The countdown for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) Undergraduate (UG) 2025 has officially begun, as the National Testing Agency (NTA) is soon expected to open the registration process. With more than 23 lakh students having participated in the NEET UG 2024, the stakes are high for aspiring medical students across India.
The NTA has not yet revealed the official date for the examination, but speculations are rife. Based on historical trends, the registration process is anticipated to commence this week, promising to build excitement among medical aspirants. Students eagerly waiting can keep track of updates on the NTA’s official site, neet.nta.nic.in.
Importantly, the NTA has clarified to students preparing for the NEET-UG 2025 exam: the APAAR ID, which consists of a 12-digit identifier previously considered mandatory for the registration process, is no longer required. This change aims to streamline the registration, making it more accessible for candidates from various backgrounds.
To register for NEET UG 2025, candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official NEET UG website at neet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the NEET UG 2025 application link.
- Fill out the NEET UG application form and pay the registration fee.
- Submit your application form.
- Download and save the registration form for future reference.
The NTA also announced significant changes to the NEET UG exam format for 2025. One key change is the removal of Section B, where optional questions were previously allowed. Although this option was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide flexibility to students, it has been removed to revert to the standard exam format. Now, candidates will have 180 minutes to answer all 180 questions, with the paper concentrating on Physics, Chemistry, and Biology sections.
The distribution of questions will be as follows: 45 questions each from Physics and Chemistry, and 90 questions from Biology. This shift signifies strong foundational knowledge across all disciplines will be prioritized, aligning with the core requirements for medical education.
Adding to the revised structure, the marking scheme remains stringent: students will earn 4 marks for every correct answer, yet will lose 1 mark for any incorrect response. No penalties will be imposed for unanswered questions.
Besides marking changes, the NEET UG examination will still be conducted using pen-and-paper (OMR) mode, taking place over one day and one shift. The expected timing for the exam is from 2 PM to 5 PM. Health experts from the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the government express hopes this routine will facilitate fair and equal opportunity assessments among all candidates nationally.
Candidates will need to prepare adequate documentation for their applications. Key documents needed include:
- Aadhar card
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Category certificate
- Recent photograph
- Valid ID proof
- Domicile certificate
- Scanned thumb impressions
- Signature
The NEET UG exam will also be offered in 13 different languages, including English, Hindi, and several regional languages, ensuring inclusivity for all candidates across the country.
Official notifications will soon follow the commencement of registration, indicating all important dates for the NEET-UG 2025 exam. The NEET UG will serve as the qualifying examination for not only MBBS courses but also BDS, AYUSH, BSc Nursing, and BVSc and AH courses, hence emphasizing its significance within the academic infrastructure.
With all these adjustments and updates, students are encouraged to focus on their preparation strategies, optimizing their study habits to meet the demands of the revised curriculum. Previous iterations of the NEET exam saw immense competition; hence thorough preparation will be key as candidates gear up for this pivotal exam.
Stay tuned for updates as we bring you all the latest news pertaining to NEET UG 2025, including registration details, application timelines, and exam strategies. The future of countless medical aspirants hangs on the success of this examination, which promises to open the doors to various medical disciplines across the nation.