NEET 2025 Surprise Twist: No Optional Questions, Less Time – Are You Ready for the New Format?
The NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is a national-level examination that is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions to undergraduate medical courses in India.
In 2025, NEET has made some major changes to the exam process so that it can be more standardized. One of the most important changes is the deletion of optional questions, which were introduced during the COVID-19 era. In addition, the duration of the exam has been marginally modified.
These changes aim to restore the exam pattern prevailing prior to the pandemic. It is significant for candidates to be aware of these changes so that they may prepare well and perform their best on the examination day.
NEET 2025 Exam Details
Below is a comprehensive overview of the NEET 2025 examination:
Particulars |
Details |
Name of the Exam |
NEET - National Eligibility cum Entrance Test |
Conducted By |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Purpose of the Exam |
Admission to UG Medical Programs in India |
Application Open |
February 7, 2025 - March 7, 2025 |
Start of Online Form Fill - up |
February 7, 2025 |
Closing Date of Online Registration |
March 7, 2025 |
Application Correction Window closes |
Closed on March 11, 2025 |
Publication of Downloadable Admit Card |
May 1, 2025 |
Exam Date |
May 4, 2025 |
Mode of Exam |
Offline (Pen and Paper based) |
Pattern |
180 Compulsory multiple choice questions 45 - Physics 45 - Chemistry 90 - Biology (Botany and Zoology) |
Total Number of questions |
180 |
Total Marks |
720 |
Question Type |
MCQs |
Marking Scheme |
+4 for each correct answer -1 for each incorrect answer |
Qualifying Marks |
General Category - 50% SC/ST/OBC - 40% PwD - 45% |
Official Website |
Important Reminders:
- Registration for Multiple Attempts: Though NEET does not have any limit on the number of attempts, candidates have to register individually for every attempt within the given timeframes.
- Application Accuracy: Make sure all data filled in during registration is correct. The NTA can provide a correction window; however, it's advisable to fill in correct information in the first place to prevent hassle.
- Admit Card: The admit card is an important ticket for entry to examinations. Keep checking the official NEET website for news regarding its release and download it early once released.
- Preparation Strategy: With the elimination of optional questions and a fixed time duration, candidates must take serious preparation in all subjects in order to handle time properly during the examination.
Keeping up to date with these alterations and following guidelines will help the candidates move forward with the process of the NEET 2025 examination seamlessly. Careful preparation and clarity about the modified exam pattern are the major key factors for the success.
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