NEET also known as National Eligibility cum Entrance Test is a qualifying exam for medical seats all over India. It is conducted once every year by NTA ( National Testing Agency). This exam is a key to all prestigious national and state level medical institutes offering various medical courses like MBBS, BDS, etc.
For candidates aspiring to be doctors, this exam is the doorway. Medical profession is greatly respected by everyone and everywhere in the society. Although it is not very easy to become a doctor as it is a long process where a candidate has to complete his/her 5 year graduation course along with compulsory internship or practice. Aspirants need to be greatly patient and dedicated to pursue the medical line.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) for NEET Exam 2021
What is NEET and who conducts it?
What are the new changes in NEET 2021
Section 14 of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019 provides for holding of a common and uniform National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) for admission to the undergraduate medical courses in all medical institutions including those governed under any other law.
Thus, the admission to MBBS course in AIIMS, New Delhi, JIPMER and all AIIMS like Institutions will be made through NEET. The eligibility criteria applicable to appear in NEET (UG) shall also be applicable to the candidates desirous to take admission to INIs like AIIMS.
Similarly, the criteria for minimum qualifying marks to be eligible for admission to MBBS course shall also be applicable to INIs. Further, the common counselling for admission to MBBS course in these INIs shall be conducted by the DGHS as per the Time Schedule specified in the MCI’s regulations.
Does the admissions in AIIMS and JIPMER happen through NEET-UG in 2021?
What are the eligibility requirements for NEET Exam?
- Should be a citizen of India, Non-Resident of India (NRI), Over seas Citizen of India (OCI), Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) or Foreign Nationals.
- Should have passed class 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English.
- Candidates appearing for class 12th can also apply.
- The minimum eligibility age is 17 years and there is no maximum limit.
How can one apply for NEET Exam?
Is there any application fee for NEET Exam? If yes, what is the mode of payment?
Yes, there is an application fee which varies depending on the category of the candidate:
- General/OBC- ₹15,00
- General-EWS/OBC-NCL- ₹14,00
- SC/ST/PWD- ₹800
How many attempts is a candidate allowed for NEET Exam?
Is there any way to make a correction in the application form in case of a mistake?
In what language is the paper for NEET set?
There is a provision for vernacular paper for certain states. The languages in which paper is set include:
- English
- Hindi
- Bengali
- Assamese
- Gujarati
- Marathi
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Oriya
- Kannada
- Urdu
Is there a provision of negative marking in NEET Exam?
What is the paper pattern for NEET Exam?
The paper consists of MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions). It has four sections:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Zoology
- Botany
Each of these sections is for 180 marks and consists of 45 questions each. The duration of the exam is 3 hours.
Does NEET follow any reservation system?
Yes, there is a reservation system in NEET and it is as follows:
- General-EWS -10%
- SC-15%
- ST- 7.5%
- OBC-NCL-27%
- PWD- 5%
What syllabus is prescribed for NEET Exam?
Below is the list of all the topics included in class 11th NEET Physics syllabus.
Class 11 Physics Syllabus for NEET 2020 |
Physical-world and measurement |
Kinematics |
Laws of motion |
Work, Energy and Power |
Motion of systems of particles and rigid body |
Gravitation |
Properties of bulk matter |
Thermodynamics |
Behaviour of Perfect gas and Kinetic theory |
Oscillations and Waves |
Below is the list of all the topics included in class 12th NEET Physics syllabus.
NEET Physics Syllabus for Class 12 |
Electro statistics |
Current Electricity |
Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents |
Electromagnetic waves |
Optics |
Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
Atoms and Nuclei |
Electronic devices |
Syllabus for NEET- Chemistry
Below is the list of all the topics included in class 11th NEET Chemistry syllabus.
Class 11 Syllabus |
Unit I: Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry |
Unit II: Structure of Atom |
Unit III: Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties |
Unit IV: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure |
Unit V: States of Matter: Gases and Liquids |
Unit VI: Thermodynamics |
Unit VII: Equilibrium |
Unit VIII: Redox Reactions |
Unit IX: Hydrogen |
Unit X: s-Block Element (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals) |
Unit XI: Some p-Block Elements |
Unit XII: Organic Chemistry- Some Basic Principles and Techniques |
Unit XIII: Hydrocarbons |
Unit XIV: Environmental Chemistry |
Below is the list of all the topics included in class 12th NEET Chemistry syllabus.
Class 12 Syllabus |
Unit I: Solid State |
Unit II: Solutions |
Unit III: Electrochemistry |
Unit IV: Chemical Kinetics |
Unit V: Surface Chemistry |
Unit VI: General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
Unit VII: p-Block Elements |
Unit VIII: d and f Block Elements |
Unit IX: Coordination Compounds |
Unit X: Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
Unit XI: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers |
Unit XII: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids |
Unit XIII: Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen |
Unit XIV: Biomolecules |
Unit XV: Polymers |
Unit XVI: Chemistry in Everyday Life |
Syllabus For NEET- Biology
Below is the list of all the topics included in class 11th NEET Biology syllabus.
NEET 2020 Biology Syllabus Class 11 (Botany and Zoology) |
Unit I – Diversity in Living World |
Unit II – Structural Organization in Plants and Animals |
Unit III – Cell Structure and Function |
Unit IV – Plant Physiology |
Unit V – Human Physiology |
Below is the list of all the topics included in class 12th NEET Biology syllabus.
NEET 2020 Biology Syllabus Class 12 (Botany and Zoology) |
Unit I – Reproduction |
Unit II – Genetics and Evolution |
Unit III – Biology and Human Welfare |
Unit IV – Biotechnology and its Applications |
Unit V – Ecology and Environment |
How to Prepare for NEET 2021?
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