NTA NEET: A Comprehensive Guide to India’s Premier Medical Entrance Exam
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for medical and dental students in India.
Here the guide will cover all the aspects of NTA NEET regarding its significance, structure, and preparation suggestions for this exam.
What is NTA NEET?
NTA Neet is a path for students who want to take admission as medical or dental students in India. The student can apply for MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical field admissions through this exam.
NTA Neet is mandatory for all medical private and government medical colleges or universities.
Now, according to Indian Ministry, “NAT will only conduct medical-related exams like NEET.”
NTA NEET Exam Structure and Pattern
We have given a detailed article on exam structure and pattern, but here we describe a summary. The breakdown will be as follows:
- Subjects Covered: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology).
- Total Questions: 200 questions, of which 180 need to be attempted.
- Marks Distribution: 720 marks total; biology carries 360 marks, while physics and chemistry each carry 180 marks.
- Question Type: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with four options.
- Marking Scheme: +4 for a correct answer, -1 for an incorrect answer, and 0 for unanswered questions.
- Duration: 3 hours and 20 minutes.
Eligibility Criteria​
To appear for NEET, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Age: Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year; upper age limit varies for different categories.
- Qualification: Must have passed or appeared in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.
- Minimum Marks: General category: 50%, OBC/SC/ST: 40%, PwD: 45%.
Key Features of NTA NEET
Result Validity: NEET scores are valid for one academic year within India but can be extended for three years for admissions abroad.
Single National-Level Exam: Unifies medical entrance tests across India.
Multilingual Exam: Offered in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, and regional languages.
Computer-Based Testing (CBT): Ensures accuracy and reduces human errors.
