NEET INFORMATION
Complete guide to age limit, qualification requirements, minimum percentage, number of attempts, and NRI eligibility for NEET 2024 — prescribed by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
180Q
Total Questions
3.0hrs
Exam Duration
706+
Medical Colleges
1.08L+
MBBS Seats
720
Maximum Marks
About NEET
What is NEET?
NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is the single national entrance examination for admission to medical and dental undergraduate courses across India, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
National Eligibility cum Entrance Test
NEET-UG is the gateway to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BSMS, BUMS, and BHMS courses in all government and private medical colleges in India. It replaced all state-level and institution-level medical entrance exams, making it the single most important examination for aspiring doctors in the country.
Conducted annually by NTA, NEET tests students on Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany + Zoology) at the Class 11 and 12 level. Over 20 lakh students appear for the exam each year, competing for approximately 1.08 lakh MBBS seats across the country.
Key Facts at a Glance
- Full Name: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate)
- Conducted By: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Courses: MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BSMS, BUMS, BHMS
- Frequency: Once a year (typically May)
- Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper based)
- Medium: 13 languages including Hindi & English
- Applicants per year: 20+ Lakh students
Exam Structure
NEET Exam Overview
Understanding the exam structure is key to preparing an effective strategy. Here’s a complete breakdown of how NEET is structured.
Total Questions
180 (180 to attempt)
Section A: 35 Qs · Section B: 15 Qs per subject
Maximum Marks
720
4 marks for each correct answer
Duration
3 hrs 00 min
200 minutes total exam time
Negative Marking
-1 per wrong
One mark deducted per incorrect answer
Subjects
3 Subjects
Physics · Chemistry · Biology (Botany + Zoology)
Exam Mode
Offline
Pen & paper based, OMR sheet
Step by Step
Admission Process to Medical Institutes
Understanding the exam structure is key to preparing an effective strategy. Here’s a complete breakdown of how NEET is structured.
Registration
1. Apply & Register for NEET
Fill out the official NEET application form on the NTA website during the registration window. Upload required documents including photo, signature, and Class 10/12 certificates. Pay the application fee online.
Examination
2. Appear for the NEET Exam
Download your admit card and appear for the offline NEET exam at your allotted centre. The exam consists of 180 questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for a total of 720 marks.
Results
3. NEET Result & Score Card
NTA publishes results and score cards on the official website. Your score determines your All India Rank (AIR) which is used for counselling in both central and state quota seats.
Counselling
4. MCC Counselling (AIQ Seats)
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts centralised counselling for 15% All India Quota seats, 100% seats in Central Universities (AIIMS, JIPMER, etc.) and Deemed Universities. Register, fill choices, and participate in seat allotment.
State Counselling
5. State Quota Counselling
Separate counselling is conducted by each state for 85% state quota seats in government colleges and all seats in state private colleges. Students must register with their respective state authority.
Admission
6. Document Verification & Seat Confirmation
Report to the allotted college with original documents for verification — Class 10 & 12 marksheets, NEET scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), ID proof, and passport-sized photographs. Pay fees to confirm your seat.
Key Dates
NEET 2024 Medical Institutes
Keep track of these critical dates in the NEET 2024 calendar to ensure you never miss a deadline.
Application Opens
February 2024
Online registration on NTA portal
Last Date to Apply
March 2024
With late fee after deadline
Admit Card Release
April / May 2024
Download from NTA website
NEET Exam Date
May 5, 2024
2:00 PM – 5:20 PM (IST)
Result Declaration
June 2024
Score card on NTA portal
MCC Counselling
July – October 2024
Multiple rounds of seat allotment
Seat Distribution
NEET Seat Quota Distribution
NEET seats in government medical colleges are distributed across different quota categories. Understanding this helps you plan which counselling to register for.
15%
All India Quota (AIQ)
Centrally managed by MCC. Open to students from all states. Includes AIIMS, JIPMER & central universities.
85%
State Quota
Managed by each state’s counselling authority. Typically reserved for students who are domiciles of that state.
100%
Private / Deemed Colleges
All seats in private medical colleges and deemed universities are filled through NEET scores via MCC or state counselling.
Medical Colleges
Types of Medical Colleges Under NEET
NEET scores are accepted by all categories of medical institutions across India. Here is a breakdown of the different types of colleges you can apply to.
College Type
Examples
Quota
Approx. Seats
Government Medical Colleges
State GMCs, Regional Medical Colleges
AIQ + State
~55,000+
AIIMS (All India)
AIIMS Delhi, Jodhpur, Patna, etc.
AIQ Only
~1,900+
JIPMER
JIPMER Puducherry, Karaikal
AIQ Only
~250+
Private Medical Colleges
State-level private institutions
State + MCC
~45,000+
Deemed Universities
Manipal, Amrita, Sri Ramachandra, etc.
MCC Deemed
~12,000+
Central Universities
AMU, BHU, Delhi University
AIQ Only
~500+
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NEET 2024 Quick Facts
- Exam Mode - Offline (OMR)
- Total Marks - 720
- Questions - 180 (attempt 180)
- Duration - 3 hrs 0 min
- Correct Answer = +4 marks
- Wrong Answer = -1 mark
- Languages - 13 Languages
- Conducted by - NTA
NEET Resources
- NEET Information
- NEET Eligibility
- NEET Syllabus
- NEET Paper Pattern
- NEET Reference Books
- NEET Preparation Tips
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