One of the toughest exams in India for students looking to get admission into medical courses like MBBS and BDS is the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts NEET, the entrance exam for admission into the best medical colleges in the country. Here is all you need to know about NEET 2025 including important dates, eligibility requirements, syllabus, and study tips.
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NEET 2025 Exam Overview
| Exam Name | NEET (UG) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Purpose | Admission to MBBS, BDS, and other medical courses |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen-and-Paper) |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours |
| Exam Date | May 4, 2025 ( Sunday) |
| Exam Time | 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM (IST). |
Important Dates for NEET 2025
| Notification Release | February 9, 2025 |
| Application Start | February 7, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 7, 2025 |
| Correction Window | March 9-11, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | By 1 May 2025 |
| Exam Date | May 4, 2025 (Sunday) |
| Time of Exam | 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM (IST). |
| Result Declaration | June 14, 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
Citizenship Requirements
- The candidate must be an Indian citizen, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, or Foreign Nationals.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 17 years as of December 31, 2025.
- Maximum Age: No upper age limit.
Educational Qualifications
| Category | Eligibility Criteria |
| General/EWS | 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology in Class 12 |
| OBC-NCL/SC/ST | 40% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology in Class 12 |
| PwD | 45% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology in Class 12 |
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) (India) | Fee (₹) (Outside India) |
| General | 1700 | 9500 |
| OBC-NCL/EWS | 1600 | 9500 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | 1000 | 9500 |
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Exam Pattern
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
| Physics | 45 | 4 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 4 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 90 | 4 | 360 |
| Total | 200 | 4 | 720 |
- Negative Marking: -1 for each incorrect answer.
- Duration: 3 hours
- Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper based).
Syllabus
The NEET syllabus includes topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology of Class 11 & 12 based on NCERT textbooks.
- Physics: Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics, Optics, Electrostatics, etc.
- Chemistry: Organic Chemistry, Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, etc.
- Biology: Genetics, Human Physiology, Ecology, Cell Structure, etc.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for NEET (UG) 2025:
- Visit the official website: neet.nta.nic.in
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form with personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and address proof.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Exam Centers in India
- Delhi
- Mumbai
- Kolkata
- Chennai
- Bengaluru
- Hyderabad
- Patna
- Guwahati
Candidates can choose their preferred exam center while filling out the application form.
Selection Process
- Candidates must secure a minimum qualifying percentile based on their category.
- NEET scores determine admission to medical colleges through counseling by MCC and state authorities.
- The merit list will be prepared based on NEET scores.
Result
- The result will be declared on the official NTA website.
- Candidates can download their scorecards using their login credentials.
- The All India Rank (AIR) and category-wise cutoff will be published.
Important Web-Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Download |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
What is the starting date to apply for NEET (UG) 2025?
The application process is expected to begin in March 2025.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submission will be in April 2025.
What is the mode of the NEET exam?
The exam is conducted offline in Pen-and-Paper mode.
What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?
The fee for SC/ST candidates is ₹1000.
When will the exam be conducted?
The exam is tentatively scheduled for May 2025.
