Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
The largest single-day competitive entrance exam in India with over 24 lakh registered medical aspirants annually. NEET UG is the statutory single window for admissions to over 1,08,000 MBBS seats across 700+ medical colleges, 28,000 BDS dental seats, and AYUSH courses nationwide.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 720 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Section A (35 Qs) + Section B (15 Qs, attempt any 10) | 180 Marks | 50 Mins |
| Chemistry | Section A (35 Qs) + Section B (15 Qs, attempt any 10) | 180 Marks | 50 Mins |
| Botany | Section A (35 Qs) + Section B (15 Qs, attempt any 10) | 180 Marks | 50 Mins |
| Zoology | Section A (35 Qs) + Section B (15 Qs, attempt any 10) | 180 Marks | 50 Mins |
+4 for Correct Response, -1 for Incorrect Response, 0 for Unattempted. Total 180 questions attempted out of 200 for 720 Marks.
Negative Marking Rule: -1 mark penalty for incorrect answers
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
AIIMS New Delhi general cutoff closes at AIR ~50-60 (score 710+/720). Government medical college (All India 15% quota) cutoff requires 650-660+ marks.
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an upper age limit for NEET UG?
No, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has removed the upper age limit for appearing in NEET UG.
How is admission to AFMC Pune conducted?
Candidates must qualify NEET UG, register on the AFMC portal, and attend the ToELR (Test of English, Logical Reasoning), psychological test, and medical board at AFMC Pune.
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