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NEET 2027 Overview

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) is India’s largest undergraduate medical entrance examination, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It serves as the single gateway for admission to MBBS, BDS, B.Sc. Nursing, AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS), BVSc & AH, and other allied medical courses offered by government and private institutions across the country. NEET is conducted once every year in offline (pen-and-paper) mode and is available in 13 languages. Admission to medical and dental colleges across India is primarily based on NEET scores, making it one of the most competitive entrance examinations in the country.

Key Highlights

1. Exam Name: NEET (UG) 2027

2. Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)

3. Exam Level: National (Undergraduate)

4. Exam Mode: Online – CBT

5. Courses Offered: MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, BAMS, BVSc & AH, BUMS, and more

6. Total Registrations (2026): ~23 lakh

7.Total Seats (approx.): MBBS – 1,18,190; BDS – 27,868; BAMS – 52,720; BVSc & AH – 6038

8.Exam Duration: 3 hours (2 PM to 5 PM IST)

9. Medium: 13 languages (including English, Hindi, regional languages)

10. Official Website: www.neet.nta.nic.in

NEET 2027 Important Dates (Tentative)

1. NEET 2027 Notification : February, 2027

2. Application Form Release : February, 2027

3. Last Date to Apply : March, 2027

4.Correction Window : March, 2027

5. Re-Exam Admit Card Release : By June, 2027

6. NEET 2026 Re-Exam Date : June 2027

7.Answer Key Release : To be announced

8.Result Declaration : To be announced

9. Counselling Begins : To be announced

Note: These dates are tentative and subject to change. Always check the official NEET website for updates.

Eligibility Criteira

1. Educational Qualification: Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English

2. Nationality: Indian Citizens, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and Foreign Nationals are eligible.

3. Minimum Marks:

General: 50% in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

OBC/SC/ST: 40% in PCB

PwD: 45% in PCB

4. Additional Criteria: Candidates appearing for the qualifying exam in 2026 are also eligible to apply

5. Age Limit: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2027 (born on or before 31.12.2009). No upper age limit.

Application Process

Mode: Online only, via the official NEET website.
Steps:
1. Register on the official NEET portal.
2. Fill the online application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
3. Upload required documents (photograph, signature, etc.).
4. Pay the application fee (General: ₹1,700; OBC: ₹1,600; Reserved: ₹1,000; Foreign nationals: ₹9,500)
5. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Exam Pattern

Mode : Computer Based Test (CBT)

Duration : 3 hours

Total Questions : 180 MCQs

Total Marks : 720

Sections : Physics (45 Qs, 180 marks), Chemistry (45 Qs, 180 marks), Biology (90Qs, 360 marks: Botany & Zoology)

Marking Scheme : +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted

Languages : 13 (English, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Assamese, Gujarati, Marathi, Odia, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, Punjabi, Telugu)

Syllabus

1. Subjects Covered: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology), based on Class 11 and 12 curriculum.
2. Syllabus Authority: National Medical Commission (NMC)
3. Total Chapters: 79 (as per latest NMC update)

Note : The syllabus has been rationalized in line with recent NCERT textbook changes. Download the latest syllabus PDF from the official NTA or NMC website for detailed topic.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is NEET ?

NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate medical and dental courses such as:

MBBS
BDS
AYUSH courses (BAMS, BHMS, etc.)
Veterinary courses
Other medical programs in India

NEET is the only entrance exam for admission to government and private medical colleges in India.

What is the importance of NEET ?

NEET is the gateway exam for all medical aspirants in India. It holds importance because:

It is the only accepted entrance exam for MBBS/BDS admissions in India.
Admissions in AIIMS, JIPMER, and all central/state-run and private medical colleges are through NEET.
It ensures uniform admission criteria across the country.
NEET score is also used for scholarships, abroad medical study eligibility, and counselling-based admissions.

Scoring well in NEET opens the door to prestigious institutions and career opportunities in healthcare.

What is the NEET Exam Pattern ?

Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper based)

Duration: 3 hours

Total Questions: 180

Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany + Zoology)

Marking Scheme:

+4 for each correct answer
-1 for each incorrect answer
0 for unanswered questions

What is the Application Timeline?

Application form release: December – January
Last date to apply: January–February
Application correction window: February
Admit card release: April
Exam date: First Sunday of May
Result declaration: June

What is the syllabus of NEET?

The NEET 2027 syllabus includes Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology).Click here for complete syllabus – https://www.nta.ac.in/Download/Notice/Notice_20241230193629.pdf