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NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)

NEET, where NEET full form is National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is the only national-level entrance examination for admission into undergraduate medical courses like MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BVSc, and BPT in India. NEET is one of the most competitive and prestigious entrance exams for aspirants from the science (PCB) stream.

Eligiblity

If candidates want to appear for the NEET exam after completing Class 12, they must fulfill the eligibility criteria laid out by the NTA.

Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects. They should have secured at least 50% marks (for general category) in PCB subjects combined, from a recognized board.

In short, NEET is mandatory for any student who wishes to pursue MBBS or BDS in India or abroad.

Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 17 years old as of the admission year.

FAQ

Career in National Eligibility cum Entrance Exam

Medical Professionals: Doctors are highly respected professionals who diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries. The NEET exam is the gateway to entering the medical world through top medical colleges in India.

1. MBBS Doctors: Pursue a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery to become a general physician or specialize in fields like cardiology, neurology, surgery, dermatology, etc.

2. Dentists (BDS): Dental professionals treat oral and dental problems, perform surgeries, and promote dental health.

3. Veterinary Doctors (BVSc): Specialize in animal health, treatment, and surgeries for domestic and farm animals.

4. AYUSH Practitioners: Includes BAMS (Ayurveda), BHMS (Homeopathy), BUMS (Unani) – traditional systems of medicine recognized by the Indian government.

5. Paramedical Professionals: Careers in radiology, lab technology, physiotherapy, and more for those who wish to support the medical system.

Structure of NEET Exam

The NEET exam is a single-level national entrance test conducted by the NTA (National Testing Agency) for admission into MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, Veterinary, and other medical courses across India.

The exam is conducted once a year (usually in May).

It consists of 200 questions (180 to be answered) from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

The paper is objective (MCQ-based) with negative marking.

Subjects covered:

Physics: Class 11 and 12 level

Chemistry: Class 11 and 12 level

Biology: Botany and Zoology from Class 11 and 12

The exam is highly competitive, requiring strong conceptual clarity, time management, and accuracy.

Duration of NEET Course

The duration of the medical journey after clearing NEET depends on the course:

MBBS – 5.5 years (including 1-year internship)

BDS – 5 years

BVSc & AH – 5 years

BAMS / BHMS / BUMS – 5.5 years

Paramedical courses – 2 to 4 years

After completing graduation, students can opt for postgraduate specializations (MD/MS) through NEET-PG.