The NEET-UG Exam
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test — NEET, is the national level entrance test held for admissions to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, BVSc and AH degree programmes. The NEET-UG is conducted all over India by the National Testing Agency (NTA), which is an organisation set up by the Ministry of Human Resource Development. NTA also conducts various other entrance examinations, such as AIAPGET and GPAT. The NEET-UG is conducted in the offline (pen-paper based) mode.
NEET-UG 2021 - Important Updates
The NEET-UG 2021 is expected to be conducted on May 2, 2021. At present, there is no update by the authorities regarding any changes in the exam. However, students can expect a change in the syllabus as CBSE has already modified the syllabus for classes XI and XII.
- The pattern, mode of exam, marking scheme, distribution of marks, duration, etc. will mostly remain the same.
- As of now, no changes in the eligibility criteria have been announced.
- The NEET-UG is the only qualifying exam to get admission in MMBS, BDS, AIIMS, JIPMER, etc.
- The NEET-UG 2020 session has been delayed due to COVID-19. As a result, the counselling process has also gotten delayed. Currently, the NEET-UG counselling for the 2020 session is in process and will be concluded by December 31, 2020.
- Students can expect a delay of a month or two in the NEET-UG 2021 session.
Eligibility Criteria
Prior to applying for the NEET-UG, candidates must note the eligibility criteria set by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Only those applicants who meet the given eligibility criteria will be allowed to appear for the examination. Students must go through all the details before making an application.
- The candidate must be a citizen of India, OCI (Overseas Citizen of India), or NRI.
- The candidate must have completed and passed their class XII examinations with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as mandatory subjects and from a recognised board of India.
- The students who are already in class XII can also apply for the NEET-UG. They are required to show their passing certificates with the required percentage of marks to gain admission into medical and dental institutions.
- The minimum percentage of marks obtained by the applicant in class XII varies depending on the category.
The minimum and maximum age limit for NEET-UG is mentioned below.
- The lower age limit for aspiring candidates of NEET-UG must be 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year. For example, students appearing for NEET-UG 2021 and are 16 years of age are eligible because they will complete 17 years of age by December 31, 2021. The year of admission will be 2021.
- 25 years is the upper age limit for candidates of the General Category.
- 30 years is the upper age limit for candidates of the Reserved Category and PwD.
Exam Pattern for NEET-UG
The NTA is expected to release the NEET-UG pattern for 2021 tentatively in December 2020.
Given below is the pattern based on previous years' NEET-UG.
Subject-wise Syllabus for NEET-UG 2021
The NEET-UG comprises of three subjects – Physics, Chemistry and Biology. NEET-UG syllabus 2021 largely overlaps with that of class XI and class XII. Due to the disruption in education by COVID-19, the authorities are considering a 30% reduction in the existing syllabus of NEET-UG. Details on this announcement are awaited and yet to be confirmed.
The subject-wise syllabus is given below.
Physics
Class XI
- Physical world and measurement
- Kinematics
- Laws of Motion
- Work, Energy and Power
- System of Particles and Rigid Body
- Gravitation
- Properties of Bulk Matter
- Thermodynamics
- Behaviour of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory
- Oscillations and Waves
Class XII
- Electrostatics
- Current Electricity
- Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism
- Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents
- Electromagnetic Waves
- Optics
- Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation
- Atoms and Nuclei
- Electronic Devices
Chemistry
Class XI
- Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry
- Structure of Atom
- Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
- Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
- States of Matter: Gases and Liquids
- Thermodynamics
- Equilibrium
- Redox Reactions
- Hydrogen
- s-Block Element (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals)
- Some p-Block Elements
- Organic Chemistry
- Hydrocarbons
- Environmental Chemistry
Class XII
- Solid State
- Solutions
- Electrochemistry
- Chemical Kinetics
- General Principles - Processes of isolation of elements
- Surface Chemistry
- p-Block Elements
- d and f Block Elements
- Coordination Compounds
- Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
- Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers
- Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acid
- Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen
- Biomolecules
- Polymers
- Chemistry in Everday Life
Biology
Class XI
- Diversity in Living World
- Structural Organization in Animals and Plants
- Cell Structure and Function
- Plant Physiology
- Human Physiology
Class XII
- Reproduction
- Genetics and Evolution
- Biology and Human Welfare
- Biotechnology and Its Applications
- Ecology and environment
NEET-UG 2021 Exam Centres
A student has to choose the exam centre while filling the NEET-UG 2021 application form. They have to choose three exam cities out of the 155 options available. The selection must be made in decreasing order of preference. Selecting the right NEET-UG 2021 exam centre is essential, as it may affect the performance of the examinee. The following factors must be noted while choosing the exam centre of NEET-UG 2021.
Proximity:
All applicants are advised to select the exam city, which is closest to them. Additional travel on the day of the examination can be an added inconvenience and may cause panic/anxiety that can deter the examinee's performance.
Language:
The regional language option is available only in limited exam centres for NEET-UG 2021. Thus, the candidates must keep in mind their preferred medium for NEET-UG 2021 while choosing the test centre.
Candidates can find the list of stat-wise exam centres mentioned below.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Andhra Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh
Assam
Bihar
Chandigarh
Chhattisgarh
Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Daman and Diu
Delhi/New Delhi
Goa
Gujarat
Haryana
Himachal Pradesh
Jammu and Kashmir
Jharkhand
Karnataka
Kerala
Ladakh
Lakshadweep
Madhya Pradesh
Maharashtra
Manipur
Meghalaya
Mizoram
Nagaland
Odisha
Puducherry
Punjab
Rajasthan
Sikkim
Tamil Nadu
Telangana
Tripura
Uttar Pradesh
Uttarakhand
West Bengal
NEET-UG Registration Process
The following documents are mandatory for the process of NEET-UG registration.
- Candidate's Class X mark sheet
- Candidate's Class XII mark sheet
- A scanned copy of candidate's passport-sized photograph
- A scanned copy of candidate's signature
- A scanned copy of candidate's postcard size photograph
- A scanned copy of candidate's left-hand thumb impression
- Candidate's valid ID proof
The Aadhaar card number is not mandatory to register for the NEET-UG exam. Foreign candidates must provide their Passport Number as an ID Proof.
The acceptable ID proofs are given below.
- For Indian Nationals: Aadhaar Number (last four digits), Class XII Roll Number, Election Card (EPIC Number), Ration Card Number, Bank Account Passbook with Photograph, Passport Number or Number of any other Photo-Identity Card issued by the Government.
- For NRIs: Passport Number, Aadhaar Number (last four digits)
- For Foreign Nationals/OCI/PIO: Passport Number
How to fill the NEET-UG Application online?
Step 1: Registration
Students must begin by generating their login credentials, i.e. NEET-UG Registration Number and Password. The following steps will help students fill the application form.
Read the instructions carefully and click on the 'Apply Online' button. The information to be filled in the application form is mentioned below.
- Name (as per the ID Proof)
- DOB (as per the ID Proof)
- Parents' Name (as given in the High School Certificate)
- Nationality
- Category
- Permanent Address
- Birth Certificate
- Religion
- Minority Status
- Disability Status
- Year of passing class XII
- Percentage/Marks in class XII/X
- District
- Question Paper Language
- Qualifying Exam Code
- School Education Board
- Self Declaration
- Aadhaar Card Details
- Passport Details
- Ration Card Number
- Bank Account Details
- Father/Mother/Guardian's Qualification, Occupation, Income
- Once you click on the 'Final Submit' button, you will not be allowed to change any details. Hence, candidates are advised to review their application form carefully.
Step 2: Uploading Scanned Images
- Post successful filling of the application form, you will be issued NEET-UG Login credentials. Enter them in the space provided and sign in again to complete the NEET-UG Application.
- The next step is scanning and uploading the candidate's Passport size Photo, Post Card size Photo, Signature, Left-hand thumb impression and Class X Passing Certificate (all in JPG format) in the form as per the guidelines stated below.
Step 3: Payment of NEET-UG Application Fee
- Applicants must pay the application fee through UPI App/ E-wallet/Debit card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
- Service/processing charges per transaction and GST (applicable at the rate of 18%) to be paid by the candidate.
- The application fee of NEET-UG 2021 is as follows:
- ₹ 1500 for General candidates
- For General – EWS and OBC candidates
- ₹ 1400 for SC/ ST/ PwD
- ₹ 800 for transgender candidates.
- For online payment, service/processing charges will also be paid by the candidate along with the Service Tax in addition to the examination fee.
- After the final payment of the fee, the form cannot be withdrawn. Any claims for refund of the application fee will not be further entertained.
Step 4: Download Confirmation Page
- If your application status shows 'Confirmed', it means your application is accepted by the exam authorities.
- Take a print out of NEET-UG 2021 Application Form as well as of the confirmation page.
Helpline Numbers for NEET-UG
NEET-UG 2020 Cut-off for MBBS/BDS
The NEET-UG 2020 Cut-off for MBBS/BDS is as given below.
NEET-UG 2020 AIQ: Opening and Closing Ranks
The opening and closing ranks of NEET-UG 2020 All India Quota are mentioned below.
NEET-UG Cut-off for Top Medical Colleges
The NEET-UG Cut-off for top medical colleges in India is given below.
Reservation Policy for NEET-UG
The criteria for reservation for the NEET-UG is as given below.
Preparation Tips for NEET-UG
- Give importance and focus on the concepts instead of opting for shortcuts.
- Dont pressurise yourself and stay positive. Doing so will prevent careless mistakes in the examination.
- Get your doubts clarified before the test.
- While answering a question, highlight the parts that are relevant. Questions often contain a lot of unnecessary information.
- Use the elimination method to strike out potentially incorrect options.
- Practise time management and effective OMR filling.
- Use charts, maps, tables, mnemonics etc. to learn.
- Prepare a time table for yourself and adhere to it.
- Maintain self-prepared notes of what you learn.
- Know and follow the prescribed syllabus.
- Identify your strengths and weaknesses. Prioritise your preparation such that your strengths become more robust and that you leave adequate time to work on your weak areas.
- Solve as many timed sample papers and mock tests as you can before the examination. Attempt previous years' papers to understand the pattern and questions. This will help you ease the tension before the exam day.
- Take care of your health and maintain a healthy diet.
- Set realistic and achievable goals and strive hard towards them.
- Follow NCERT textbooks primarily. You may refer to other books but don't use too many additional references as they may end up consuming too much time.
- Stay optimistic and motivated.
FAQs
Will NEET-UG 2021 also include questions from Mathematics?
No, the questions will only be from the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Mathematics is not a part of NEET-UG syllabus.
Has there been any modification in the syllabus of NEET-UG 2021 from that of 2020?
No. There is no such notice that has been released by NTA yet.
Will NEET-UG be conducted twice in 2021?
No, NEET-UG will be conducted only once in 2021.
Will NEET-UG 2021 be conducted online?
No, NEET-UG 2021 will be conducted in an offline (pen and paper) mode only.
Do I have to appear for NEET-UG 2021 for admission to BSc Nursing course?
No, there are separate entrance examinations for admission to BSc nursing courses.
I am a candidate from Karnataka. Can I opt for Delhi as a centre with Kannada medium?
No, Kannada medium of the exam will only be available for centres located in the Karnataka state.