NEET UG
NEET UG
NEET UG is a national-level entrance exam in India conducted for admission into undergraduate medical courses like MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and other allied health programs. It is the single qualifying exam for medical admissions in India. The exam is conducted once a year in offline mode (pen and paper) and includes Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from the Class 11 and 12 syllabus. Students who qualify NEET UG become eligible for admission to government and private medical colleges across India based on their rank and cutoff.
NEET UG is one of the most important and competitive entrance examinations in India for students aspiring to build a career in the medical field. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission into undergraduate medical courses such as MBBS, BDS, AYUSH courses (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS), and other allied medical programs in recognized institutions across India.
The exam is conducted once a year in offline (pen-and-paper) mode and is based on the NCERT syllabus of Class 11 and Class 12. It includes three major subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany & Zoology). Biology carries the highest weightage, making it the most crucial subject for aspirants.
NEET UG serves as a single entrance gateway for medical admissions in India, replacing multiple state-level and institutional exams. Based on NEET scores and ranks, students are allotted seats in government, private, and deemed medical universities through centralized counseling processes such as All India Quota (AIQ) and state counseling.
The exam is highly competitive, with lakhs of students appearing every year for a limited number of seats, making preparation strategy, conceptual clarity, and consistent practice extremely important. A good NEET UG rank not only ensures admission to a reputed medical college but also plays a key role in shaping a successful medical career.
NEET UG – Eligibility Criteria (Block)
NEET UG eligibility is defined by NTA for students who want admission in MBBS, BDS, and other medical courses in India.
- Nationality: Indian Citizens, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs & Foreign Nationals are eligible
- Qualification: Must have passed or appearing in Class 12 (or equivalent)
- Subjects Required: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology + English
- Minimum Marks:
- General: 50% in PCB
- OBC/SC/ST: 40% in PCB
- PwD: 45% in PCB
- Age Limit: Minimum 17 years at the time of admission (no upper age limit currently as per latest rule)
- Attempt Limit: No restriction on number of attempts (as per current NTA guidelines)
NEET UG Exam Pattern (Marks + Subjects + Timing)
NEET UG is conducted in offline mode (pen & paper) and includes Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
| Subject | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Section A + B | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | Section A + B | 45 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | Section A + B | 90 | 360 |
| Total | 180 Questions | 720 Marks |
Timing
- Duration: 3 Hours 20 Minutes (200 minutes)
- Mode: Offline (OMR Sheet)
- Marking Scheme:
- +4 for correct answer
- -1 for wrong answer
- 0 for unattempted
NEET UG – How to Apply
- Visit official NEET UG registration website (NTA portal)
- Click on “New Registration” and create login ID
- Fill personal details (name, DOB, mobile, email)
- Complete academic information (Class 10 & 12 details)
- Select exam city and preferred language
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression)
- Pay application fee online (UPI, card, net banking)
- Submit form and download confirmation page
- Take printout for future reference
