NEET UG : 5 MAY 2024
| NEET UG 2024 Exam Date | May 5, 2024 |
| Name of the Examination | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate Courses |
| Common Name | NEET UG |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Frequency of the Exam | Once |
| Level of Exam | National Level Exam |
What is NEET UG?
NEET UG is the annual entrance exam for medical aspirants in India. Candidates can seek admission in various medical courses by taking this exam.
Following are the courses offered through NEET UG:
- Bachelor of Medicine – Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
- Bachelor of Dental Sciences (BDS)
- Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS)
- Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
- Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery (BUMS)
- Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS)
- Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS)
Every year, close to 16 lakh medical aspirants appear for the NEET UG entrance exam. It is considered one of the most challenging medical entrance exams in India.
Many renowned medical colleges in Bangalore accept NEET UG scores to grant admission for their UG medical courses.
Candidates can check out the requirement and seek admissions in Bangalore to be part of a holistic pedagogy.
NEET UG 2024 will be conducted in May 5, 2024.
Aspirants have to pass their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects. Also, they must complete 17 years of age before December 31st, 2023.
NEET UG Exam Details 2024:
| Registration Mode | Online |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Language Options for NEET UG | English, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, Marathi, Oriya, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Gujarati, and Assamese |
| Duration of the Exam | 3 Hours |
| Admission Process Through NEET UG | All India Quota Seats: 15% State Quota Seats: 85% |
| Validity of Results | For the Current Academic Session |
NEET UG 2024 Exam Dates:
| Events | Dates |
| Start of NEET UG Registration Process | January 2024 |
| End of NEET UG Registration Process | January 2024 (Tentative) |
| Release of Admit Card | April 2024 |
| NEET UG Exam Date | May 5, 2024 |
| Declaration of Result | June 2024 |
NEET UG Syllabus 2024 & Books:
Section A: Physics
| Physical World and Measurement | Electrostatics |
| Kinematics and Laws of Motion | Current Electricity |
| Work, Energy, and Power | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
| Motion of Particles and Rotational Motion | Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents |
| Gravitation | Electromagnetic Waves |
| Properties of Bulk Matter | Optics |
| Thermodynamics | Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter |
| Kinetic Theory Gases | Atoms and Nuclei |
| Oscillation and Waves | Electronic Devices |
Books for Physics:
| Book | Author (s) |
| Physics Book for Class XI and XII | P. Vivekanandan, D.K. Banerjee and Anand V. Karthik |
| Challenger Physics | Er. Deepak Agarwal |
| Nootan Physics | Kumar Mittal |
| New Simplified Physics | S.L. Arora |
| Understanding Physics Optics & Modern Physics | DC Pandey |
| Concepts of Physics | H.C. Verma |
Section B: Chemistry
| Basic Concepts of Chemistry | Solid State |
| Atomic Structure | Solutions |
| Classification of Elements & Periodicity in Properties | Electrochemistry |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | Chemical Kinetics |
| States of Matter | Surface Chemistry |
| Thermodynamics | General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
| Equilibrium | p-Block Elements |
| Redox Reactions | d and f-Block Elements |
| Hydrogen | Coordination Compounds |
| s-Block Elements | Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
| Extra p-Block Elements | Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers |
| Organic Chemistry: Basic Principles & Techniques | Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids and Amines |
| Hydrocarbons | Biomolecules and Polymers |
| Environmental Chemistry | Chemistry in Everyday Life |
Books for Chemistry:
| Book | Author (s) |
| Conceptual Chemistry | Dr. S.K. Jain and Dr. Shailesh K. Jain |
| Wiley’s J.D. Lee Concise Inorganic Chemistry | Sudarsan Guha |
| Textbook for Chemistry | Dr. M.P. Sawhney |
| A Textbook Of Organic Chemistry | Dr. R K Gupta |
| Challenger Chemistry | Dr. J. B. Yadav |
| Chemistry for Class XI and XII | Dr. H.C. Srivastava |
| Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations | R. C. Mukherjee |
Section C: NEET UG Biology
| Diversity of Living Organisms | Reproduction |
| Structural Organization in Plants & Animals | Genetics and Evolution |
| Cell: Structure and Function | Biology and Human Welfare |
| Plant Physiology | Biotechnology and its Applications |
| Human Physiology | Ecology and Environment |
Books for Biology:
| Book | Author (s) |
| Nootan Biology | Prof. V. Singh and Dr. D.K. Jain |
| ISC Biology | Veer Bala Rastogi |
| A Textbook of Biology | Sarita Aggarwal |
| Trueman’s Elementary Biology | K.N. Bhatia |
NEET UG Exam Pattern 2024:
| Test Duration | 180 minutes |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Total Number of Questions | 180 |
| Total Marks | 720 |
| Number of Sections | 3 |
| Division of Sections | Section A: Physics Section B: Chemistry Section C: Biology (Zoology+Botany) |
| Number of Questions per Section | Section A: 45 Section B: 45 Section C (Zoology+Botany): 45+45 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for every right answer -1 for every wrong attempt |
| Types of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
Candidates should meet the following eligibility criteria for NEET UG 2024:
- Candidates must complete their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects.
- General candidates have to score a minimum of 50% in their 12th standard final examination. SC and ST students have to score 45%, and OBC students have to score 40%.
- Candidates with the following nationalities can apply for the NEET UG Entrance Exam:
- Indian Citizen
- Overseas Citizen of India (OCI)
- Non-Resident Indian (NRI)
- Persons of Indian Origin and Foreign Nationals
- Candidates must complete 17 years of age before December 31st, 2023.
NEET UG Registration 2024:
Candidates can register for the exam by following the below-mentioned steps:
How to fill up the NEET UG 2024 Application Form?
Step 1: Visit the official website of NTA.
Step 2: Under the “Student” section, candidates have to click on “National Eligibility cum Entrance Test”.
Step 3: Candidates have to click on “Fill Application Form”.
Step 4: They have to read the instructions check the box towards the end of the page and then click on “Proceed to Apply for NEET UG 2024“.
Step 5: Candidates have to log in using their User ID and Password.
Step 6: They have to fill in the following details:
- Personal Details
- Address Details
- Education Details
Step 7: They need to upload the following documents:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Left-hand thumb impression
- Class 10 and 12 Marksheet
Step 8: Candidates have to go through the information provided to check for any mistakes.
Step 9: They need to pay the required fees and submit the form.
NEET UG Registration Fees 2024:
| Category | Fees |
| General | Rs.1500/- |
| General-EWS/ OBC (NCL) | Rs.1400/- |
| SC/ ST/ PwD/ Transgender | Rs.800/- |
Documents needed for the filling process:
| Documents | Specifications |
| Passport-size Photograph | File Type: JPGSize: 10 to 200 KBSpecifications: The photo should carry the candidate’s name and the date on which it was taken. |
| Signature | File Type: JPGSize: 4 to 30 KBSpecifications: Signature must be done on a white background with a black or blue pen. |
| Left-hand Thumb Impression | File Type: JPGSize: 10 to 50 KBSpecifications: In case the left-hand thumb impression is not available, then the right-hand can be used. |
| Class 10 and Class 12 Marksheets | File Type: JPGSize: 100 to 400 KBSpecifications: Candidates should upload vertically scanned certificates. |
NEET UG Application Form Correction Window:
Candidates can make changes to their NEET UG application form with the following steps:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NTA.
Step 2: Under the “Student” section, candidates have to click on “National Eligibility cum Entrance Test”.
Step 3: Candidates have to click on “Fill Application Form”.
Step 4: They have to read the instructions and check the box towards the end of the page and then click on “Proceed to Apply for NEET UG 2024”.
Step 5: Candidates have to log in using their User ID and Password.
Step 6: They have to click on the link for “Correction in NEET UG Application Form”
Step 7: Candidates will be able to make changes to the application form, crosscheck the information provided, and then submit the application form.
Candidates can make changes to the following details:
- Name of the Candidate
- Name of the Parents
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Disability Status
- Category
- State code of Eligibility
- The Medium of the Question Paper
- Examination Centre
NEET UG Exam Centres 2024:
NEET UG has 11 language options available for the candidates. Following are the states and their respective language option for NTA NEET UG 2024:
| States | Language Options |
| Maharashtra | English, Hindi, and Marathi |
| Odisha | English, Hindi, and Odia |
| West Bengal | English, Hindi, and Bengali |
| Assam | English, Hindi, and Assamese |
| Karnataka | English, Hindi, and Kannada |
| Tamil Nadu | English, Hindi, and Tamil |
| Andhra Pradesh and Telangana | English, Hindi, and Telugu |
| Gujarat | English, Hindi, and Gujarati |
| All Other States | English, Hindi, and Urdu |
NTA NEET UG Preparation Tips 2024:
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned NEET UG preparation tips during their preparation process:
- Be Aware of the TRIO:
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are counted among the toughest subjects. Candidates need to have a strategic plan for each of the topics under them.
- Have a NEAT idea of the important factors:
Candidates should have a NEAT idea of the NEET UG Syllabus and NEET UG Exam Pattern. This will help them strategize for the exams better.
- Revision and Note-making: Play the 2 Cards Perfectly:
Candidates should revise the topics regularly. They should divide the topics into tough and easy topics and focus on them accordingly.
Also, they should make detailed notes for each subject. This will help them revise better and also saves time.
- Mock IT to Make IT:
Mock tests are an essential part of the preparation process. Candidates should answer ample amounts of mock tests to get a proper hang of the exam and prepare a test-taking strategy accordingly.
- Be Healthy and Wise:
Candidates should maintain their health correctly as the NEET UG preparation process can take a significant toll on them. They should eat well and exercise regularly to keep themselves mentally and physically fit.
NEET UG Admit Card 2024:
Candidates can download the NEET UG admit card by following the below-mentioned steps:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NTA.
Step 2: Under the “Student” section, candidates have to click on “National Eligibility cum Entrance Test”.
Step 3: Candidates have to click on “Fill Application Form”.
Step 4: They have to read the instructions and check the box towards the end of the page and then click on “Proceed to Apply for NEET UG 2024”.
Step 5: Candidates have to log in using their User ID and Password.
Step 6: They have to click on the link for “NEET UG Admit Card“
Step 7: Candidates can download the admit card for further processes.
Important Instructions to be followed:
- Candidates must carry a coloured printout of the NEET UG Admit Card, passport-size photograph, and a Government approved ID card to the exam centre.
- They must affix their passport-size photograph in the space provided. It must be similar to the one that was submitted during the application process.
- Candidates must get their Admit Card signed by their parents.
NEET UG Answer key:
NTA shall release the official answer key after a few weeks of conducting the NEET UG exam. Candidates can download their answer key through the following steps:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NTA.
Step 2: Click on the link for NEET UG 2024 Answer Key.
Step 3: Login to view the answer key.
Candidates can also challenge the answer key. They can click on the preferred question and select the answer, which they think is correct with the correct justification. The required fee needs to be paid for challenging the answer key.
NEET UG Result 2024:
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to download NEET UG Result 2024:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NTA.
Step 2: Under the “Student” section, candidates have to click on “National Eligibility cum Entrance Test”.
Step 3: Candidates have to click on “Fill Application Form”.
Step 4: They have to read the instructions and check the box towards the end of the page and then click on “Proceed to Apply for NEET UG 2024”.
Step 5: Candidates have to log in using their User ID and Password.
Step 6: They have to click on the link for “NEET UG Result”
Step 7: Candidates can view their scorecard and download it.
NEET UG Cutoff 2024:
NTA shall release the NEET UG cut off after the declaration of the results. The cutoff is divided according to All India Quota Seats and State Quota Seats for all colleges.
Apart from that, candidates have to clear the basic cut off criteria for the counselling process:
| Category | NEET UG Cutoff |
| Unreserved Candidates | 50 Percentile |
| Unreserved Physically Handicapped (UR & PH) Candidates | 45 Percentile |
| Other Backward Class (OBC), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Reserved Physically Handicapped Candidates | 40 Percent |
NEET UG cutoff is decided based on the following factors:
- Number of candidates appearing for the exam.
- Difficulty level of the question paper.
- The total number of seats available in all the participating colleges.
- Previous years cut off marks.
- Overall performance of the candidates.
NEET UG Counselling Registration 2024:
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) shall conduct the counselling process for the 15% All Indian Quota Seats under NEET UG 2024.
The respective state counselling committee will conduct the counselling process for the 85% State Quota Seats.
MCC NEET UG Counselling process will be conducted for the following seats:
- Employees’ State Insurance Act (ESIC) Medical Colleges
- Armed Force Medical Services (AFMS) Medical Colleges
- Deemed and Central Medical Universities
- Private Medical Institutes
Candidates have to register for the NEET UG counselling process on the official website of the respective counselling committee. They have to visit the respective official website and create a login to fill up the application form for NEET Counselling.
Candidates have to carry the following documents for the NEET Counselling process:
- NEET UG 2024 Admit Card
- NEET UG 2024 Marksheet
- 8 Passport size photographs
- Class X Certificate and Marksheet
- Class XII Certificate and Marksheet
- NEET UG 2024 Seat Allotment Letter
- Identity Proof
- Category Certificate (If Applicable)