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Content Writer | Updated On - Feb 12, 2025
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the revised exam pattern for NEET 2025 exams. According to the official notification released on 25th January 2025, NTA will follow the pre-covid exam pattern for 2025 exams.
Changes in the Exam pattern for 2025 are as follows:
- There will be no Section B in the NEET 2025 examination. There will be only one section for each subject with a total of 180 questions (45 in Physics and Chemistry and 90 in Biology)
- The exam duration is reduced to 180 minutes (3 hours) and the optional questions have been removed.
- The exam for NEET 2025 will be an offline paper-pen-based test (PBT) which will be conducted on a single day and a single shift.
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NEET UG 2025 Exam Pattern (Revised)
NEET UG 2025 will be conducted offline as a pen-paper-based test with a duration of 3 hours. Candidates need to solve 180 MCQ questions worth a total of 720 marks. All the questions are compulsory to attempt, the optional questions have been removed from the NEET 2025 exam. Here is a table summarizing the NEET 2025 exam pattern:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Paper-Pen-Based Test) |
| Exam Date | Single Day, Single Shift |
| Number of Sections | 1 Section per Subject (No Section B) |
| Total Questions | 180 Questions |
| Subject-Wise Question Distribution | Physics: 45 Chemistry: 45 Biology: 90 (Botany + Zoology) |
| Optional Questions | No Optional Questions |
| Exam Duration | 180 Minutes (3 Hours) |
What is the Marking Scheme for NEET 2025?
The NEET UG 2025 Marking Scheme plays a very important role in determining a candidate's score in the exam. It is essential for the candidate to understand the marking scheme in order to plan their preparation strategically and effectively.
According to the NEET UG 2025 marking scheme:
- Each correct answer is worth +4 marks.
- A negative mark of -1 is given for every incorrect answer.
- Unattempted questions will not be awarded any marks.
- If more than one option is marked in the OMR sheet, the answer will be considered incorrect.
| Section | Number of questions (MCQ) | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | +4 for each correct answer-1 for each incorrect answer0 for no attempt |
| Chemistry | 45 | +4 for each correct answer-1 for each incorrect answer0 for no attempt |
| Botany Section | 45 | +4 for each correct answer-1 for each incorrect answer0 for no attempt |
| Zoology Section | 45 | +4 for each correct answer-1 for each incorrect answer0 for no attempt |
| Total | 180 Questions | 720 Marks |
NEET UG 2025 Exam Mode
NEET remains the traditional pen-paper-based exam, unlike some other entrance exams. To give the exam candidates need to:
- Be physically present at their exam centres, they will be provided with a hard copy of the question paper and an OMR sheet to mark their answers.
- The NEET 2025 exam will be of 3 hours and consist of only MCQs. No extra time will be given to any candidate.
- Candidates are not allowed to use any digital devices such as calculators or mobile phones during the exam. They are only allowed a pen or pencil to mark their answers.
NTA has released the official NEET 2025 exam mode on the official website.
The exam mode is tabulated below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | Offline Paper-pen based test (PBT) |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
| Answer sheet | OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) sheet |
| Language | English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Malayalam, Kannada< Marathi, Oria, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu or Punjabi |
What are the guidelines for using the Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) sheet?
NEET uses an OMR sheet as an answer sheet. Candidates have to shade the circle of the option they think is correct. Then, the OMR sheet is scanned to evaluate the candidate’s answers.
Here are some guidelines to use the OMR sheet:
- Verify that the OMR sheet is not damaged or has any incorrect marking on it. If so, inform the invigilator immediately.
- Mark the answer on the OMR sheet at the same time you are solving the question to avoid any last minute struggle.
- It is important to mark your answers properly and clearly, as the answers are not evaluated manually and will be marked incorrect.
- Do not fold, tear or scribble on the OMR sheet. Place the OMR sheet on a flat surface to avoid any creases.
- Only blue or black ball point pens are allowed for marking the answers.
In how many languages will NEET 2025 be available?
Candidates can choose which language question paper they want during the application process. The available languages are: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Oria, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu or Punjabi.
| Languages | Availability |
|---|---|
| English | Available at all NEET exam centres across India |
| Hindi | Available at all NEET exam centres across India |
| Assamese | Offered at exam centres in the state of Assam |
| Bengali | Offered at exam centres in the state of West Bengal |
| Gujarati | Offered at centres in Gujarat, Daman and Dadra and Nagar Haveli |
| Malayalam | Offered at exam centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep |
| Kannada | Offered at exam centres in the state of Karnataka |
| Marathi | Offered at exam centres in the state of Maharashtra |
| Oria | Offered at exam centres in the state of Orissa |
| Tamil | Offered at exam centres in the state of Tamil Nadu |
| Telugu | Available at centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana |
| Urdu | Available at select centres, verify during registration |
| Punjabi | Available at centres in Punjab, Chandigarh and Delhi |
NEET UG 2025 Syllabus
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NEET 2025 syllabus on the Official Website. The syllabus is designed by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and according to the syllabus, class 11th and class 12th Physics, Chemistry and Biology NCERT textbooks are extremely important for the preparation of the exam.
The NEET exam focuses on concept-based and application-based questions, so the candidates need to be thorough with the NCERT textbooks as 80% of the NEET question paper is directly or indirectly from NCERT.
Is the syllabus reduced for NEET 2025?
Yes, The syllabus has been reduced for NEET UG 2025. The number of chapters have been reduced from 97 to 79, which means there has been a reduction of approximately 18%.
NEET UG 2025 Subject Wise Weightage
The three subjects for the NEET preparation are Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Biology being the most scoring subject with the highest weightage of 50%.
The NEET 2025 exam subject wise weightage is as follows:
| Subjects | Weightage (%) |
|---|---|
| Physics | 25% |
| Chemistry | 25% |
| Biology | 50% |
Important Topics for NEET 2025
The subject wise important topics for NEET 2025 are as follows:
| Subjects | Class 11th Important Topics | Class 12th Important Topics |
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NEET UG 2025 Preparation Tips
NEET 2025 is expected to be tough, but students who apply the right preparation strategy will be able to crack the exam.
Below listed are few tips to boost your preparation:
| Particulars | Preparation Tips |
|---|---|
| Understand the Syllabus | Focus on NCERT for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Classes 11 & 12). |
| Create a Study Plan | Divide time for all subjects; prioritize weak topics |
| Refer to Best Books | Use NCERT and standard reference books like MTG, HC Verma, etc. |
| Practice Mock Tests | Attempt regular mock tests and previous years' question papers. |
| Revise Regularly | Allocate daily time for revision; focus on high-weightage topics |
| Time Management | Practice solving questions within the exam duration (3 hours 20 mins). |
| Focus on Biology | Prioritize Biology; it carries 50% weightage in NEET |
| Clarify Doubts | Seek help from teachers or peers for challenging concepts |
| Healthy Lifestyle | Maintain a balanced diet, exercise, and get adequate sleep. |
| Stay Consistent | Study consistently and avoid last-minute preparation. |
Check: NEET 2025 Preparation Tips
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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