The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is a pivotal examination for students aspiring to pursue undergraduate medical courses (MBBS/BDS) in India. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), NEET serves as a single entrance test for admission to medical institutions across the country. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the NEET exam pattern, detailed syllabus, essential preparation tips, and resources for effective study.
For the admission in academic session 2024-25, the National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the NATIONAL ELIGIBILITY CUM ENTRANCE TEST (UG) 2024 (NEET 2024) entrance test throughout the country on 5th May 2024 for the admissions to MBBS & BDS courses in India. The result was be declared on NTA website on 14 June 2020. NEET (UG) 2024 is a Pen & Paper-based test, to be answered on the specially designed machine gradable sheet using Ball Point Pen.
Till 2018, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) was conducting the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET). Please note admission to AIIMS is through AIIMS Entrance Exam and JIPMER is through JIPMER MBBS Exam.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) – 2024 throughout the country on 5th May, 2024 in Cities and Centres across India.
NTA declared the result of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) – 2024 on June 2024/July 2024. You can check the NEET UG 2024 result here along with rank and merit list.
In NEET 2024, A total of 13,15,853 candidates have been qualified for the admission out of total 23,33,162 who had appeared for the exam. Of the total qualified students, 7,69,277 are girls, and 5,46,566 boys, and 10 are transgenders. The exam was conducted in 13 languages including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Oriya, Malayalam, Kannada, Punjabi and Urdu. Around 23.33 lakh candidates appeared for the exam held in more than 136 cities. Click here for detailed Highlights of NEET UG 2020 – Candidates Appeared (Gender, Nationality, and Category) and category wise Cutoff.
About NTA NEET 2024 Exam and colleges
NEET (UG) 2024 will be conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to MBBS and BDS Courses in Indian Medical/Dental Colleges and other undergraduate medical courses in approved/recognized Medical/Dental & other Colleges/ Institutes in India under the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) is a common and uniform exam for admission to the undergraduate medical courses in all medical institutions including those governed under any other law. Thus, the admission to MBBS course in All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Education & Research (JIPMER) and all AIIMS like Institutions will also be made through NEET (UG).
National Testing Agency (NTA)
The Ministry of Human Resource development (MHRD), Government of India (GOI) has established National Testing Agency (NTA) as an independent testing organisation for conducting test in order to access the competency of candidates for admission to premier higher education institutions.
The Ministry of Human Resource development (MHRD), Government of India (GOI) has established National Testing Agency (NTA) as an independent testing organisation for conducting test in order to access the competency of candidates for admission to premier higher education institutions.
The responsibility of the NTA is limited to the conduct of the entrance examination, declaration of result and for providing an “All India Rank merit list” to the
- Directorate General Health Service, Government of India for the conduct of counselling for 15% All India Quota Seats and all seats of Deemed Universities/Central Universities/ESIC & AFMC including Delhi University (DU), BHU & AMU and
- for supplying the result to States/other Counselling Authorities.
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Understanding NEET Exam: Detailed Analysis of Exam Pattern, Syllabus, and Preparation Tips
Pattern of NEET UG Exam 2024
The NEET UG will be conducted through one paper containing 200 objective type questions from Physics, Chemistry and Biology (Botany & Zoology) out of which 180 questions will have to be answered. Refer to below table for more information on Pattern of NEET Exam. Exam pattern is same as NEET UG 2024.
National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test NEET (UG) – 2024 will be conducted on 5th May, 2024. The duration of test will be three (03) hours and 20 minutes.
| Particular | Detail |
| Number of Papers | 1 (The NEET Entrance Test shall consist of one paper.) |
| Number of questions: | 200 out of which 180 questions will have to be answered |
| Type of Questions | Objective type questions (four options with single correct answer) from Physics, Chemistry and Biology (Botany & Zoology) |
| Weightage and Negative Marks | Each question carries 4 marks. For each correct response the candidate will get 4 marks. For each incorrect response one mark will be deducted for the total score. |
| Exam or paper mode | Candidates have to be answer on the specially designed machine-gradable sheet using Ball Point Pen provided by CBSE at examination centre only. |
| Duration of test | The duration of test would be 03 hours and 20 minutes |
| Language of the Question Papers | Candidates can opt for Question Paper in either of the following languages – 13 languages including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Oriya, Malayalam, Kannada, Punjabi and Urdu |
| Total Marks | 720 marks |
NEET UG 2024 Section – Wise Marks Distribution
| Subject | Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
| Physics | Section A | 35 | 140 |
| Section B | 15 (10 to be attempted) | 40 | |
| Chemistry | Section A | 35 | 140 |
| Section B | 15 (10 to be attempted) | 40 | |
| Botany | Section A | 35 | 140 |
| Section B | 15 (10 to be attempted) | 40 | |
| Zoology | Section A | 35 | 140 |
| Section B | 15 (10 to be attempted) | 40 | |
| Grand Total | 180 | 720 |
Marking Scheme
- +4 marks for each correct response.
- -1 mark for each incorrect response.
- No marks are deducted for unanswered questions.
| Subject | Numbers of Questions | Questions to Attempt | Marks |
| Physics | 50 | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 50 | 45 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany & Zoology) | 100 | 90 | 360 |
| Total | 200 | 180 | 720 |
- Option of Vernacular languages will only be available as per following details:-
- English and Hindi All Examination Centre Cities
- English and Assamese Examination Centre Cities in Assam
- English and Bengali Examination Centre Cities in West Bengal and Tripura
- English and Gujarati Examination Centre Cities in Gujarat, Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli
- English and Kannada Examination Centre Cities in Karnataka
- English and Marathi Examination Centre Cities in Maharashtra
- English and Odia Examination Centre Cities in Odisha
- English and Tamil Examination Centre Cities in Tamil Nadu
- English and Telugu Examination Centre Cities in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
- English and Urdu All Examination Centre Cities
- Candidates qualifying NEET would be eligible for All India Quota and other quotas under the State Governments/Institutes subject to other eligibility criteria.
Syllabus of NEET UG 2024
The Question Papers for the test shall be based on a Common Syllabus notified by the Medical Council of India. It is also available at https://www.nmc.org.in/.
For more information on NEET UG 2024 Syllabus or Download NEET UG 2024 Syllabus. You can also check out NEET UG past papers.
Exam Centres
Refer to the documents published by NTA.
NEET UG 2024 Schedule – Important Dates
NEET UG 2020 exam is on 3rd May 2024 (Sunday). Refer to the table below for Important dates for NEET UG 2024.
| Particular | Date |
| Schedule for on – line submission of application forms | 9 February 2024 to 9 March 2024 |
| Schedule for successful Payment of online fee | 9 March 2024 |
| On-line correction of data in application form | April 2024 |
| Date of uploading of Admit Cards on website | 4th week of April 2024 |
| Date of Examination, NEET(UG), 2020 | 5th May 2024 |
| Display of OMR Sheet | The date will be intimated on website |
| Display of Answer Key | The date will be intimated on website |
| Declaration of Result | 14 June 2024 |
Seats To Be Filled Through NEET-UG Are Classified In The Following Categories:
Admissions to all seats of MBBS/BDS courses will be done through NATIONAL ELIGIBILITY CUM ENTRANCE TEST (UG), 2024 . The seats are classified in the following categories:
- All India Quota Seats
- State Government Quota Seats
- Central Institutions/Universities/Deemed Universities
- State/Management/NRI Quota Seats in Private Medical / Dental /Ayurveda /Siddha /Unani/Homeopathy Colleges or any Private University
- State/Management/NRI Quota Seats in Private Medical/ Dental Colleges or any Private/ Deemed University
- Central Pool Quota Seats
- All seats including NRI Quota as well as Management Quota, in private unaided/aided minority / non- minority medical colleges
NEET 2024 Eligibility Criteria – NEET UG
Eligibility for appearing in NEET (UG) is as stipulated in Indian Medical Council Act-1956 and the Dentists Act-1948 as amended in 2018.
- He/she has completed age of 17 years at the time of admission or will complete the age on or before 31st December of the year of his/her admission to the 1st year MBBS/BDS Course and other undergraduate courses.
- The upper age limit for NEET (UG) is 25 years as on the date of examination with relaxation of 5 years for the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC-NL category and persons entitled for reservation under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- The Age criteria for appearing in NEET (UG), 2020 is as follows:
- For Candidates of Unreserved Category (UR) & General EWS : born on or between 31.12.2003
- For Candidates of SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD Category: born on or between 31.12.2003
- Indian Citizens/ Overseas Citizens of India intending to pursue MBBS/ BDS from a foreign Medical/ Dental Institute also need to qualify NEET (UG).
NEET has become the first Global Entrance Examination in the country. Following were allowed to appear in NEET-UG, 2024:
- Indian Nationals
- Non Resident Indians (NRIs)
- Overseas Citizen of India (OCIs)
- Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) &
- Foreign Nationals
Eligibility for 15% All India Quota Seats
Indian Nationals, Non Resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Foreign Nationals are eligible for 15% All India Quota Seats.
NEET UG 2024 Application Process : How to Apply
for NEET UG 2024, Candidates can apply ONLY ONLINE.
- Submission of Online Application Form may be done by accessing NTA website www.nta.ac.in / www.ntaneet.nic.in only.
- Candidates must follow the instructions strictly as given in the Information Bulletin and on NTA website. Candidates not complying with the instructions shall be disqualified.
- Instructions for submitting online application and payment of fee are available on website.
- Candidates can pay the fee in the following manner:
- Through any Debit/Credit Card
- Net Banking/UPI or
- e – wallets of different service provider
NEET 2024 Seats – Number of seats in NEET 2024
An All India merit list consisting of the qualified candidates will be prepared on the basis of the marks obtained in the NEET (UG) exam. Candidates will be admitted to MBBS and BDS courses based on the list as per the existing reservation policy.
Note: Admission to MBBS/BDS Courses within the respective categories will be based only on marks obtained in the NEET exam.
As per the information available on Medical Council of India (MCI) & Dental Council of India (DCI) websites, there are 549 medical colleges with approximately 78,333 seats of MBBS and nearly 26,773 seats for BDS are available in 313 Dental colleges. Refer to the below table for Number of seats in NEET 2024.
| Course | Authority | Colleges | Seats |
| MBBS | MCI | 532 | 76,928 |
| BDS | DCI | 313 | 26,773 |
For more details may explore individual or state wise Medical and Dental colleges in India for fees, courses offered, seats, contact details, facilities, rating, ranking and reviews in logon to the websites www.mciindia.org & www.dciindia.org.in.
NEET Seat Reservation policy
Reservation of Seats in Government Medical Colleges Under 15% All India Quota
| SC Candidates | 15% seats |
| ST candidates | 7.5% seats |
| Non-creamy layer OBC candidates only in Central Educational Institutions | 27% |
| Physically Handicapped candidates | 3% seats are reserved on horizontal basis |
5% seats of the annual sanctioned intake shall be filled by candidates falling under Persons with Bench Mark disabilities as per MCI Guidelines/ Regulations in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Admission in State Medical Colleges/Universities/Institutions/private medical colleges for seats other than 15% All India Quota
Admission under State Quota Seats shall be subject to reservation policy and eligibility criteria prevailing in the State/Union Territory
Admission to Deemed Universities/Central Universities/Seats of ESIC and AFMC including BHU & AMU
Admission to Deemed Universities/Central Universities/ESIC including DELHI UNIVERSITY (DU), BHU & AMU will be conducted by DGHS and reservation policy will be as per rules and regulations of the concerned University or Institution. Candidates should register on MCC website for admission to Deemed / Central University/ ESIC and AFMC.
Admission to AFMC, Pune shall be subject to the norms prescribed by the Directorate General of Armed Forces Medical Services, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Candidates who apply for NEET (UG) – 2020 and/or for seeking admission in AFMC will also have to apply to AFMC on www.afmc.nic.in/www.afmcdg1d.gov.in.
NEET UG 2024 Result and Counselling
NEET UG Exam Cut off Marks Category Wise Cut off Percentile
Based on cutoff marks and cutoff percentile in NTA NEET 2024 result, candidates will be shortlisted for the further process for admission into MBBS & BDS courses 2024. There will be state wise cutoff based on the respective category.
This year the NEET cut off is lower than last year. Refer to the table below for details of the candidates qualified the NEET 2018 exam on the basis of the minimum qualifying criteria of NEET-UG, 2018 :-
| Category | Cutoff Qualifying Criteria | NEET Cutoff 2023 | NEET 2018 : Marks Range | NEET 2018 : Number of Candidates Qualified | NEET 2017 : Marks Range | NEET 2017 : Number of Candidates Qualified |
| OTHERS | 50th Percentile | 720-137 | 691 – 119 | 634897 | 697-131 | 543473 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 118 – 96 | 54653 | 130-107 | 47382 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 118 – 96 | 17209 | 130-107 | 47382 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 118-96 | 7446 | 130-107 | 6018 |
| UR & PH | 45th Percentile | 136-121 | 118 – 107 | 205 | 130-118 | 67 |
| OBC & PH | 40th Percentile | 120-107 | 106 – 96 | 104 | 130-107 | 152 |
| SC & PH | 40th Percentile | 120-107 | 106 – 96 | 36 | 130-107 | 38 |
| ST & PH | 40th Percentile | 120-108 | 106 – 96 | 12 | 130-107 | 10 |
| TOTAL | 611739 |
NEET Counselling Dates 2024-25 – For Shortlisted Candidates in NEET 2024 exam
Counselling for seats under 15% All India Quota
The Counselling for successful candidates under 15% All India Quota seats and all seats of Deemed Universities/Central Universities/Seats of Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) & AFMC including Delhi University (DU), BHU, AMU, and AIIMS & JIPMER will be conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee of Directorate General of Health Services, Govt. of India(MCC/DGHS) for Undergraduate Medical Courses.
For MBBS/BDS Courses:
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare: www.mohfw.gov.in and
- Medical Counselling Committee: www.mcc.nic.in
For BAMS/BSMS/BUMS/BHMS Courses:
- Ministry of AYUSH: www.ayush.gov.in
- AYUSH Admission Central Counselling Committee: www.aaccc.gov.in
Counselling and admission other than 15% All India Seats
The counselling for admission to the seats under the control of other States/Universities/Institutions shall be conducted as per the notifications issued separately by the authorities concerned.
For State quota and other seats falling under the ambit of States, candidates may apply to their domicile states and merit list as per State rules and based on All India Rank will be prepared by concerned Counselling Authorities. The counselling for Private Medical Colleges will also be conducted by the concerned State Counselling Authority.
Candidates wishing to apply for admission in State Medical Colleges/Universities/Institutions using merit list of NEET – 2020 shall follow the instructions of the State Government and/or authorities of the medical/dental colleges/Institution/University concerned for counselling.
The details and schedule of counselling would be available on the websites of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Medical Education Directorates of States. Check out individual state Medical council website for information or state counseling and admission pages on our website schoolmykids.com
Check out information on state wise UG Medical courses (MBBS & BDS) Admission counseling for State Quota government seats, NRI Seats and Management Seats.
NEET 2024 Result – NEET Entrance Examinations Result 2024
The candidates who have appeared for the NEET (UG) 2024 exam can check their result here. NTA declared the result of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) – 2024 on 4 June 2024 (July 1, 2024 / 26 July 2024). You can check the NEET UG 2024 result here along with rank and merit list.
The candidates who will qualify in the NEET 2024 exam will be eligible to get admissions to MBBS and BDS courses in the academic session 2024-25.
You can check your NEET results 2024 by following these step
Steps to check NEET result 2024 on official website and Download NEET 2020 scorecard result
- Click on the official link – or visit
- Select the UG NEET Result 2024 link
- Enter your date of birth, roll number, security pin and the captcha text shown on the screen and hit submit
- Check NEET 2024 result and Download the UG NEET 2024 Score Card and take a printout for future reference
NEET Merit List 2024- NEET 2024 Rank List
On the release of the score card of NEET 2024 result and All India Rank , state authorities will prepare and give their merit list. Based on the ranks student gets in the state wise and all over India, colleges will give admission for MBBS & BDS courses.
- NTA will provide All India Rank.
- Result will be given to the DGHS, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Govt of India to provide the same to the Admitting Authorities.
- Admitting Authorities will invite applications for Counselling and merit list will be drawn based on All India Rank by the Admitting Authorities subject to their applicable rules.
NEET 2024 Toppers
The details of the top 25 candidates in CBSE NEET 2018 are as follows:
| All India Rank | Student Name | Gender | Marks Secured | Perecentile Score | State |
Preparation Strategy
Understanding the Exam Pattern:
- Familiarize yourself with the exam structure, marking scheme, and question distribution to devise an effective study plan.
Focus on NCERT Textbooks:
- NCERT textbooks for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are essential for NEET preparation. Ensure thorough understanding and revision of these books.
Practice Previous Years’ Papers:
- Solve previous years’ question papers to understand the exam trend and difficulty level. This helps in identifying important topics and improving time management.
Take Mock Tests:
- Regularly take mock tests to simulate the exam environment, assess your preparation level, and identify areas that need improvement.
Effective Time Management:
- Allocate specific time slots for each subject and stick to the schedule. Practice time-bound solving to enhance speed and accuracy.
Recommended Resources
Free Study Materials:
- NCERT textbooks (Classes 11 and 12)
- Previous years’ NEET question papers available on the official NTA website.
YouTube Channels:
- Physics Wallah: Offers comprehensive video lectures and problem-solving sessions.
- Khan Academy: Provides in-depth explanations of core concepts in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Unacademy NEET: Features live classes, interactive sessions, and detailed topic-wise explanations.
FAQs
Q: What type of questions are asked in NEET?
A: NEET comprises Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) that test the candidate’s knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology based on the NCERT syllabus.
Q: What is the marking scheme of NEET?
A: Each correct answer is awarded 4 marks, while 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer. No marks are deducted for unanswered questions.
Q: How important is the NCERT syllabus for NEET?
A: The NCERT syllabus forms the core of the NEET exam content. Thorough understanding and revision of NCERT textbooks are crucial for scoring well in the exam.
Q: Are there any limits on the number of attempts for NEET?
A: No, there is no limit on the number of attempts for NEET. Candidates can appear for the exam as many times as they wish, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.
Q: How can I manage time effectively during the NEET exam?
A: Practice time-bound solving of previous years’ papers and take regular mock tests to enhance your speed and accuracy. Allocate specific time slots for each section and stick to the schedule during the exam.
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