Entrance Exam Guide 2026
Crack NEET UG 2026: Your Gateway to Top Medical Colleges
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Exam Overview
Conducted By
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Frequency
Once a year
Exam Mode
Offline (Pen and Paper)
Duration
3 Hours 20 Minutes
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed or appearing in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
- Minimum 50% marks in PCB for General Category (40% for OBC/SC/ST, 45% for PwD).
- No upper age limit. Minimum age is 17 years.
Syllabus Highlights
- Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Modern Physics.
- Chemistry: Physical, Organic, and Inorganic Chemistry.
- Biology (Botany & Zoology): Diversity in Living World, Cell Structure, Human Physiology, Plant Physiology, Genetics, Ecology.
Paper Pattern
- Total Questions: 200 (180 to be attempted).
- Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect.
- Sections: Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology (Each with Section A - 35 Qs, Section B - 15 Qs).
Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Official Notification | January 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Form Start Date | February 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | 1 Week Before Exam |
| NEET UG 2026 Exam Date | First Sunday of May 2026 |
| Declaration of Results | Mid June 2026 |
Participating Colleges
- All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
- Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER)
- Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
- Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi
- All Government & Private Medical/Dental/AYUSH Colleges in India
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NEET UG mandatory for B.Sc Nursing?
For many central institutes like JIPMER, BHU, and AIIMS (military nursing), NEET UG is mandatory. However, state colleges often have separate entrance exams.
How many times can I attempt NEET?
There is no limit on the number of attempts for NEET UG as long as you meet the minimum age requirement.
Is there a negative marking in NEET?
Yes, 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions.
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