NEET Exam 2025: Complete Guide for Medical Aspirants
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is India’s single national-level medical entrance examination for admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, BVSc & AH courses. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), NEET ensures a transparent and merit-based admission process.
What is NEET Exam?
NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is mandatory for students seeking admission to undergraduate medical and allied health science courses in India and abroad. It replaced multiple state-level entrance exams to bring uniformity in medical admissions.
- MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery
- BDS – Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- AYUSH courses (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS)
- BVSc & AH – Veterinary Sciences
- Foreign medical universities (for Indian students)
NEET Exam Pattern
NEET is conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode using OMR sheets. The paper consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 90 | 360 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
Biology carries the highest weightage (50%), making it the most scoring section in NEET. NCERT-based preparation is strongly recommended.
NEET Exam Timing
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Reporting Time | 11:00 AM |
| Last Entry | 1:30 PM |
| Exam Time | 2:00 PM – 5:20 PM |
NEET Age Limit & Eligibility
- Minimum age: 17 years as on 31st December of admission year
- Upper age limit: No upper age limit
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English
NEET Qualifying Marks
| Category | Percentile | Approx. Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 50th | 137 – 720 |
| OBC / SC / ST | 40th | 107 – 136 |
| UR – PwD | 45th | 121 – 136 |
Conclusion
NEET is the gateway to medical education in India. A clear understanding of the exam pattern, eligibility, and qualifying marks helps aspirants prepare strategically and confidently.
