Single entrance examination for admission to undergraduate medical (MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS) courses in all medical institutions in India including AIIMS and JIPMER.
Single entrance examination for admission to undergraduate medical (MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS) courses in all medical institutions in India including AIIMS and JIPMER.
| Exam Name | NEET UG Examination |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR |
| Language of Exam | English, Bengali, Hindi (State-specific) |
| Official Website | https://neet.nta.nic.in |
All dates are based on the latest recruitment notifications released by National Testing Agency (NTA).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Application Window | February - March |
| Examination Date | First Sunday of May |
Pen & Paper (OMR): 200 Questions (attempt 180 questions, 720 Marks, 200 mins). Physics (45), Chemistry (45), Biology (90). Marking: +4 for correct, -1 for wrong.
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies / GK | 40 MCQs | 40 Marks | 90 Minutes (1.5 Hours) |
-0.25 Mark per incorrect |
| Arithmetic & Numerical Aptitude | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks | ||
| English Language | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks | ||
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes | 1/4th Penalty |
100 MCQs screening test covering General Studies, Arithmetic and English.
Descriptive written test in English & Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali (Report, Summary & Translation).
Computer typing speed (20 wpm in English or 10 wpm in Bengali) qualifying in nature.
Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English. Minimum age 17 years at time of admission.
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years (as on Jan 1 of exam year) | SC/ST: +5 yrs, OBC: +3 yrs, PwD: +5 yrs |
| Educational Qualification | Madhyamik (10th Standard) Pass from WBBSE or recognized Board | Equivalent recognized boards accepted |
| Technical Qualification | Basic Computer Operation & Typing Knowledge | Qualifying test conducted post Part-II |
| Nationality | Citizen of India | Standard GoI & State residency rules apply |
Core physics, chemistry, botany, and zoology from class 11 and 12 NCERT curriculum.
Official category-wise cut-off scores from recent exam cycles (out of 100 in Part-I):
| Category | 2024 Cut-Off | 2023 Cut-Off | 2020 Cut-Off | Expected 2026 Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 68.50 | 65.00 | 65.00 | 72+ |
| OBC-A | 62.00 | 58.50 | 58.00 | 65+ |
| OBC-B | 64.50 | 61.00 | 60.50 | 68+ |
| SC | 56.00 | 52.00 | 48.50 | 60+ |
| ST | 44.50 | 40.00 | 32.00 | 48+ |
| EWS | 59.00 | 55.50 | - | 62+ |
Practice full-length tests matching the exact exam pattern with bilingual questions and instant rank analysis.
10 Total Tests • 2 Free Tests • English, Hindi
| Year & Paper Title | Stage | Language | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET UG Examination Previous Year Solved Paper | Prelims / Tier 1 | English & Hindi | Practice CBT PDF ⬇ |
Authentic TCS-iON / NTA style examination interface with countdown timer, question palette and instant answer key review.
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