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National Eligibility cum Entrance
Test is a national level exam conducted by the National Testing Agency for
admission to undergraduate medical courses such as MBBS, BDS in medical
colleges across India.
Full Form |
National Eligibility cum Entrance Test |
Conducting
Authority |
National Testing Agency |
Exam Level |
Undergraduate Exam at National Level |
Exam
Duration |
Three hours |
Types of
Questions |
MCQ’s |
Exam Frequency |
Once a Year |
Exam Mode |
Offline or Pencil Based Test |
Total
Questions |
180 |
Official
Website |
Physics: It contains topics such as mechanics, thermodynamics,
optics, modern physics, etc.
Chemistry: Organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical
chemistry.
Biology: Zoology and Botany covering topics from cell biology,
human physiology, genetics, ecology, etc.
General/OBC/: 1700
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender: 900
NRI/Foreign Candidates: 10,000
The registration process starts
in January and ends in March. The last date is usually provided on the official
NEET website for each year. It is important to check the official notification
for special dates.
The candidates who wants to
appear in this exam should have class 12 from a recognized board with Physics,
Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.
Minimum Marks:
General category: At least 50%
marks in the PCB group.
OBC/SC/ST category: At least 40%
marks in the PCB group.
PwD candidates: At least 45%
marks.
In first step the candidates need
to fill out the NEET application form online.
In second step the candidate
appear for the NEET exam and conducted once a year in offline mode.
In third step the national testing
agency release the NEET results with scores and ranks.
In fourth step the candidate will
participate in the counselling process for admission into medical colleges. It have
three rounds of counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee and
respective state bodies.
In fifth step the candidates report
to the allocated college for document verification and admission.
All Institute of Medical Sciences
Post Graduate Institute of
Medical Education and Research
Banaras Hindu University
King George’s Medical University
Maulana Azad Medical College
Lady Hardinge Medical College
Jawaharlal Institute of
Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
Aakash Institute
Allen Career Institute
Resonance
FIITJEE
Career Point
Bansal Classes
Tata Institute of Fundamental
Research
Vibrant Academy
You should start at least 6
months to a year before the exam.
You should study according to the
syllabus and avoid irrelevant topics.
Allocate time to each subject on
the basis of your strengths and weaknesses.
You should focus on understanding
the concepts.
You should practice mock tests to
build speed and accuracy.
You should revise regularly and
focus on important topics.
You should follow a balanced diet
and good sleep are important for mental and physical well-being.
Ques. When
is NEET conducted? |
Ans. The NEET exam is conducted once a year
usually in May. |
Ques. Can
I appear NEET for exam after class 12? |
Ans. Yes, NEET can be attempted after the
completion of class 12 or its equivalent exam. |
Ques. Is
NEET required for BDS admission? |
Ans. Yes, NEET is compulsory for admission in BDS
course as well. |
Ques. What
is the NEET cut-off? |
Ans. The cut-off NEET depends on the difficulty
of the exam, number of candidates, and availability of seats. |
Ques. Is
there any age limit for NEET? |
Ans. The minimum age to appear in the NEET is 17
years and maximum age is 25 years but 30 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates. |
Ques. How
can I improve my NEET score? |
Ans. You should focus on understanding the
concept, solving papers, and taking regular mock tests to improve speed and
accuracy. |
Ques. Can
I use calculators in the exam? |
Ans. No, the use of calculators or any electronic
device is prohibited in the NEET exam. |