05-03-2025
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2025 is the gateway for students aspiring to pursue MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and other medical courses in India. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), NEET is the only entrance exam for undergraduate medical programs in the country.
As the application deadline of March 7, 2025, approaches, medical aspirants must ensure they complete the registration process in time. Here’s everything you need to know about the NEET UG 2025 application process, exam pattern, eligibility criteria, and preparation strategies.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | February 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 7, 2025 (11:50 PM IST) |
| Correction Window Opens | March 9, 2025 |
| Correction Window Closes | March 11, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | May 1, 2025 |
| NEET UG 2025 Exam Date | May 4, 2025 |
| Result Announcement (Tentative) | June 2025 |
| Counseling Process Begins | July 2025 |
Before applying for NEET UG 2025, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by NTA:
✅ Age Limit: Minimum age 17 years as of December 31, 2025.
✅ Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as core subjects.
✅ Minimum Percentage Required:
🚫 No Upper Age Limit: As per the latest rules, there is no upper age limit for appearing in NEET UG.
The application process for NEET UG 2025 is completely online. Follow these steps to complete your registration:
1️⃣ Visit the official website – neet.nta.nic.in.
2️⃣ Click on ‘New Registration’ and create your account with basic details.
3️⃣ Fill out the application form – Enter personal, educational, and contact details.
4️⃣ Upload scanned documents – Photograph, signature, and required certificates.
5️⃣ Pay the application fee – Use a debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
6️⃣ Review & Submit – Double-check all details before final submission.
7️⃣ Download the confirmation page for future reference.
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,700 |
| General-EWS/OBC-NCL | ₹1,600 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | ₹1,000 |
Note: International candidates have a higher fee structure.
The NEET UG 2025 exam will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode (offline). The question paper consists of 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), out of which candidates must answer 180.
| Subject | Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Section A | 35 | 140 |
| Section B | 15 (attempt any 10) | 40 | |
| Chemistry | Section A | 35 | 140 |
| Section B | 15 (attempt any 10) | 40 | |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | Section A | 70 | 280 |
| Section B | 30 (attempt any 20) | 80 | |
| Total | - | 180 (out of 200) | 720 |
📌 Marking Scheme
✅ +4 marks for each correct answer
❌ -1 mark for each incorrect answer
🔹 No marks deducted for unattempted questions
The NEET UG 2025 syllabus is based on NCERT Class 11 and 12 textbooks for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Below is a subject-wise breakdown:
🔹 Class 11 – Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics, Work-Power-Energy, Gravitation
🔹 Class 12 – Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Electromagnetic Waves, Optics, Modern Physics
🔹 Class 11 – Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Equilibrium, Thermodynamics
🔹 Class 12 – Electrochemistry, Surface Chemistry, Organic Compounds, Polymers
🔹 Class 11 – Diversity of Life, Human Physiology, Plant Physiology
🔹 Class 12 – Reproduction, Genetics & Evolution, Biotechnology, Ecology
📖 Tip: Focus on NCERT textbooks as most questions are based on them.
✅ Follow a Study Schedule – Allocate time for each subject and stick to a timetable.
✅ Revise NCERT Thoroughly – Almost 85-90% of the NEET questions are directly from NCERT.
✅ Solve Previous Year Papers – Understand the pattern and important topics.
✅ Take Mock Tests – Improve time management and accuracy.
✅ Make Short Notes – Jot down key formulas, reactions, and diagrams for quick revision.
✅ Stay Healthy – Maintain a balanced diet and sleep cycle to keep your mind fresh.
🔹 Admit Card Release Date – May 1, 2025
🔹 Documents to Carry – Admit Card, Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar, Passport, or School ID), Passport-Size Photograph
🔹 Items Not Allowed – Electronic devices, jewelry, stationery, wallets, and bags
🔹 Reporting Time – At least 1 hour before the exam start time
🔹 Result Declaration – Expected in June 2025
🔹 All India Rank (AIR) – Based on marks obtained in the exam
🔹 Counseling Process – Conducted by MCC for AIQ (15% seats) and state authorities for State Quota (85% seats)
With the NEET UG 2025 exam date set for May 4, aspirants must complete their application by March 7, 2025. Missing the deadline means waiting another year, so register early and start preparing now!
Stay focused, stay determined, and give your best! 💯🚀
