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NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) 2026

The single-window national entrance examination for admission into undergraduate medical (MBBS), dental (BDS), AYUSH (BAMS/BHMS), and veterinary seats in all prestigious institutions including AIIMS, JIPMER, and State Government Medical Colleges.

Exam Architecture
Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Total Marks: 720 Marks
Duration:
Negative Marking: +4 for correct, -1 mark penalty for incorrect answer
Exam Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper OMR)
Expected Vacancies: 1,08,915+ MBBS Seats & 27,868 BDS Seats across 706 Medical Colleges
Official Portal: exams.nta.ac.in ↗
Average Pay / Package: Stipend: ₹40,000 - ₹95,000 during Junior Residency; Doctor Salary: ₹1.2L - ₹3.5L/mo
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Eligibility Criteria & Age Relaxations

Educational Qualification: Class 12th Board / equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects with minimum 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC). No upper age limit cap per Supreme Court ruling.

Category-Wise Age Limit & Attempts

Reservation Category Relaxation / Permitted Attempts
General Minimum 17 Years, No Upper Age Limit
OBC NCL Minimum 17 Years, No Upper Age Limit (50% to 40% aggregate criteria)
SC ST Minimum 17 Years, No Upper Age Limit (40% aggregate)
PwD Minimum 17 Years, 45% aggregate in PCB
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Access structured foundation and mastery modules for NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) with comprehensive syllabus coverage, high-yield topics, and standard book recommendations in multiple languages:

Foundation (Basic) 🌐 English

NEET UG Medical Foundation Blueprint: 100% NCERT Physics, Chemistry & Biology Preparation Guide

NEET UG comprises 180 questions (720 marks) across Physics (180), Chemistry (180), and Biology (360). Biology contributes 50% of the total score and must be mastered line-by-line from Class 11 and 12 NCERT textbooks, supplemented by high-frequency numerical practice in Physics and Physical Chemistry.

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Core Mastery (Intermediate) 🌐 English

NEET UG 700+ Score Strategy: High-Yield Biology Chapters, Physics Problem Drills & Mock Analysis

Scoring 700+ in NEET UG requires perfect 355+ in Biology, 170+ in Chemistry, and 165+ in Physics. The intermediate breakthrough relies on active error analysis notebooks, mastering 10-year PYQ trap patterns, and solving full 200-minute timed mock tests under simulated exam hall pressure.

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Foundation (Basic) 🌐 हिन्दी

नीट यूजी (NEET UG) संपूर्ण तैयारी गाइड: एनसीईआरटी आधारित भौतिकी, रसायन एवं जीवविज्ञान अध्ययन योजना

नीट यूजी परीक्षा 720 अंकों (180 प्रश्न) की होती है जिसमें जीवविज्ञान 360 अंक (50%), भौतिकी 180 अंक और रसायन विज्ञान 180 अंक का होता है। हिंदी माध्यम के छात्रों के लिए कक्षा 11 एवं 12 की हिंदी एनसीईआरटी पुस्तकें संपूर्ण पाठ्यक्रम का आधार हैं।

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Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

Exam Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper OMR) • Duration: 3 Hours 20 Minutes (200 Mins)
Total Score: 720 Marks
Negative Marking: +4 for correct, -1 mark penalty for incorrect answer
Total 200 Questions (Candidates attempt 180 Questions). Subject breakdown: Physics (45 Qs / 180 Marks), Chemistry (45 Qs / 180 Marks), Botany (45 Qs / 180 Marks), Zoology (45 Qs / 180 Marks). Section A has 35 mandatory questions; Section B has 15 questions (attempt any 10). Total Marks: 720.
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Official Syllabus Breakdown

Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electrodynamics, Optics, Modern Physics, Semiconductor Devices. Chemistry: Physical Chemistry (Chemical Kinetics, Equilibrium), Inorganic Chemistry (Coordination Compounds, Periodic Table), Organic Chemistry (Biomolecules, Named Reactions). Biology: Human Physiology, Genetics & Evolution, Plant Physiology, Cell Structure, Ecology & Environment (100% NCERT focused).
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Previous Years' Cut-off Trends

Category-wise qualifying scores from previous editions:

2025 Cutoff

General UR 720-164
OBC SC ST 163-129
UR PwD 163-146

2024 Cutoff

General UR 720-164
OBC SC ST 163-129
UR PwD 163-146
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Recommended Books & Resources

Standard references recommended by previous rankers:

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NCERT Biology Class 11 & 12 (Line by Line)
By NCERT • Verified Syllabus Edition
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Concepts of Physics (Vol 1 & 2)
By Dr. H.C. Verma • Verified Syllabus Edition
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Objective Chemistry for NEET
By Dr. O.P. Tandon • Verified Syllabus Edition
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age limit and attempt limit for NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)?

The general age limit is between 17 and 25 years. Category relaxations apply: OBC candidates receive +3 years relaxation, SC/ST candidates receive +5 years, and PwD candidates receive +10 years.

What is the marking scheme and negative marking in NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)?

The total marks are 720 Marks. Negative marking penalty: +4 for correct, -1 mark penalty for incorrect answer.

How often is NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) conducted, and where can I verify the official schedule?

NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is conducted Once a Year by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates should always check the official authority portal (https://exams.nta.ac.in/NEET/) for verified registration opening and examination calendar notifications.

What are the recommended books and study material for NEET UG?

Aspirants must focus on standard NCERT textbooks, followed by authoritative reference books such as Laxmikanth, HC Verma, or standard previous year solved papers (PYQs).

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