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NEET

Purpose:

  • NEET is conducted to streamline the admission process for undergraduate medical and dental courses across India.
  • It replaced multiple entrance exams previously conducted by various states and institutions.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Candidates must be Indian citizens or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI).
  • They should be at least 17 years old at the time of admission or will complete that age on or before December 31 of the year of admission.
  • Candidates should have completed their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.

Exam Pattern (As of 2023):

  • NEET is a pen-and-paper-based exam (offline mode).
  • The paper consists of 180 multiple-choice questions.
  • The subjects covered are Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology).
  • Each correct answer earns four marks, while one mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
  • The duration of the exam is three hours.

Syllabus:

  • The syllabus for NEET is based on the common syllabus prescribed by the National Medical Council (NMC).
  • It includes topics covered in the 11th and 12th standards.

Admission Process:

  • Based on NEET scores, students can apply for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in medical colleges across India.
  • Counselling for All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota seats is conducted separately.
  • Counselling includes choices filling, seat allotment, document verification, and fee payment.

Important Dates:

  • NEET is typically held once a year. The schedule includes application dates, admit card release, exam date, and result declaration.

NEET UG and NEET PG:

  • NEET UG is for undergraduate courses (MBBS/BDS), while NEET PG is for postgraduate courses.
  • NEET PG is for admission to MD/MS and PG Diploma courses.

Role of NTA (National Testing Agency):

  • The National Testing Agency is responsible for conducting NEET and declaring results.

Changes and Updates:

  • The NEET exam pattern or related policies may be subject to changes. It's important for candidates to stay updated with official announcements from the NTA or relevant authorities.