The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is a highly competitive exam for medical aspirants in India. Here's an overview:
NEET UG Exam Pattern:
Mode |
Offline (pen-paper based) |
Duration |
3 hours |
Questions |
180 multiple-choice questions |
Sections |
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology) |
Language |
English, Hindi, and other regional languages |
Marking scheme |
+4 for correct answers, -1 for incorrect answers |
NEET UG Syllabus:
Physics |
Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics, and more |
Chemistry |
Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, and more |
Biology |
Botany, Zoology, Ecology, Genetics, and more |
NEET UG Eligibility:
Age |
17 years (as on December 31 of the exam year) |
Qualification |
10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English |
Percentage |
Minimum 50% marks in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC) |
NEET UG Application Process:
Registration |
Online registration on the official website |
Application form |
Fill and submit the application form |
Fee payment |
Pay the application fee online |
Document upload |
Upload required documents (photograph, signature, etc.) |
NEET UG Important Dates:
Notification |
Typically released in December |
Application start |
January-February |
Application end |
March-April |
Exam date |
May-June |
Result declaration |
June-July |
NEET UG Counseling:
MCC (Medical Counseling Committee) |
Conducts counseling for 15% All India Quota seats |
State counseling |
Conducted by respective state authorities for state quota seats |
NEET UG Participating Institutes:
Government medical colleges |
Participate in NEET UG counseling |
Private medical colleges |
Participate in NEET UG counseling |
Deemed universities |
Participate in NEET UG counseling |
NEET UG Preparation Tips:
Start early |
Begin preparation at least 1-2 years before the exam |
Create a study plan |
Make a schedule and stick to it |
Focus on weak areas |
Identify and improve weak subjects/topics |
Practice mock tests |
Take regular mock tests to assess performance |
Stay motivated |
Stay positive and motivated throughout the preparation journey |