The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2025, the gateway to medical and dental colleges across India. NEET UG is mandatory for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BSMS, BUMS, and BHMS courses in both government and private institutions.
Overview
Exam Details
Information
Exam Name
National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG)
Conducting Body
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Purpose
Admission to MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH courses
Exam Mode
Pen & Paper (Offline)
Duration
3 Hours (180 minutes)
Exam Date
May 4, 2025 (Sunday)
Result Declaration
By June 14, 2025 (Tentative)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have passed or appeared in Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
Category
Minimum Marks Required in PCB Subjects
General
50%
OBC/SC/ST
40%
PwBD Candidates
40%
Age Limit (as of December 31, 2025):
Minimum Age:17 years
Maximum Age:No upper age limit
Foreign Nationals, NRIs, and OCIs must confirm their eligibility from respective medical colleges.
Exam Pattern
Subject
No. of Questions
Marks
Physics
45
180
Chemistry
45
180
Biology (Botany & Zoology)
90
360
Total
180
720
Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer -1 mark for each incorrect answer No marks for unanswered questions
Application Fee
Category
Fee (in India)
Fee (Outside India)
General
₹1700/-
₹9500/-
General-EWS/OBC-NCL
₹1600/-
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SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender
₹1000/-
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Payment can be made via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
How to Apply?
Steps to Apply Online:
Visit the official website
Click on “Apply Online” and complete the registration process.
Fill out the application form with personal and educational details.
Upload photograph, signature, and necessary documents.
Pay the application fee as per your category.
Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt.