The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is a national-level entrance exam for admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS), Veterinary, and other medical courses in India. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The exam is held Annually. The mode of the exam is offline. NEET is mandatory for students aspiring to pursue medical and dental programs in government and private colleges across India. The exam covers Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects. It follows multiple-choice question (MCQ) pattern. NEET scores are also used for admissions to AIIMS, JIPMER, and AFMC.
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Entrance Exam
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National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate (NEET-UG)
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Conducted By
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National Testing Agency (NTA)
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Purpose
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Admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other medical courses in India
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Mode of exam
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Offline (Pen & Paper)
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Duration of exam
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3 hours 20 minutes
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Languages
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13 languages (including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, etc.)
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Eligibility Criteria
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✔ Age: Minimum 17 years (No upper age limit)
✔ Education: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English
✔ Minimum Marks:
- General: 50%
- OBC/SC/ST: 40%
- PwD: 45%
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Exam pattern
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✔ Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology)
✔ Total Questions: 200 (180 to be attempted)
✔ Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for wrong answer
✔ Total Marks: 720
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Exam frequency
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Held Once a Year (Usually in May)
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Application Mode
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Online via neet.nta.nic.in
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Application Fees
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- General (UR): ₹1,700
- General-EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹1,600
- SC/ST/PwD/Transgender: ₹1,000
- Candidates Outside India: ₹9,500
Fee is Non-Refundable.
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Payment Mode
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Online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
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Helpline Numbers
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- 011-40759000
- 011-69227700
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Email address
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neetug2025@nta.ac.in
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NEET Syllabus (Based on NCERT 11th & 12th)
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Biology (50% weightage)
- Class 11: Diversity of Life, Cell Structure, Plant & Animal Physiology, Biomolecules, Ecology
- Class 12: Genetics, Evolution, Biotechnology, Human Health, Environment
Chemistry (25% weightage)
- Class 11: Basic Concepts, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium
- Class 12: Electrochemistry, Surface Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Polymers, Biomolecules
Physics (25% weightage)
- Class 11: Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Gravitation, Work & Energy, Thermodynamics
- Class 12: Current Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics, Semiconductors
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Best Preparation Strategies
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- Follow NCERT Books – 80-85% of NEET questions come from NCERT.
- Solve Previous Year Papers – Helps in understanding question trends.
- Mock Tests & Time Management – Take regular tests to improve speed & accuracy.
- Focus on High-Weightage Topics – Genetics, Human Physiology, Organic Chemistry, Electrodynamics.
- Revise Regularly – Create short notes & flashcards for quick revision.
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Official Website
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neet.nta.nic.in
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Important Dates
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Events
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Dates
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Application Form Release
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February 7, 2025
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Last Date to Submit Application
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March 7 , 2025
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Correction Window
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March 9 – 11, 2025
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Exam City Intimation Slip Release
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April 26 , 2025
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Admit Card Release
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May 1 , 2025
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NEET 2025 Exam Date
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May 4 , 2025
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Result Declaration
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June 14 , 2025
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Counselling Registration Start
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July , 2025
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Choice Filling & Locking
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July , 2025
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Round 1 Seat Allotment
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July , 2025
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Round 1 Reporting to Colleges
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July , 2025
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Round 2 Counselling
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August , 2025
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Mop-up Round
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September , 2025
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Stray Vacancy Round
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October , 2025
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Counselling and Admission
All NEET Qualified candidates must apply for the counselling.
It is mandatory for all Indian Medical Aspirant to qualify NEET UG exam to remain eligible to get admission under MBBS course. Even if a candidate wants to study MBBS outside India, still he/she has to qualify the NEET UG exam.
Role of NTA is limited to conduct the NEET exam and provide score & All India Rank. After qualifying NEET UG exam, candidate has to apply for the respective State Counselling to get admission into the State Government Medical Colleges or Private Colleges of that State. Or candidates can apply for Central Counselling conducted by MCC to get admission into Central Universities/Central Government Medical Colleges or Deemed Medical Colleges.
There is no provision for Direct Admission in MBBS course without counselling.
The step-by-step process of counselling and admission is given below:
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Step 1: Qualify NEET-UG – Clear the NEET-UG exam with required cutoff marks.
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Step 2: Register for Counselling – Apply for All India Quota (AIQ) counselling via MCC (for 15% seats) or State Counselling (for 85% state quota seats).
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Step 3: Choice Filling & Seat Allotment – Select preferred colleges and lock choices. Seats are allotted based on rank, category, and availability.
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Step 4: Document Verification – Submit required documents (NEET scorecard, 12th marksheet, ID proof, etc.).
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Step 5: Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation – Pay the admission fees and confirm the seat.
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Step 6: Reporting to College – Join the allotted college and begin classes.
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Documents Required for MBBS Admission:
- NEET-UG Admit Card & Scorecard
- Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets & Certificates
- Birth Certificate (for age proof)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (for state quota seats)
- ID Proof (Aadhar Card/Passport/Voter ID)
- Passport-size Photographs (as per guidelines)
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Allotment Letter (issued during counselling)
- Migration & Transfer Certificate (if required)
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