About NEET 2021
The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), which is now known as the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India (GOI) has established the National Testing Agency (NTA) as an independent, autonomous and self-sustained premier testing organisation for conducting efficient, transparent and international standard tests in order to assess the competency of candidates for admission to premier higher education institutions.
- Mode of Examination: NEET (UG) – 2021 is a Pen & Paper-based Test, to be answered on the specially designed machine gradable OMR sheet using Ball Point Pen.
- Duration of Test: The duration of the test would be three (03) hours.
NATIONAL ELIGIBILITY CUM ENTRANCE TEST [ NEET (UG) – 2021] will be held by National Testing Agency (NTA) on Sunday, September 12th, 2021 (Sunday) in Pen and Paper mode in 13 languages as a uniform entrance examination for admission to MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BSMS/BUMS/BHMS and other undergraduate medical courses in approved/recognized Medical/Dental /AYUSH and other. The languages in which the NEET (UG) 2021 would be conducted are : English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
Following the NTA NEET exam, the official answer key containing the solutions to the NEET questions will be provided. For all codes, the NEET 2021 answer key will be released. The NEET results will be published as a scorecard. Along with the results, the minimum qualifying percentage and scores for the NEET 2021 exam will be revealed, which must be met in order to pass the exam. Admission to 15 percent AIQ, 85 percent state quota, deemed/central universities, private institutions, AFMS/ESIC institutes, AIIMS and JIPMER campuses is based on NEET scores.
About National Testing Agency (NTA)
The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), which is now known as the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India (GOI) has established the National Testing Agency (NTA) as an independent, autonomous, and self-sustained premier testing organization under the Societies Registration Act (1860) for conducting efficient, transparent and international standards tests in order to assess the competency of candidates for admissions to premier higher education institutions.
The objectives of NTA, inter alia, include:
- To conduct efficient, transparent, and international standard tests in order to assess
the competency of candidates for admission. - To undertake research on educational, professional and testing system to identify gaps in the knowledge systems and take steps for bridging them.
- To produce and disseminate information and research on education and professional development standards.
NEET 2021 Highlights
| Exam Name | NEET |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Frequency of Conduct | Once a year |
| Exam Level | National Level Exam |
| Languages | Assamese, Bengali English +8 More |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Fee (General) | 1500 Rs [Online] |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen – Paper) |
| Mode of Counselling | Online / Offline |
| Participating Colleges | 1265 |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Number of Seats | 158002 Seats |
NEET 2021 Important Dates
| Events | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET 2021 Application Form Date | July 13, 2021 at 5:00 PM |
| Last date to fill NEET Application Form | August 6, 2021 |
| Last date of successful transaction of fee | August 7, 2021 |
| NEET Form Correction | August 8 to 12, 2021 |
| Availability of NEET admit card | 3 Days Before Exam |
| Announcement of the City of Examination | August 20, 2021 |
| NEET 2021 Exam Date (Out) | September 12, 2021 |
| Release of OMR Sheet | To be announced soon |
| Declaration of result | To be announced soon |
| Counselling will commence from | To be announced soon |
NEET (UG) – 2021 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for appearing in NEET (UG), as per related Regulations of NMC and DCI are as follows:-
- By December 31, 2021, candidates must have reached the age of 17.
- The maximum age limit for NEET (UG) is 25 years as of the examination date, with a 5-year age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL applicants and PwD students.
- Candidates beyond the age of 25 are permitted to sit for the examination on a provisional basis, but their admittance is contingent on the Supreme Court’s decision.
- Students who have passed the class XII qualifying exam are eligible to apply for NEET 2021
- Candidates must have Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology as their subjects in Class XII and should have passed in all the subjects.
- Class XII is the basic qualifying exam, but the qualifying marks differ according to the candidates’ category.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian nationals, OCI, NRIs |
| Qualifying Exam | Must have passed the 10+2 examination or its equivalent in PCB |
| Qualifying Marks | GN – 50% marks GN-PH – 45% SC/ST & OBC – 40% |
| Age Limit | 17 years as on 31st Dec 2021, No upper age limit |
NEET 2021 Application Process
NEET 2021 registration may be done online at neet.nta.nic.in, the official website of the NTA NEET. The NEET Application Form 2021 will be released on July 13 at 5:00 p.m. The following are the steps to register for NEET 2021:
- Step-1: Apply for Online Registration using your Parents/Guardians or your own unique Email Id and Mobile No.
- Step-2: Fill in the Online Application Form and note down the system generated Application No.
- Step 3: Uploading of Documents – Upload passport size photograph, signature, and other documents are per the guidelines of NTA. Check NEET 2021 Document Upload Guidelines
- Step 4: Payment of NEET Registration Fees – NEET application fees can be paid online i.e. INR 1500 for GN, INR 1400 for EWS, and INR 800 for other category candidates.
- Step 5: Submit NEET Application Form – The last step is to save and submit the application form.
Documents needed:
| Documents |
Specifications |
Size and Format |
| Passport size photo taken after Sept 1, 2020 |
White background Name and date written below. |
10 to 200 KB |
| Postcard size ( 4” X6” ) photo taken after Sept 1, 2020 |
Background must be white Name and date mentioned below. |
50 to 300 KB |
| Signature |
In black ink on white paper Must not be in capital letters |
4 to 30 KB |
| Left-hand thumb impression | In blue ink on white paper with no smudges | 10 to 50 KB |
| Certificate | Class X Passing Certificate | 100 to 400 KB |
Fees Structure:
| Documents |
Specifications |
Size and Format |
| Passport size photo taken after Sept 1, 2020 |
White background Name and date written below. |
10 to 200 KB |
| Postcard size ( 4” X6” ) photo taken after Sept 1, 2020 |
Background must be white Name and date mentioned below. |
50 to 300 KB |
| Signature |
In black ink on white paper Must not be in capital letters |
4 to 30 KB |
| Left-hand thumb impression | In blue ink on white paper with no smudges | 10 to 50 KB |
| Certificate | Class X Passing Certificate | 100 to 400 KB |
NEET 2021 Syllabus
The NEET syllabus for 2021 includes topics from the Class 11 and 12 curricula in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The NEET test syllabus is based on state boards’, CBSE’s, ICSE’s, NIOS’s, and COBSE’s Class 11 and 12 syllabuses. Students would benefit from knowing the NEET 2021 syllabus as it will help them in their preparation for each topic. NTA’s NEET syllabus 2021 is designed to assist students in understanding the topics that will be included in the NEET test.
NEET 2021 Exam Pattern
According to the most recent NEET 2021 exam schedule, there will be 200 NEET questions, with students having to answer 180 of them. For each subject, the questions will be divided into two sections: Section A and Section B. There will be 35 questions in Section A and 15 questions in Section B. Candidates can answer any 10 of the 15 questions, for a total of 180 questions. The exam pattern’s marking scheme and other aspects may not change. As soon as the NTA releases the details, we will update this page with the revised NEET 2021 test pattern.
Students should review the material before looking at the NEET exam pattern. Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are included in the NEET 2021 syllabus at the 10+2 level. Not only must students complete the NEET syllabus on time, but they must also know what study materials to use. Furthermore, the top books for NEET 2021 should be close by so that students can refer to them and better prepare for NEET 2021.
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Frequency of NEET Exam | Once in a year |
| Distribution of Questions in NEET 2021 |
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| Sections | i.e. A and B |
| Internal Choice in Paper | Yes; In section attempt only 10 questions out of 15 |
| Type of Questions | 180 Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Marks |
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| Medium of Paper | English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. |
| NEET question paper language | |
| Telugu | Assamese |
| Gujarati | Urdu |
| Marathi | Odia |
| Tamil | Kannada |
| Bengali | —– |
Section wise Weightage
| NEET Subject Wise Syllabus | Total Units in Syllabus | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| NEET Biology Syllabus |
Class 11 – 5 Units Class 12 – 5 Units |
50% |
| NEET Physics Syllabus |
Class 11 – 10 Units Class 12 – 11 Units |
25% |
| NEET Chemistry Syllabus |
Class 11 – 14 Units Class 12 – 16 Units |
25% |
| Important Topics | Weightage of Topics | Check Detailed Topic Wise Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Human Physiology | 12% | Biology Preparation Tips |
| Biomolecules | 10% | |
| Biological Classification | 9% | |
| Coordination Compounds | 9% | Chemistry Preparation Tips |
| Thermodynamics | 8% | |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, Solutions etc | 5% | |
| Optics | 10% | Physics Preparation Tips |
| Electro statistics, Electronic Devices, Thermodynamics etc | 9% | |
| Current Electricity, Electromagnetic induction and alternating currents etc | 8% |
NEET 2021 Preparation Tips
Setting up a good preparation strategy for JEE Advanced 2021 is very important while preparing for the exam. If proper JEE Advanced preparation tips are followed by the candidates, then there are higher chances of them doing well in the examination. Some of the JEE Advanced 2021 preparation tips that the candidates can follow are:
- It is important for applicants to understand their syllabus in depth so that they may correctly arrange their studies.
- The candidates will benefit from creating a schedule or time-table since it will evenly balance the time spent on each subject or topic.
- It is necessary to check and study good and well-recommended books.
- Using a conceptual approach to learning is far better to repetition.
- Candidates can practise and learn from their mistakes by taking mock examinations and tackling sample papers.
NEET 2021 Mock Test
The utilisation of mock tests is an important part of NEET preparation. Only by practising using past year question papers, practise tests, and other materials can one perfect what they have learned. Candidates can use these NEET sample tests to prepare for the exam either on the NTA website or by downloading the tests to practise at home. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has also made it easier to practise on NEET sample papers at TPCs, which are the 2900+ exam practise centres put up at nearby colleges in most towns and cities.
Candidates who intend to practise at the NEET TPCs must first register, then reserve a time slot at the college. The questions in these NEET mock exams will be based on previous exam question papers.
NEET 2021 Important Books :
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Book Name |
Author |
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Concepts of Physics, part 1 and 2 |
H C Verma |
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Fundamentals of Physics |
Halliday, Resnick and Walker |
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Objective Physics for the medical entrance examination (volumes 1 and 2) |
D C Pandey |
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NCERT Exemplar Class 11 and 12 |
NA |
|
Physics MCQ |
D Mukherjee |
| Mathematics | Physics | Chemistry |
|---|---|---|
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NEET 2021 Admit Card
NEET Admit Card 2021 will be available on the official website three days before the exam day. By entering into their accounts, successfully registered candidates will be able to download their NEET Admit Card. How to Get the NEET 2021 Admit Card?
In September 2021, students will be able to download their NEET admit card (3 days prior to the exam). The NEET admit card can be downloaded from the NTA website in an online format. Students will not receive their admit cards in the mail; instead, they will be able to obtain them online entering their login information.
- In their NEET admit card 2021, candidates can check important details such as exam date, time, and exam centre details.
- To the exam centre, candidates must bring the NEET Admit Card 2021 and a valid ID proof.
- Candidates are required to log in to the official portal using their application number and password. Upon logging in, candidates will be able to download the admit card.
- The admit card will contain the details of the examination date and the venue for the examination.
- Candidates are required to take a print out of the admit card and carry the same during the examination.
- Candidates must note that there is no provision for delivering the hard copy of the admit card via post.
- Candidates are advised to retain the admit card till the end of the admission process.
NEET Previous Year Paper
During the last three years, the total number of questions every exam has remained steady.
The greatest number of questions had more than one right answer option, making these the most important questions.
During these three years, it was also discovered that questions with multiple correct answers were the most skipped.
NEET 2021 Result
The NEET result 2021 will be released shortly after the exam is completed. Medical students who took the exam can check their results on the NTA NEET official website.
- The scorecard format will be used to declare the NEET Result 2021.
- All medical institutes in India, including AIIMS and JIPMER, will accept NEET scores for admission.
- Candidates should keep a copy of their NEET Scorecard in case they need it in the future.
Subject wise percentile score obtained, overall percentile score, total marks scored out of 720, - NEET AIR – All India Rank, NEET category rank, and NEET 2020 Cut off are all crucial facts on your NEET 2021 Scorecard.
Steps to Download NEET 2021 Result
- The scorecard will contain the details of the marks obtained by the candidate
- To access the result of NEET 2021, the candidates have to enter their roll number, date of birth and mobile number.
- Click on the ‘Get Result’ button.
- After submitting the information, the result will be displayed which has to be downloaded and printed for future reference.
JEE Advanced Expected Cut-off 2021
The cutoff for JEE Advanced 2021 will act as a factor for entry in the rank list and admission to IITs. There are two elements to the cutoff: the qualifying cutoff and the admission cutoff. The JEE Advanced 2021 qualifying cutoff is the minimum score that applicants must get in order to be placed in the rank list.
The admission cutoff is the minimum rank that candidates must achieve in order to have a better chance of being accepted into one of the participating institutes. The cutoff will vary based on the type, course, and institute that the candidates choose.
JEE Advanced Cutoff (Qualifying) - Previous Year
| Rank List | Minimum marks in each subject | Minimum aggregate marks |
|---|---|---|
| Common rank list (CRL) | 6 | 69 |
| GEN-EWS rank list | 5 | 62 |
| OBC-NCL rank list | 5 | 62 |
| SC rank list | 3 | 34 |
| ST rank list | 3 | 34 |
| Common-PwD rank list (CRL-PwD) | 3 | 34 |
| GEN-EWS-PwD rank list | 3 | 34 |
| OBC-NCL-PwD rank list | 3 | 34 |
| SC-PwD rank list | 3 | 34 |
| ST-PwD rank list | 3 | 34 |
| Preparatory course rank list | 0 | 10 |
Counselling Process for JEE Advanced 2021
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) is in charge of JEE Advanced qualified students’ admissions. Candidates must register and choose from a variety of colleges and courses. Candidates are assigned seats at participating IITs based on their secured ranks, preferences, and seat availability. The official website has published the JoSAA 2021 seat allocation for rounds one, two, and three.
Documents Required at Counselling
- Two passport size photographs
- Provisional seat allotment letter
- Candidate undertaking
- JEE advanced admit card
- Proof of seat acceptance fee payment by e-challan or net banking of SBI
- 10th standard mark sheet (as proof of age)
- 12th standard mark sheet or pass certificate
- Valid photo identity proof
- Medical certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Registration cum locked choices for seat allotment
Cutoff 2021
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) is in charge of JEE Advanced qualified students’ admissions. Candidates must register and choose from a variety of colleges and courses. Candidates are assigned seats at participating IITs based on their secured ranks, preferences, and seat availability. The official website has published the JoSAA 2021 seat allocation for rounds one, two, and three.
Documents Required at Counselling
- Two passport size photographs
- Provisional seat allotment letter
- Candidate undertaking
- JEE advanced admit card
- Proof of seat acceptance fee payment by e-challan or net banking of SBI
- 10th standard mark sheet (as proof of age)
- 12th standard mark sheet or pass certificate
- Valid photo identity proof
- Medical certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Registration cum locked choices for seat allotment