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What is NEET?
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is a national-level medical entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate medical programs including MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BHMS, BSMS, BUMS, and BSc Nursing across over 612 medical colleges in India (government, private, and deemed universities). It serves as the single gateway for medical admissions, replacing multiple state-level exams, and is mandatory for Indian students seeking MBBS/BDS abroad.
NEET 2025 aligns with the National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines, emphasizing NCERT-based preparation and fair access to seats under All India Quota (AIQ) and state quotas. Over 23 lakh candidates appeared in 2024, with 13 lakh qualifying, highlighting its competitiveness.
NEET 2025 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of Exam | Pen-and-Paper (Offline) |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BHMS, BSMS, BSc Nursing |
| Exam Duration | 180 minutes (3 hours) |
| Total Questions | 180 (compulsory) |
| Total Marks | 720 |
| Negative Marking | Yes (-1 for wrong answer) |
| Participating Colleges | 612+ (approx. 1,09,000 MBBS seats) |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | February 7, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | February 7, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 7, 2025 |
| Correction Window | March 9–11, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | April 30, 2025 |
| Exam Date | May 4, 2025 (Sunday, 2 PM–5 PM) |
| Provisional Answer Key | May/June 2025 |
| Final Answer Key | June 14, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | June 14, 2025 |
| Counselling Start | July 2025 |
NEET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizens, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, foreign nationals eligible
- Age Limit: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2025; no upper age limit
- Educational Qualification:
- Passed Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL; 45% for General-PwD)
- Appearing students eligible (must pass before counseling)
- Attempts: No limit on attempts
- Reservation: As per Government norms (detailed in Phase 5)
NEET 2025 Application Form: Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit neet.nta.nic.in
- Click on “New Registration – NEET (UG) 2025”
- Fill personal details and generate Application Number & Password
- Log in and complete the form:
- Personal & academic details
- Choose 4 exam city preferences
- Select medium of question paper (13 languages)
- Upload scanned photograph (with name & date), signature, left-hand thumb impression, Class 10 certificate
- Pay application fee online
- Download confirmation page (mandatory for future reference)
NEET 2025 Application Fees
| Category | Fee in India (₹) | Fee Outside India (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1,700 | ₹9,500 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹1,600 | |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹1,000 |
Document Specifications for Upload
| Document | Format | Size | Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passport-size Photograph | JPG | 10–200 KB | White background, name & date printed |
| Postcard-size Photograph | JPG | 50–300 KB | 4"×6", name & date |
| Signature | JPG | 4–30 KB | Black ink on white paper |
| Left-hand Thumb Impression | JPG | 10–200 KB | Blue ink on white paper |
| Class 10 Certificate | 50–300 KB | — | |
| Category / PwD Certificate (if applicable) | 50–300 KB | — |
Application Correction Window & Exam Centres
- Correction Window: 2–3 days in March 2025 (most fields editable except mobile/email)
- Exam Mode: Pen-and-paper (OMR sheet)
- Medium Available: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu
- Exam Cities: 550+ across India + 14 international centres (Dubai, Kuwait, etc.)
NEET 2025 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Section | Total Questions | Questions to Attempt | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Section A | 35 | 35 | 140 |
| Section B | 15 | 10 | 40 | |
| Chemistry | Section A | 35 | 35 | 140 |
| Section B | 15 | 10 | 40 | |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | Section A | 70 | 70 | 280 |
| Section B | 30 | 20 | 80 | |
| Total | 200 | 180 | 720 | |
Marking: +4 for correct, –1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted
NEET 2025 Detailed Syllabus
100% based on NCERT Class 11 & 12 syllabus.
- Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electrodynamics, Optics, Modern Physics, SHM & Waves
- Chemistry:
- Physical: Mole Concept, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Electrochemistry
- Organic: GOC, Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules, Polymers, Chemistry in Everyday Life
- Inorganic: p-Block, Coordination Compounds, Chemical Bonding
- Biology:
- Botany: Plant Physiology, Genetics, Ecology, Reproduction
- Zoology: Human Physiology, Genetics & Evolution, Reproduction, Biotechnology, Ecology
Best Books for NEET 2025 Preparation
| Subject | Book | Author/Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Concepts of Physics | H.C. Verma |
| Physics | Objective Physics | DC Pandey (Arihant) |
| Chemistry | Physical Chemistry | Narendra Awasthi |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | M.S. Chauhan |
| Chemistry | Inorganic Chemistry | VK Jaiswal |
| Biology | Trueman’s Objective Biology | Trueman Publication |
| Biology | MTG Fingertips Biology | MTG |
| Practice | 33 Years NEET Chapter-wise Solved Papers | Disha / Arihant |
| Mock Tests | Aakash / Allen / Resonance Test Series | — |
How to Download NEET 2025 Admit Card
- Visit neet.nta.nic.in
- Click “Admit Card – NEET (UG) 2025”
- Enter Application Number, DOB & Security Pin
- Download and print on A4 sheet (colour preferred)
- Paste passport-size photo in the space provided
NEET 2025 Exam Day Instructions
- Report by 11:30 AM (gates close 1:30 PM)
- Carry: Admit card + passport photo + valid photo ID (Aadhaar preferred)
- Allowed: Black/blue ball-point pen (provided at centre), PwD certificate if applicable
- Prohibited: Mobile, calculator, watch, food, metallic items
- Dress code: Light clothes, half sleeves, no badges/jewellery
NEET 2025 Result & Tie-Breaking Rules
- Result: June 14, 2025
- Score card shows: Marks, Percentile, All India Rank (AIR), Category Rank
- Tie-Breaker (in order):
- Higher marks in Biology
- Higher marks in Chemistry
- Higher marks in Physics
- Less negative responses
- Older candidate
NEET 2024 Cut-off (Expected 2025 Similar)
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Score Range (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 50th | 720–162 |
| OBC/SC/ST | 40th | 161–127 |
| General-PwD | 45th | 161–144 |
State-wise Top Medical Colleges Accepting NEET 2025 Score with Cutoff & Approx. Fees (General Category)
| State | Top College | 2024 Cutoff Rank (State Quota) | Approx. Annual Fee (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Alluri Sitarama Raju Academy of Medical Sciences | 5,000–10,000 | 60,000 |
| Bihar | Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences | 8,000–15,000 | 20,000 |
| Delhi | Maulana Azad Medical College | 100–500 | 4,000 |
| Karnataka | Bangalore Medical College | 2,000–5,000 | 50,000 |
| Kerala | Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 1,500–4,000 | 25,000 |
| Maharashtra | Grant Medical College, Mumbai | 1,000–3,000 | 1,00,000 |
| Tamil Nadu | Stanley Medical College, Chennai | 3,000–7,000 | 18,000 |
| Telangana | Osmania Medical College | 2,500–6,000 | 60,000 |
| Uttar Pradesh | King George's Medical University, Lucknow | 1,200–4,000 | 45,000 |
| West Bengal | Medical College, Kolkata | 4,000–9,000 | 50,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Indian students need to qualify NEET for MBBS/BDS in foreign medical colleges recognized by NMC.
Yes, Class 12 appearing students are eligible if they pass before counseling.
No, only minimum 17 years.
No limit.
50% in Class 12 PCB.
₹1,700 (India centres).
Yes, 2-3 days in March 2025.
Yes, -1 for wrong answer.
13 languages including English/Hindi.
June 14, 2025.
50th percentile (expected 720-164 marks).
4 rounds: AIQ, State, Deemed, Stray Vacancy.
₹10,000 for General, ₹5,000 for reserved.
Mandatory at reporting.
Reserved for domicile candidates in government colleges.
Yes, for state quota seats.
States like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu allow in private colleges.
1,09,000+ in 2025.
Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh (around 400-500 marks).
Yes, 90% questions from NCERT Class 11-12.
Start from Class 11; 1 year intensive for droppers.
NTA may conduct if issues like OMR errors.
Yes, same exam for dental seats.
Yes, BAMS/BHMS/BUMS.
Spot rounds or next year attempt.
₹10-25 Lakh per year.
Yes, service bond in many states like UP, Bihar (1-2 years post-MBBS).
Lower, around 200-300 marks.
No, state quota fixed by domicile.
