NEET Overview
NEET (UG) is the single national entrance exam for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS, BVSc & AH and B.Sc Nursing at government and private colleges in India. Seats are filled through MCC counselling (all-India quota, deemed and central universities) and state counselling.
Exam mode, dates and syllabus can change - check neet.nta.nic.in for the latest information bulletin.
| Full form | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) |
| Conducting body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam level | National |
| Mode | Pen and paper (OMR) |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Total marks | 720 |
| Official website | neet.nta.nic.in |
NEET Important Dates
| Event | Date / timing |
|---|---|
| Registration | February to March |
| Admit card | April / May |
| Exam | May (first Sunday, usually) |
| Result | June |
| MCC and state counselling | July onwards |
Typical timeline based on previous years - exact dates are in the NTA information bulletin.
NEET Eligibility
- Minimum age 17 years on or before 31 December of the admission year.
- Passed or appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology / Biotechnology and English.
- Minimum marks in PCB: 50% (General), 40% (SC / ST / OBC) - relaxed as per rules for other categories.
NEET Exam Pattern
| Total questions | 180 |
| Total marks | 720 |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Question type | Multiple choice (4 options) |
| Marking | +4 for correct, -1 for wrong answer |
| Languages | English, Hindi and many regional languages |
Section-wise structure
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 90 | 360 |
NEET Syllabus
Physics
Mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, electrostatics, current electricity, magnetism, optics, modern physics (Class 11 and 12).
Chemistry
Physical, organic and inorganic chemistry as per the NMC syllabus.
Biology
Diversity of living organisms, cell biology, plant and human physiology, genetics and evolution, reproduction, biotechnology, ecology.
How to Apply for NEET
- Register on neet.nta.nic.in and create your login.
- Fill in the application form with Class 10 / 12 details.
- Upload photo, signature and documents and pay the fee.
- Download the admit card and appear in the exam.
- Register for MCC (all-India) and state counselling after the result.
NEET Preparation Tips
- NCERT Biology line by line is the foundation.
- Solve previous 10 years NEET papers.
- Take full-length OMR-based mocks to build speed.
- Revise Chemistry named reactions and Physics formulae regularly.
Colleges Accepting NEET
NEET FAQs
Is NEET compulsory for MBBS?
Yes. Admission to MBBS and BDS in India is only through NEET (UG) score and counselling.
How many attempts are allowed in NEET?
The exam rules do not set a fixed attempt limit; confirm age and other rules in the latest bulletin.
Is there negative marking in NEET?
Yes, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
How can I get NEET counselling?
Use the Call, WhatsApp or Email buttons on this page to talk to the StudyGalaxy counselling team.
Exam dates, pattern and eligibility can change every year. Please confirm on the official website before applying.