NEET (National Eligibility And Entrance Test)

NEET (National Eligibility and Entrance Test)

The National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) is a single entrance exam for admission to medical programs in India. It is conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and is the only exam used to fill approximately 54,000 medical seats across the country.

Understanding the All India Quota Seats

There are three types of seats available in medical colleges in India: All India Quota seats, state quota seats, and private college seats. The All India Quota seats are 15% of the total seats in government medical colleges and are open to students from any part of the country.

NEET Exam Pattern

The NEET exam covers topics from Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology. Candidates appearing for NEET should prepare thoroughly to secure a good score.

Subject Number of questions
Physics 45
Chemistry 45
Botany 45
Zoology 45
Total 180
Understanding NEET: All India Quota Seats, Seat Reservation, and Syllabus
All India Quota Seats:
  • There are three types of seats available in medical colleges across India: All India Quota (15%), state quota, and private quota.
  • Students from any part of the country can apply for the 15% All India Quota seats.
  • These seats are further divided into reserved and general categories.
Seat Reservation for NEET:
Category Percentage of Seats Reserved
General 47.5%
OBC-NC 27%
SC 15%
ST 7.5%
Physically Handicapped 3%