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NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, Undergraduate) is the single national entrance exam for MBBS and BDS admission in India, conducted by the National Testing Agency. It is also used for AYUSH degrees such as BAMS and BHMS and for some nursing and allied health programmes. It tests Physics, Chemistry and Biology, and is usually held once a year as a pen-and-paper exam.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) |
| Conducted by | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Used for | MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS and some allied health programmes |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany and Zoology) |
| Mode | Pen and paper (OMR sheet) |
| Usually held | Once a year, around May |
Official source: National Testing Agency. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility there before you apply.
What NEET UG is used for
NEET UG is the only entrance route to MBBS and BDS seats in India, including at AIIMS and JIPMER. It is also used for admission to AYUSH degrees (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS and BSMS), and some nursing, veterinary and allied health programmes use its scores.
After results, seats are filled through counselling: the Medical Counselling Committee handles All India Quota seats and central institutions, and state authorities handle state quota seats. AYUSH seats have their own counselling process.
Who can take it
- Students who have passed Class 12, or are appearing for it in the same year
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Biotechnology, and English must be among your Class 12 subjects, with the minimum marks set for your category
- There is a minimum age requirement on 31 December of the year of admission
Check the current information bulletin on the NTA website, as eligibility details are revised from time to time.
What it tests
NEET UG has multiple-choice questions in Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology, based on the Class 11 and 12 syllabus. Biology carries the largest share of marks. Wrong answers can carry negative marks, so careful guessing matters. The exam is offered in English, Hindi and several regional languages.
How to prepare
- Read the NCERT Biology textbooks closely. A large share of Biology questions follow them line by line.
- Practise Physics numericals regularly. Physics is often the section students find hardest.
- Solve previous years' papers to learn the pattern and the level of detail expected.
- Practise on OMR sheets under exam timing, since the test is pen and paper.
- Plan for more than one outcome. Know which allied health or science degrees you would consider alongside MBBS.
Careers this exam leads to
Frequently asked questions
Is NEET UG held more than once a year?
It has been held once a year, usually around May. Check the National Testing Agency website for the current year's schedule.
Do AIIMS and JIPMER admit through NEET?
Yes. MBBS admission at AIIMS institutions and JIPMER is through NEET UG.
Can I write NEET UG in Hindi?
Yes. NEET UG is offered in English, Hindi and several regional languages. You choose your language when you apply.
What can I do if I do not get an MBBS seat?
Many students consider BDS, AYUSH degrees, nursing, physiotherapy, pharmacy or other allied health and life science programmes. Some reappear the following year. Planning these options in advance takes pressure off a single result.
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