Overview
NEET UG 2027, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is India’s central medical entrance exam for admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, BSc Nursing and other allied undergraduate medical courses. Every year lakhs of candidates compete for seats in government and private medical colleges. This guide summarizes expected dates, eligibility, application steps, exam pattern, preparation tips, counselling and other important details for NEET 2027.
Key highlights
– Exam name: NEET UG 2027
– Conducting body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
– Level: National
– Courses: MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, BSc Nursing, etc.
– Mode: Pen-and-paper (offline)
– Duration: 3 hours
– Total questions: 180
– Total marks: 720
– Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
– Official site: nta.ac.in
Expected schedule (tentative)
– Notification release: January 2027
– Registration opens: February 2027
– Last date to apply: March 2027
– Correction window: March 2027
– Admit card release: April 2027
– Exam date: May 2027
– Provisional answer key: June 2027
– Result declaration: June 2027
– Counselling begins: July/August 2027
Note: All dates are provisional. Check NTA updates for official announcements.
Eligibility criteria
– Minimum age: 17 years by December 31, 2027. There is currently no upper age limit.
– Educational qualification: Class 12 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English.
– Minimum qualifying marks in Class 12 vary by category and for eligibility to appear: broadly 50% for General, 45% for PwD, 40% for OBC/SC/ST. Follow NMC/NTA notifications for exact eligibility norms.
Registration: how to apply
– Apply online on the NTA portal using a valid email and mobile number.
– Fill personal and academic details, upload scanned documents and photographs as per specifications, and pay the application fee.
Required documents (scanned copies)
– Recent passport-size photograph
– Candidate signature
– Class 10 certificate (for DOB proof)
– Class 12 mark sheet or certificate
– Category certificate (if applicable)
– Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, passport, etc.)
Application fee (expected)
– General: ₹1700
– OBC / EWS: ₹1600
– SC / ST / PwD: ₹1000
Fees and category rates are indicative; verify on the official notification.
Exam pattern
– Total questions: 180 (Physics 45, Chemistry 45, Biology 90)
– Total marks: 720
– Question type: Multiple choice questions (single best answer)
– Duration: 3 hours
– Marking scheme: +4 for each correct answer, -1 for each incorrect answer, 0 for unattempted.
Syllabus
– Based primarily on Class 11 and 12 syllabi for Physics, Chemistry and Biology. NCERT textbooks are the core reference.
Preparation tips and strategy
– Master NCERT: Thoroughly read and revise NCERT books for Biology and Chemistry; cover fundamentals for Physics as well.
– Make a realistic study plan with daily targets and weekly revisions.
– Solve previous years’ question papers (PYQs) and topic-wise questions to understand exam trends.
– Take regular full-length timed mock tests to build speed and accuracy and to practice time management.
– Identify weak topics and revise them consistently; maintain concise notes and formula sheets.
– For Biology, practice diagrams; for Chemistry, focus on reactions and mechanisms; for Physics, solve conceptual and numerical problems.
Smart study checklist
1. Complete NCERT thoroughly.
2. Practice multiple-choice questions daily.
3. Attempt full-syllabus mock tests weekly.
4. Revise weak chapters every week.
5. Solve past 10–15 years’ NEET papers.
Recommended books
– Physics: HC Verma, DC Pandey series
– Chemistry: NCERT Chemistry, OP Tandon
– Biology: NCERT Biology, Trueman’s Biology
Supplement with reliable coaching material and test series if needed.
Admit card
– Available online on the NTA website. Download using application number and date of birth.
– Admit card contains exam centre details, reporting time, candidate information and exam day instructions. Carry a printed copy with valid photo ID to the centre.
Answer key and objections
– NTA will issue a provisional answer key after the exam. Candidates can calculate tentative scores and may raise objections within the stipulated window by paying a prescribed fee per question.
– The final answer key will be used to prepare results.
Result and scorecard
– NEET 2027 result is expected in June 2027.
– Scorecard shows marks obtained, percentile, All India Rank (AIR), category rank and qualifying status.
Cutoff
– Cutoff depends on exam difficulty, number of candidates, seats available and reservation policy.
– Expected qualifying percentiles: General — 50th, OBC/SC/ST — around 40th, General-PwD — around 45th. Final cutoffs for admission will be announced after results.
Counselling process
– 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats are filled through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) national rounds.
– 85% state quota seats are managed by respective state authorities.
Counselling steps: registration, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, reporting to allotted college.
Top colleges accepting NEET scores (examples)
– All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
– Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi
– Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), Puducherry
– King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow
– Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
Frequently asked questions
Q: When will NEET 2027 be conducted?
A: NEET 2027 is expected in May 2027; wait for the official NTA notification for the exact date.
Q: Who conducts NEET UG?
A: The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts NEET UG.
Q: Is NEET mandatory for MBBS admission?
A: Yes, NEET is mandatory for MBBS admissions in India.
Q: What is the total mark for NEET?
A: The exam is for 720 marks.
Q: Is there negative marking?
A: Yes, 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Final note
Keep checking the official NTA website for the official notification, exact dates, detailed instructions and any changes in eligibility or pattern. Start early, follow a consistent study plan, and use mock tests and past papers to improve performance.
