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What is NEET UG?
NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate courses) is a national-level medical entrance exam conducted for admission to MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH courses across India.
Who conducts NEET UG?
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responsible for conducting the NEET UG exam every year.
When is NEET UG conducted?
NEET UG is usually conducted once a year, typically in May. The exact date is announced by NTA beforehand.
Is NEET UG conducted online or offline?
NEET UG is conducted in offline mode (pen-and-paper based) at various exam centres across India.
What is the exam pattern of NEET UG?
The exam consists of 180 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany & Zoology). The duration is 3 hours 20 minutes.
What is the marking scheme for NEET UG?
Each correct answer awards +4 marks, and each incorrect answer deducts 1 mark. Unattempted questions carry zero marks.
What are the eligibility criteria for NEET UG?
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English. Minimum aggregate marks vary by category.
Is there any age limit to appear for NEET UG?
The minimum age is 17 years by December 31 of the admission year. There is no upper age limit for general category candidates.
How many attempts are allowed for NEET UG?
There is no restriction on the number of attempts for appearing in NEET UG.
In which languages is NEET UG conducted?
NEET UG is offered in 13 languages including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
Can a student appearing in Class 12 apply for NEET UG?
Yes, students appearing in Class 12 or equivalent exam in the current year are eligible to apply.
What is the application fee for NEET UG?
The application fee varies by category, generally around ₹1,600 for General, ₹1,500 for OBC/SC/ST, and ₹900 for PwD candidates (subject to change).
Can the NEET UG application form be corrected after submission?
Yes, a correction window is provided by NTA where candidates can make limited corrections in their application form.
What documents are required on the NEET UG exam day?
Candidates must carry their admit card, valid photo ID proof, passport-size photograph, and a ballpoint pen.
How is the NEET UG result declared?
Results are declared on the official NTA website. Candidates can download their scorecards using their application number and date of birth.
What is the qualifying percentile for NEET UG?
For the general category, it is the 50th percentile. For SC/ST/OBC, it is the 40th percentile, and for PwD candidates, it is 45th percentile.
How is the NEET UG counselling conducted?
Counselling is conducted separately for All India Quota (15%) by MCC and for State Quota (85%) by respective state authorities based on NEET ranks.
Can NEET UG scores be used for admission to AIIMS and JIPMER?
Yes, from 2020 onwards, admissions to AIIMS and JIPMER MBBS courses are through NEET UG only.
What is the syllabus for NEET UG?
NEET UG syllabus covers Physics, Chemistry, and Biology topics from Class 11 and 12 NCERT textbooks.
Is coaching necessary to crack NEET UG?
Coaching can be helpful but is not mandatory. Many candidates have succeeded through self-study using NCERT and standard reference books.

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