Purpose
NEET UG is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admissions to undergraduate medical (MBBS) and dental (BDS) courses, as well as other undergraduate medical courses like Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS) in India.
Conducting Authority
The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing for the 12th standard (or equivalent) examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology as subjects.
- Minimum Marks: Candidates must have scored at least 50% in their qualifying examination (40% for SC/ST candidates).
- Residency: Candidates must be Indian nationals or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI).
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 17 to 25 years old as of December 31, 2025.
- Number of Attempts: Candidates can attempt the exam up to three times in consecutive years.
Exam Schedule
- Registration: Begins on January 15, 2025, and ends on March 31, 2025.
- Admit Card: Available from April 1, 2025.
- Exam Dates: The exam will be held on May 5, 2025.
- Result: Announced on May 12, 2025.
- Online Counselling and Seat Allocation: Begins on May 12, 2025.
Application Process
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the NTA NEET website (neet.nta.nic.in).
- Register: Complete the registration process by entering the required details.
- Fill the Application Form: Fill out the NEET UG application form and upload scanned documents.
- Pay the Application Fee: Pay the fee using credit/debit cards or net banking.
- Submit the Form: Submit the application form and print a hard copy for future reference.
Application Fee
- General Category Candidates: ₹1,500
- SC/ST/PwD Candidates: ₹750
- Female Candidates: ₹1,000
Exam Pattern
- Mode: Pen-and-Paper (OMR-based) Test
- Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes (200 minutes)
- Total Questions: 200 multiple-choice questions
- Total Marks: 720 marks
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Medium: English and Hindi
Syllabus
The syllabus is based on the Class 11 and 12 curriculum. Here are the main subjects and topics covered:
Physics
- Units and Measurements
- Kinematics
- Laws of Motion
- Work, Energy, and Power
- Motion of System
- Gravitation
- Thermodynamics
- Kinetic Theory
Chemistry
- Structure of Atoms
- Classification of Elements
- Periodicity in Properties
- Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
- Thermodynamics
- Equilibrium
- Hydrocarbons
- Coordination Compounds
- Haloalkanes
- Electrochemistry
Biology
- Diversity in Living World
- Structural Organisation in Plants and Animals
- Plant Physiology
- Cell Functions
- Reproduction
- Genetics and Evolution
- Human Physiology
- Ecology and Environment
- Biology in Human Welfare
Preparation Tips
- Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus and focus on the important topics.
- Create a Study Plan: Allocate time for each subject and stick to your schedule.
- Practice Previous Year Papers: Solve previous year question papers to understand the exam pattern and difficulty level.
- Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to assess your preparation and improve your speed and accuracy.
- Focus on Concepts: Strengthen your understanding of fundamental concepts rather than rote learning.
- Seek Guidance: Consider joining coaching classes or seeking guidance from teachers and mentors.
- Stay Healthy
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This post is super helpful for students looking to apply for NEET UG 2025. The clear explanation of eligibility and application timeline is exactly what I needed. Do you think there will be any changes to the counselling process this year?