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Content Writer | Updated On - Oct 26, 2023
NEET Full Form is National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test. National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test- full form of NEET is the only national-level qualifying test for MBBS and BDS programmes in Indian Medical and Dental Universities. NEET exam is conducted for admission to more than 97000 MBBS, 28000 BDS, and 52700 AYUSH seats in top medical colleges of India.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts NEET examination for all the students in India. NEET 2023 is expected to be conducted by the NTA in June 2023 in offline (pen-paper based) mode. Check NEET Previous Year Question Papers
Why was NEET introduced in India?
The National Medical Commission Act, 2019 under Section 14 provides conduction of a common and uniform National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET Full Form) for admission to the undergraduate medical courses in all medical institutions governed under any law. MBBS admission to AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER and comparable institutions is also granted through NEET.
NEET Full Form- National Eligibility-cum Entrance Test is conducted by the National Testing Agency for admission to MBBS and BDS colleges authorized by the Medical Council of India and the Dental Council of India.
In 2022, 18,72,339 candidates have registered for NEET exam. In 2021, a total of 14,10,755 students registered for NEET-UG examination out of which only 7,49,042 candidates qualified this tough examination.
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NEET Full Form: A Brief History
In December 2010, the Gazette of India published by the Medical Council of India (MCI) spoke about enhancing the methods for the admission of students who wish to pursue MBBS degrees. The “Regulations on Graduate Medical Education, 2010” further called for the introduction of a single eligibility cum entrance exam for the admission to MBBS course, i.e., National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (full form of NEET).
It specified the qualifications and eligibility criteria to appear for this examination. The Supreme Court also approved the change brought out by MCI to hold a common entrance examination for MBBS and PG courses. It was announced on May 5, 2013, that the Government of India is conducting NEET for admission to both undergraduate and postgraduate medical courses.
However, on July 18, 2013, the Supreme Court of India canceled the examination due to 115 petitions filed against the exam by various states due to the difference in the syllabus proposed by MCI and the one followed by the respective state boards. The MCI was persistent in conducting this examination and ultimately won the case in 2016.
In 2016, NEET exam was conducted in two phases i.e., NEET-I and NEET-II. The pattern and syllabus were the same as that of the AIPMT 2015 examination.
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NEET 2023 Eligibility Criteria
The National Testing Agency (NTA) declared the eligibility criteria for NEET examination. This year the minimum eligibility criteria to apply for NEET 2023 is that the candidates must have passed the 12th grade with compulsory subjects including Physics, Chemistry and Biology with minimum marks of 50%.
The candidates falling under the reserved category require only 40% marks in the qualifying exams. The upper age limit of 25 years has been scrapped by the NMC. Students completing 17 years of age as of December 31, 2023 are eligible to fill the form.
If a student is wishing to be admitted to B.Sc. Nursing course, they are liable to fulfill the minimum criteria of 45% marks in class 12 and English as a compulsory subject.
| Parameters | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifications required | Passing class 10+2 from a recognized board in India. |
| NEET age limit | Minimum age- The candidate must complete 17 years as of December 31, 2023 Maximum age- There is no upper age limit |
| NEET eligibility marks in 12th grade |
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| NEET Attempt Limit | No restrictions on the number of attempts taken by a candidate |
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NEET 2023 Full Form: Important Events
Some of the important events regarding the NEET examination are listed below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Exam Date | June 2023 |
| NEET Exam Conducting Authority | National Testing Authority (NTA) |
| Type of Exam | National level exam |
| Purpose of the examination | Admissions in Medical, Dental and other Medical related courses |
| Frequency of the exam | Once a year |
| Category | Undergraduate programs |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Mode of fee payment | Online |
| Mode of examination | Offline |
| Duration of the exam | 3 hours 20 minutes |
| Timing of exam | 2.00 P.M. to 5.20 P.M. |
| Maximum marks | 720 |
| Number of questions | 200 |
| Type of questions | Multiple-choice questions |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry and Biology |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
NEET Full Form: Syllabus and Exam Pattern
NEET question paper is divided into 4 major subjects which are Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, and Botany. The total number of questions in the paper is 200 (180 multiple-choice questions to be attempted). A student is given a total of 200 minutes to solve the entire question paper. It is advisable to give 45 minutes to each section and 20 minutes to final revision. Check NEET 2023 Exam Pattern
Biology (Zoology and Botany) has more weightage than the other two subjects - Physics and Chemistry. A student is advised to follow and prepare the syllabus properly so that you do not leave any question or section unattempted.
Syllabus of NEET 2023 covers the entire NCERT curriculum of both 11th and 12th grades. The weightage of every chapter in Physics, Chemistry and Biology is given down below:
NEET Physics Class 11 Syllabus
| Physics Syllabus Topics | Total Weightage |
|---|---|
| Physical-world and Measurement | 2% |
| Kinematics | 3% |
| Laws of motion | 3% |
| Work, Energy and Power | 4% |
| The motion of a system of particles | 5% |
| Gravitation | 2% |
| Properties of Bulk matter | 3% |
| Thermodynamics | 9% |
| Oscillations and Waves | 3% |
| The behaviour of perfect gas and Kinetic Theory | 3% |
NEET Physics Class 12 Syllabus
| Physics Syllabus Topics | Total Weightage |
|---|---|
| Electrostatics | 9% |
| Current Electricity | 8% |
| Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism | 5% |
| Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents | 8% |
| Electromagnetic Waves | 5% |
| Optics | 10% |
| Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation | 6% |
| Atoms and Nuclei | 3% |
| Electronic Devices | 9% |
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NEET Chemistry Class 11 Syllabus
| Chemistry Syllabus Topics | Total Weightage |
|---|---|
| Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry | 1% |
| Structure of Atom | 2% |
| Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties | 2% |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | 5% |
| States of Matter: Gases and Liquids | 2% |
| Thermodynamics | 8% |
| Equilibrium | 6% |
| Redox Reactions | 3% |
| Hydrogen | 2% |
| S-block Elements | 3% |
| P-block Elements | 2% |
| Organic Chemistry | 4% |
| Hydrocarbons | 3% |
| Environmental Chemistry | 2% |
NEET Chemistry Class 12 Syllabus
| Chemistry Syllabus Topics | Total Weightage |
|---|---|
| Solid State | 2% |
| Solutions | 5% |
| Electrochemistry | 2% |
| Chemical kinetics | 3% |
| Surface Chemistry | 2% |
| General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements | 2% |
| p-block elements | 5% |
| D and f block elements | 4% |
| Coordination Compounds | 9% |
| Haloalkanes and Haloarenes | 3% |
| Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers | 4% |
| Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acid | 4% |
| Organic Compounds containing Nitrogen | 2% |
| Biomolecules | 3% |
| Polymers | 3% |
| Chemistry in everyday life | 2% |
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NEET Biology Class 11 Syllabus
| Biology Syllabus Topics | Total Weightage |
|---|---|
| Diversity in Living World | 14% |
| Structural Organization in Animals and Plants | 5% |
| Cell Structure and Function | 9% |
| Plant physiology | 6% |
| Human physiology | 20% |
NEET Biology Class 12 Syllabus
| Biology Syllabus Topics | Total Weightage |
|---|---|
| Reproduction | 9% |
| Genetics and Evolution | 18% |
| Biology and Human Welfare | 9% |
| Biotechnology and its Applications | 4% |
| Ecology and Environment | 6% |
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Important books for NEET Preparation
Given below are some the best books for NEET exam preparation:
- Physics - NCERT Physics class 11 and 12, Concepts of Physics Parts 1 and 2 by H. C Verma
- Chemistry- NCERT Chemistry classes 11 and 12, MTG’s Objective NCERT at your fingertips
- Biology- NCERT Biology classes 11 and 12, Objective NCERT at Your Fingertips by MTG
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NEET Full Form FAQs
Ques. What is NEET Full Form?
Ans. National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test is NEET Full Form. NTA conducts NEET UG exam for admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and B.Sc. Nursing Courses in Indian Medical Colleges.
Ques. Is NEET 2023 difficult?
Ans. NEET 2023 is the toughest and the only national level medical entrance examination in India with over 17 lakh students appearing every year.
Ques. Will NEET 2023 be conducted online?
Ans. No, NEET 2023 will be conducted in offline mode, i.e. pen-paper based mode in June 2023 at various test centers located in India and 14 cities abroad.
Ques. Is NEET more difficult than JEE?
Ans. NEET is conducted for MBBS admissions while JEE is conducted for B.Tech admissions. The pattern and syllabus is different for both the exams. Both are tough in their respective fields.
Ques. Is there a negative marking in NEET?
Ans. Yes, NEET has a negative marking. For every incorrect answer, 1 mark is deducted. For every correct answer 4 marks are awarded.
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