Neet Medical
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NEET (UG)
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) - UG, formerly known as the All India Pre-Medical Test (AIPMT), is a national-level medical competitive exam conducted for undergraduate Medical (MBBS), Dental (BDS), AYUSH (BAMS), BUMS, BHMS, and nursing programmes across prestigious medical institutions in India and abroad. NEET is administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India. The results are provided to the Directorate General of Health Services and State Counselling Authorities for seat allocation.
Eligibility Criteria for NEET (UG):
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing for their 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board with Physics, Biology/Biotechnology, and Chemistry as main subjects. They must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks for the unreserved category and 40% for OBC/SC/ST and PWD categories in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology at the qualifying examination.
Age Eligibility
Candidates should have completed 17 years of age at the time of admission or will complete that age on or before 31st December of the year of admission to the first year of the undergraduate medical course. In other words, the candidate, regardless of category, should have been born on or before 31.12.2007. There is no upper age limit for applying to NEET(UG).
Number of Attempts
There is no cap on the number of attempts for NEET. Candidates can appear for the exam as many times as they wish, provided they meet the educational qualification criteria.
Exam Pattern
NEET is a pen-and-paper-based exam (offline) consisting of 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with a single correct answer. Candidates must attempt 180 out of 200 questions. The subjects covered are Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology). Each subject contains two sections, A and B. Section A consists of 35 mandatory questions, while Section B contains 15 questions, out of which 10 are compulsory. The total duration of the exam is 3 hours 20 minutes. Each correct answer is awarded 4 marks, and one mark is deducted for each incorrect answer (negative marking).
Mode of Examination NEET (UG)
NEET is conducted as a Pen & Paper-based Test. Candidates are required to answer the exam on a specially designed machine gradable OMR sheet using a Ball Point Pen provided at the Centre.
Latest Reduced Syllabus NEET (UG) - 2024
The NEET syllabus aligns with the NCERT curriculum of classes 11 and 12 for Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology. It encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, including fundamental concepts, theories, and practical applications drawn from the syllabi of standard XI & XII.