The National Testing Agency (NTA) officially announced the results of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2025 on June 14, 2025, marking the culmination of one of India’s most significant and competitive medical entrance examinations. This year’s exam, held on May 4, witnessed the participation of over 22 lakh candidates across thousands of centers nationwide and internationally, underscoring the immense scale and importance of NEET in shaping the future of medical education in India.
NEET UG 2025 saw a total registration of 2,276,069 candidates, with 2,209,318 actually appearing for the exam. The test was conducted at 5,468 centers spread across 552 cities in India and 14 international locations including Dubai, Doha, Singapore, and Kathmandu. This widespread reach highlights the exam’s role as a gateway not only for Indian students but also for foreign nationals aspiring to enter the country’s medical education system.
One notable demographic trend this year was the higher participation of female candidates. Out of those who appeared, 1,310,062 were female candidates compared to 965,996 male candidates. This continued the trend of increasing female engagement in medical education, reflecting broader social shifts and growing opportunities for women in the sciences. The third gender also had representation, with 11 candidates appearing and 6 successfully qualifying.
The results, accessible exclusively online via the official NEET website (neet.nta.nic.in), include detailed scorecards featuring subject-wise marks, total scores, percentiles, All India Ranks (AIR), and qualifying status. Due to heavy traffic on the official site, alternative portals such as nta.ac.in and exams.nta.ac.in/NEET/ were provided to ensure smooth access to scorecards, along with a direct PDF link for download.
Mahesh Kumar from Rajasthan emerged as the undisputed All India Rank 1 topper, achieving an almost perfect percentile score of 99.9999547. Kumar, a resident of Hanumangarh who prepared while staying in Sikar, has made his state proud by topping this fiercely competitive examination. Following him closely was Utkarsh Awadhiya from Madhya Pradesh securing AIR 2, and Krishang Joshi from Maharashtra clinching AIR 3. Delhi’s Mrinal Kishore Jha and Avika Aggarwal, also from Delhi, secured AIR 4 and AIR 5 respectively, with Aggarwal being the female topper of NEET UG 2025 with a percentile of 99.9996832.
The top 10 ranks predominantly featured candidates from the General category, with Delhi leading the pack by having three students in the top 10. Maharashtra and Gujarat each contributed two candidates, while Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab had one candidate apiece among the highest scorers. This geographic distribution highlights the competitive nature of NEET across various states, with metropolitan hubs and regional centers both producing top performers.
Beyond individual achievements, the overall performance statistics reveal that out of the 2,209,318 candidates who appeared, 1,236,531 qualified for the next stages of medical education. This represents a pass rate of approximately 56%, a figure that reflects the rigorous standards of the examination. Gender-wise, 514,063 male candidates qualified out of 937,411 who appeared, while 722,462 female candidates qualified from 1,271,896 who took the test. The third gender had 6 qualifiers out of 11 appearing candidates. While the total number of qualifiers is slightly lower than last year’s 1.315 million, the gender-wise trends remain consistent with females not only registering in higher numbers but also surpassing males in qualification rates.
The NEET UG 2025 results are crucial as they form the basis for admissions into a wide range of undergraduate medical courses including MBBS, BDS, BSc (Hons) Nursing, veterinary courses, and AYUSH programs such as BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, and BHMS. The counselling process, guided by these results, will be conducted separately by different authorities: the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) manages the All India Quota (AIQ) seats, while respective states handle their own seat allocations. Additionally, the results apply to the 15% Veterinary Council of India (VCI) quota for BVSc & AH courses and to AACCC counselling for AYUSH admissions.
With approximately 108,000 MBBS seats available nationwide, split nearly equally between government and private institutions, the competition remains intense. The NEET UG examination thus continues to be the most significant gateway for medical aspirants in India, shaping the careers of thousands every year.
To access their results, candidates must visit the official NEET website and enter their application number, date of birth, and security pin. The scorecard provides essential details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, marks obtained in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, total marks, qualifying status, category rank (if applicable), percentile score, AIR, and cut-off marks. The final answer key was also released ahead of the results, allowing candidates to cross-verify their scores.
While many candidates successfully accessed their results, some faced difficulties due to heavy traffic on the official website. To address this, the NTA provided alternative links, ensuring all students could download their scorecards without undue delay. This move reflects the agency’s commitment to transparency and accessibility in managing India’s largest entrance exam.
The NEET UG 2025 results not only celebrate individual brilliance but also reflect the evolving landscape of medical education in India. With increasing female participation, diverse geographic representation, and a robust qualifying rate, the examination underscores the country’s commitment to nurturing a new generation of healthcare professionals.
As counselling and admissions proceed, the focus now shifts to how these promising candidates will shape the future of medicine and healthcare delivery in India and beyond. For many, today’s results are the first step towards a lifelong journey of healing, discovery, and service.
