The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Undergraduate courses, commonly known as NEET UG, is a national-level medical entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency.
NEET UG provides a common and uniform admission route for undergraduate medical education across participating institutions in India. It is used for admission to courses such as MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BSMS and BHMS. Under applicable admission rules, NEET scores may also be used for selected nursing and veterinary programmes.
Admissions to AIIMS and JIPMER undergraduate medical programmes are also conducted through NEET UG scores.
| Particular | Expected details |
|---|---|
| Examination name | National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test - Undergraduate |
| Commonly known as | NEET UG 2027 |
| Conducting authority | National Testing Agency |
| Examination level | National level |
| Examination frequency | Once a year |
| Expected examination month | May 2027 |
| Expected mode | Offline, pen-and-paper examination |
| Question type | Multiple-choice questions |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry and Biology |
| Biology divisions | Botany and Zoology |
| Expected total questions | 180 compulsory questions |
| Maximum marks | 720 |
| Expected duration | 3 hours |
| Expected languages | 13 languages |
| Official notification | To be announced by NTA |
The current NTA pattern contains 180 compulsory questions to be completed in 180 minutes. The examination is conducted in Physics, Chemistry and Biology, with Biology divided into Botany and Zoology.
Candidates may use their NEET UG scores for admission to the following programmes, subject to the rules of the respective regulatory and counselling authorities:
NEET scores are also used for shortlisting candidates for the Military Nursing Service B.Sc. Nursing admission process, subject to the applicable rules for that admission year.
The National Testing Agency will publish the confirmed schedule through the official NEET UG information bulletin. Until then, students may use the following tentative timeline for planning their preparation.
| NEET UG 2027 event | Expected date |
|---|---|
| Release of official notification | February 2027 |
| Beginning of online registration | February 2027 |
| Last date to submit application form | March 2027 |
| Last date for application fee payment | March 2027 |
| Application correction window | March 2027 |
| Examination city intimation slip | April 2027 |
| Release of NEET UG admit card | Late April or early May 2027 |
| NEET UG 2027 examination | May 2027 |
| Provisional answer key | May or June 2027 |
| Answer-key challenge window | May or June 2027 |
| Final answer key | June 2027 |
| NEET UG 2027 result | June 2027 |
| Counselling registration | July 2027 onwards |
These dates are estimates based on the current examination cycle and recent NEET schedules. For example, the 2026 application process opened in February, the correction window was scheduled in March and the examination was scheduled for May.
Candidates should complete their registration well before the deadline and avoid waiting until the final day. Before applying, ensure that the following information and documents are accurate and updated:
The latest NTA guidance advises candidates to ensure that Aadhaar, category and disability-related documents are valid and updated before registration.
Candidates must satisfy the eligibility requirements announced by NTA and the relevant medical regulatory authorities. The final eligibility conditions will be confirmed in the official NEET UG 2027 information bulletin.
Under the latest available rule, a candidate must complete 17 years of age on or before 31 December of the examination year.
Therefore, if this rule continues for NEET UG 2027, candidates should be born on or before 31 December 2010. This date is derived from the current age rule and must be verified after the 2027 bulletin is released.
Under the current NEET UG rules, there is no upper age limit for appearing in the examination. Candidates should recheck this condition when the NEET UG 2027 information bulletin is published.
Candidates should have passed, or should be appearing in, Class 12 or an equivalent recognised examination.
The qualifying examination must include:
The qualifying course should also include practical examinations in the relevant science subjects wherever required by the recognised board or examination system.
Candidates whose Class 12 results are awaited may apply for and appear in NEET UG.
However, they must pass the qualifying examination before the applicable admission or first-round counselling deadline. A candidate who does not pass the qualifying examination will not be eligible for admission, even after qualifying NEET.
Under the latest available rules, candidates who study Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Biotechnology and English as additional subjects after completing Class 12 may be permitted to appear, provided the subjects are completed through a duly recognised board and the required documentary evidence is available.
The following candidates may apply, subject to the applicable admission and documentation rules:
NRI, OCI and foreign-national candidates may be required to upload diplomatic, passport or citizenship-related documents and must also satisfy the rules of the concerned institution, state or counselling authority.
Candidates should check the NEET UG 2027 information bulletin for the final rule regarding attempts. Applicants must satisfy the age, academic and documentation requirements for the year in which they appear.
Eligibility note: The information available for the current examination cycle should only be used as a reference. NTA, NMC and other regulatory authorities may revise eligibility conditions for NEET UG 2027.
Understanding the examination pattern will help candidates plan their preparation, improve time management and develop an effective question-attempt strategy.
The final NEET UG 2027 paper structure will be announced by NTA. Based on the latest official pattern, the examination is expected to contain 180 compulsory multiple-choice questions for a total of 720 marks.
| Subject | Number of questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Botany | 45 | 180 |
| Zoology | 45 | 180 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
Biology accounts for 90 questions and 360 marks, representing half of the total NEET UG paper. Physics and Chemistry contain 45 questions and carry 180 marks each.
| Response type | Marks awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer | +4 marks |
| Incorrect answer | −1 mark |
| Unanswered question | 0 marks |
| More than one option marked | Treated as incorrect |
The latest official marking system awards four marks for a correct or most appropriate answer, deducts one mark for an incorrect response and awards no marks for an unanswered question.
Candidates can calculate their expected score by using the following formula:
NEET Score = (Number of correct answers × 4) − (Number of incorrect answers × 1)
For example, if a student answers 140 questions correctly, gives 25 incorrect answers and leaves 15 unanswered:
Expected score = (140 × 4) − (25 × 1) = 535 marks
Based on the latest official pattern, NEET UG 2027 is expected to be conducted as an offline, pen-and-paper examination using an OMR answer sheet.
The official 2026 bulletin confirms a single-day, single-shift, pen-and-paper examination. The final mode for 2027 will be confirmed only through the new notification.
The expected duration is:
3 hours or 180 minutes
Candidates would therefore have an average of approximately one minute per question. Effective time management, question selection and accuracy will be important for completing the paper within the available time.
Based on the current examination format, the NEET UG paper may be offered in the following 13 languages:
Candidates must select their preferred question-paper language while completing the application form. The selected language may not be changeable after the correction period.
The Physics section consists of 45 questions for a total of 180 marks.
| Physics Syllabus | |
|---|---|
| Class 11 Topics | Class 12 Topics |
| Physical-world and measurement | Electrostatics |
| Kinematics | Current Electricity |
| Laws of Motion | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
| Work, Energy, and Power | Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents |
| Motion of a System of Particles and a Rigid Body | Electromagnetic Waves |
| Gravitation | Optics |
| Properties of Bulk Matter | Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
| Thermodynamics | Atoms and Nuclei |
| Behaviour of a Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory | Electronic Devices |
| Oscillations and Waves |
The Chemistry section consists of 45 questions for a total of 180 marks.
| Chemistry Syllabus | |
|---|---|
| Class 11 Topics | Class 12 Topics |
| Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry | Solid State |
| Structure of an Atom | Solutions |
| Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties | Electrochemistry |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | Chemical Kinetics |
| States of Matter: Gases and Liquids | Surface Chemistry |
| Thermodynamics | General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
| Equilibrium | p-Block Elements |
| Redox Reactions | d and f Block Elements |
| Hydrogen | Coordination Compounds |
| s-Block Element (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals) | Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
| Some p-Block Elements | Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers |
| Organic Chemistry- Some Basic Principles and Techniques | Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids |
| Hydrocarbons | Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen |
| Environmental Chemistry | Biomolecules, Polymers and Chemistry in Everyday Life |
The Biology section is the largest, consisting of 90 questions for a total of 360 marks.
| Biology Syllabus (Botany & Zoology) | |
|---|---|
| Class 11 Topics | Class 12 Topics |
| Diversity in the Living World | Reproduction |
| Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants | Genetics and Evolution |
| Cell Structure and Function | Biology and Human Welfare |
| Plant Physiology | Biotechnology and Its Applications |
| Human Physiology | Ecology and Environment |
The NEET UG 2026 exam is a comprehensive evaluation that tests candidates on their knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology through 180 compulsory multiple-choice questions.
| NEET UG 2026 Exam Structure and Marks | ||
|---|---|---|
| Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
| Physics | 50 (40 to be attempted) | 180 |
| Chemistry | 50 (40 to be attempted) | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 100 (80 to be attempted) | 360 |
| Total | 200 (180 to be attempted) | 720 |
Download NEET Previous-Year Question Papers with Solutions
Success in NEET requires more than completing the syllabus. Candidates must combine conceptual understanding, NCERT-based study, regular question practice, revision and full-length mock-test analysis.
A structured plan should be created according to the student’s current preparation level, available time, strengths and weak areas.
Before starting detailed preparation, review the complete syllabus and divide it into manageable chapters and topics.
Students should understand:
Knowing the pattern from the beginning helps students choose the right study material and avoid spending excessive time on topics outside the prescribed syllabus.
NCERT textbooks should be treated as the primary learning resource, especially for Biology and Inorganic Chemistry.
While reading NCERT:
Additional books should be used for practice and concept reinforcement only after the prescribed syllabus and NCERT material have been covered properly.
Prepare a weekly timetable that gives sufficient attention to Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Your plan should include separate time for:
Divide large chapters into smaller daily targets. Set achievable goals instead of preparing an overloaded timetable that becomes difficult to follow consistently.
Read NCERT line by line and repeatedly revise diagrams, scientific terms, examples, cycles and classifications. Practise assertion-based, statement-based and diagram-based questions regularly.
Focus on conceptual clarity, formula application and numerical problem-solving. Maintain a formula notebook and practise questions of different difficulty levels.
Divide Chemistry into Physical, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry. Practise numerical questions for Physical Chemistry, reaction mechanisms for Organic Chemistry and NCERT-based facts for Inorganic Chemistry.
Previous-year question papers help students understand:
After completing each chapter, solve its previous-year questions before moving to advanced practice material.
Begin with chapter-wise and subject-wise tests. After completing a major portion of the syllabus, move to full-length NEET-pattern mock tests.
Every mock test should be followed by detailed analysis. Check:
Mock tests are most useful when students analyse their mistakes and use the results to improve their next preparation cycle.
Create a separate notebook for:
Revise this notebook every week and more frequently during the final preparation phase.
Use a planned revision cycle instead of postponing revision until the syllabus is complete.
A practical revision system can include:
During the final month, focus primarily on systematic revision, mock tests and improvement of known weaknesses rather than repeatedly changing resources.
Maintain a consistent sleep schedule, take short breaks and include light physical activity in your routine.
Avoid comparing your daily progress with other students. Track improvement through syllabus completion, test accuracy and reduction in repeated mistakes.
NEET UG 2027 is the national-level entrance examination expected to be conducted for admission to undergraduate medical, dental and AYUSH programmes in participating institutions across India.
NEET UG is conducted by the National Testing Agency. The final responsibilities and schedule for the 2027 examination will be provided in the official information bulletin.
The official examination date has not yet been announced. Based on recent schedules, NEET UG 2027 is expected to be conducted in May 2027.
Based on the latest official pattern, NEET UG 2027 is expected to be an offline pen-and-paper examination. However, candidates must wait for the official 2027 bulletin for confirmation.
The current pattern contains 180 compulsory questions: 45 from Physics, 45 from Chemistry and 90 from Biology. The total paper carries 720 marks.
Yes. Under the latest marking scheme, one mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. Four marks are awarded for a correct answer, while unanswered questions receive zero marks.
If the current rule continues, candidates must complete 17 years of age on or before 31 December 2027. There is no upper age limit under the latest available official rule. The final condition must be checked in the 2027 notification.
Yes. Candidates awaiting their Class 12 results may apply and appear for NEET UG. However, they must pass the required qualifying examination before the applicable admission or counselling deadline.
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