 

NTA has released the COVID-19 advisory or safety protocols to be followed at centre:

• Practice social distancing

• Use N-95 mask throughout the duration spent at the centre

• Use hand sanitiser frequently

• Cover mouth and nose while coughing or sneezing

NTA has given the guidelines on NEET 2022 dress code separately for male and female candidates. The dress codes are as follows:

• Full sleeve clothes are not allowed
• Clothes should be simple and should not have zips, pockets, huge buttons, etc.
• Metallic/non-metallic jewellery has to be avoided
• Jackets or coats are not allowed
• Shoes, boots, or any covered footwear are not allowed. Candidates are advised to wear slippers or open-toed sandals
• Metallic/non-metallic jewellery has to be avoided
• Dressing directly related to any particular religious faith will have an exception.

Candidates will be allowed to carry the following items to the NEET exam centre:

• Personal transparent water bottle

• Additional photograph to be pasted on the attendance sheet, which should be the same as that printed on the admit card

• Admit Card, Self Declaration Undertaking and Photo Identity Card among mandatory documents

Candidates will not be allowed to carry any personal belongings, electronic items or gadgets such as mobile phone, watch, calculator, stationary items, food items, etc. to the centre. The list is given below:

• Personal belongings including electronic devices

• Stationary items or books

• Food items or drinks other than water (unless a candidate is diabetic or has any health condition)

• Jewellery or accessory

A number of candidates have been allotted an exam centre located at far away distance, which has created inconvenience for candidates. NTA has not responded to candidates’ requests to reallocate their centres.

Candidates have to carry their NEET 2022 admit card, a valid photo identity card such as Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID Card/Driving License/Class 12 Board Exam Admit Card as mandatory documents to the centre. They must also carry 2-3 coloured passport size photographs to be pasted on the attendance sheet.

NEET 2022 will be conducted from 2 pm to 5.20 pm in Indian Standard Time (IST). The centre reporting time is 12.30 pm. The gates will close at 1.30 pm. Beyond this time, no candidates will be allowed to enter the exam centre.

Candidates from Assam, Maharashtra and other flood-affected stress are facing distress. They have expressed their stress and anxiety over the social media platforms regarding their plight.