National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG), commonly known as NEET UG, is the national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency for admission to undergraduate medical education in India. NEET UG is used for admission to MBBS and BDS programmes and is also applicable to BAMS, BUMS, BSMS and BHMS admissions under the respective statutory frameworks. The examination is also relevant for other courses and institutions where NEET UG is prescribed by the applicable authorities.
| Full Name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) |
|---|---|
| Short Name | NEET UG |
| Conducting Agency | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Category | Medical / Dental / AYUSH |
| Exam Mode | Pen & Paper Based Test using OMR answer sheet. |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Total Questions | 180 compulsory questions |
| Total Marks | 720 marks |
| Languages | NEET UG is conducted in multiple languages as specified by NTA. |
| Official Website | https://neet.nta.nic.in/ |
| Correct Answer | Four marks are awarded for each correct answer. |
| Incorrect Answer | One mark is deducted for an incorrect answer. |
| Unanswered | No marks are awarded for an unanswered question. |
| Qualifying Examination | Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the qualifying examination with the subjects prescribed by the NEET UG eligibility rules. |
| Required Subjects | Candidates must satisfy the prescribed subject requirements including Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English. |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | Candidates must satisfy the prescribed qualifying percentage in the relevant subjects according to their category. |
| Age Requirement | Candidates must satisfy the age requirement prescribed by the official NEET UG rules applicable to the admission year. |
| Upper Age Limit | There is no upper age limit for appearing in NEET UG under the current rules. |
| Passport Photograph | Recent photograph in the format and specifications prescribed by NTA. |
| Signature | Signature uploaded according to the prescribed specifications. |
| Identity Document | Candidates must provide the identity information and documents prescribed by NTA. |
| Category Certificate | Valid category certificate as prescribed for candidates claiming reservation or relaxation. |
| PwD / PwBD Certificate | Valid disability certificate where applicable. |
| Academic Documents | Class X, Class XII and other academic documents may be required during counselling and admission. |
| MBBS Admission | NEET UG score is used for MBBS admission through the applicable counselling process. |
| BDS Admission | NEET UG score is used for BDS admission through the applicable counselling process. |
| BAMS Admission | NEET UG is applicable to BAMS admissions under the applicable AYUSH admission framework. |
| BUMS Admission | NEET UG is applicable to BUMS admissions under the applicable AYUSH admission framework. |
| BSMS Admission | NEET UG is applicable to BSMS admissions under the applicable AYUSH admission framework. |
| BHMS Admission | NEET UG is applicable to BHMS admissions under the applicable statutory framework. |
The official NEET UG 2027 information bulletin and notification will be released by NTA.
NEET UG 2027 online registration start date will be announced by NTA.
The last date for NEET UG 2027 application submission will be announced officially.
The NEET UG 2027 application correction window will be announced by NTA.
NTA will announce the schedule for advance intimation of examination city.
NEET UG 2027 admit card release date will be announced officially.
The NEET UG 2027 examination date will be announced in the official notification.
The provisional and final answer key schedule will be announced by NTA.
NEET UG 2027 result date will be announced by NTA.
NEET UG counselling dates will be announced by the respective counselling authorities.
| Subject | MCQs | Numerical | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | — | — | 180 |
| Chemistry | — | — | 180 |
| Biology | — | — | 360 |
| Botany | — | — | — |
| Zoology | — | — | — |
| Total | — | — | 720 |
Visit the official NTA NEET UG website and read the latest information bulletin.
Register online using the required personal and contact details.
Enter personal, academic, nationality, category and other required information.
Upload the photograph, signature and other documents required by NTA.
Select examination city preferences according to the options provided by NTA.
Pay the applicable application fee through the official online payment facility.
Verify all details and submit the application form.
Download and retain the confirmation page and payment record.
Download the NEET UG admit card from the official NTA portal.
Appear at the allotted examination centre with the required documents and permitted items.
| Category | year | status |
|---|---|---|
| NEET UG 2027 Cutoff | 2027 | TBA |
| Qualifying Cutoff | — | — |
| College Closing Rank | — | — |
| State Quota Cutoff | — | — |
| All India Quota Cutoff | — | — |
Percentile cutoffs shown are for illustration and vary each year based on difficulty and number of candidates.
Stay updated on dates, admit card and results.
