The National Testing Agency i.e. NTA is conducting National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Under-Graduation abbreviated as NEET UG for giving admissions to students in MBBS, BDS and AYUSH courses of 2023 session. NEET UG examination is expected to commence on 7th May, 2023 i.e. Sunday and the registration for the same has been started from 1 March, 2023. According to the NEET UG eligibility criteria, all the students should have passed their 12th standard with PCB subjects i.e. Physics, Chemistry and Biology. The languages in which NEET UG examination will be conducted are as follows: Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. Read the article in order to gain overall understanding about the registration process, documents required, syllabus, application fees, examination, counseling, etc.
NEET UG 2023: Highlights
| Description | Details |
| Exam Name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test |
| Abbreviation | NEET UG |
| Conducting Authority | NTA (National Testing Agency) |
| Registration Date | 1 March, 2023 |
| Registration Mode | Online |
| Examination Date | 7 March, 2023 |
| Examination Mode | Offline, pen-paper based (OMR sheets will be provided) |
| Duration of the Exam | 3 Hours and 20 Minutes |
| Question Paper Type | MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Total Questions & Answers Attempted | Total questions = 200 and Answers Attempted = 180 |
| Total Marks | 720 Marks |
| Eligibility | Completed 12th standard with PCB background |
| Age Required | 17 years or above |
| Examination Level | National Level/ Pan India Level |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
NEET UG 2023: Notification
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released its notification regarding the NEET UG examination. Some important notifications are mentioned below:
- Registration for NEET UG will start from 1 March, 2023.
- Only those students who have completed their 12th standard with PCB (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) stream will be eligible for the examination and only they are allowed to register themselves.
- Students will get 1 month time to fill the registration forms.
- Admit cards will only be issued to those students who have successfully completed their registration forms.
NEET UG 2023: Eligibility Criteria
In order to check whether you are eligible for NEET UG examination or not, you must read all the criterias carefully. The eligibility criteria for NEET UG 2023 examination are mentioned below:
- Students must have completed their 12th standard with science background having specific subjects like PCB i.e. Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
- Minimum 45% marks are required in order to apply for the NEET UG examination.
- Applicants must be between 17 to 25 years of age (on or before 31st December of the same year) if they belong to General Category and they must be between 17 to 30 years old if they belong to SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD Category.
- NRI or OCI card holders can also apply for this examination under the 15% AIQ (All India Quota) seats.
- Make sure you have secured a minimum 45% in class 12th and your result has to be declared before the commencement of the NEET UG examination.
NEET UG 2023: Number of Attempts
Candidates may appear for the NEET UG examination as many times as they desire unless they reach the maximum age limit.
NEET UG 2023: Guidelines to Apply Online
In order to apply online for NEET UG 2023 examination, you must read all the guidelines mentioned below:
- Go to the official website of NEET UG i.e. neet.nta.nic.in.
- Under the e-services section, tap on NEET UG 2023 registration link.
- Register using a mobile number and create a strong password to access the application form.
- Fill up the registration form. All the details should be carefully filled in.
- Verify the details you have filled in and upload your photograph and left and right thumb impression with self attested signature.
- Submit your application and pay the registration fees.
- Download your Application Form for future reference.
- Congratulations! You have successfully registered yourself.
NEET UG 2023: Documents Required
While filling up the NEET UG 2023 application forms, students will need the following documents as mentioned below:
- Passport size photograph.
- Signature.
- Left and right thumb impression.
- 10th certificate.
- 12th certificate.
- Category certificate.
- PwD certificate.
- Citizenship certificate, embassy certificate, any proof of citizenship.
NEET UG 2023: Registration Fees
| Category Type | Registration Fees |
| General/ UR | ₹ 1600/- |
| EWS/ OBC-NCL | ₹ 1500/- |
| SC/ ST | ₹ 900/- |
| PwD | ₹ 900/- |
| Transgender | ₹ 900/- |
| NRI/ OCI card holder | ₹ 8500/- |
NEET UG 2023: Marking Scheme
The marking scheme of NEET UG 2023 is simple. Every correct answer will be rewarded with 4 marks while there will be deduction of 1 mark for every incorrect answer and 0 marks will be deducted or awarded for any unattempted question.
Refer to the table mentioned below in order to understand the marking scheme to be followed in the NEET UG 2023 examination.
| S No. | Subjects | Sections | Total Questions | Each Question carries 4 marks | Type of Questions |
| 1 | Physics | Section-A | 35 | 140 |
MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Section-B | 15 | 40 | |||
| 2 | Chemistry | Section-A | 35 | 140 | |
| Section-B | 15 | 40 | |||
| 3 | Botany | Section-A | 35 | 140 | |
| Section-B | 15 | 40 | |||
| 4 | Zoology | Section-A | 35 | 140 | |
| Section-B | 15 | 40 | |||
| Total Marks | 720 | ||||
NEET UG 2023: Syllabus
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has recommended the NEET UG syllabus for all NEET aspirants. NEET syllabus includes the topics from the Class 11th and 12th Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects.
Refer to the subject-wise tables below in order to understand the syllabus for NEET UG 2023.
Physics Syllabus for NEET UG 2023
| Class XI | Class XII |
| Physical World & Measurement | Electrostatics |
| Kinematics | Current Electricity |
| Laws of Motion | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
| Work, Energy & Power | Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Currents |
| Motion of System of Particles & Rigid Body | Electromagnetic Waves |
| Gravitation | Optics |
| Properties of Bulk Matter | Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
| Thermodynamics, Oscillations and Waves | Atoms and Nuclei |
| Behavior of Perfect Gas & Kinetic Theory | Electronic Devices |
Chemistry Syllabus for NEET UG 2023
| Class XI | Class XII |
| Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry | Solid State |
| Structure of Atom | Solutions |
| Classification of Elements & Periodicity in Properties | Electrochemistry |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | Chemical Kinetics |
| States of Matter: Gases and Liquids | Surface Chemistry |
| Thermodynamics | General Principles & Processes of Isolation of Elements |
| Equilibrium | p-Block Elements |
| Redox Reactions | d and f Block Elements |
| Hydrogen | Coordination Compounds |
| s-Block elements (Alkali & Alkaline Earth Metals) | Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
| Some p-Block Elements | Alcohols, Pherons and Ethers |
| Organic Chemistry-Some Basic Principles & Techniques | Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids |
| Hydrocarbons | Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen |
| Environmental Chemistry | Biomolecules, Polymers and Chemistry in Everyday Life |
Biology Syllabus for NEET UG 2023
| Class XI | Class XII |
| Diversity in Living World | Reproduction |
| Structural Organization in Animals & Plants | Genetics and Evolution |
| Cell Structure and Function | Biology and Human Welfare |
| Plant Physiology | Biotechnology and its Applications |
| Human Physiology | Ecology and Environment |
All the above mentioned things should be kept in mind while applying and appearing for the NEET UG 2023. Make sure to upload all the documents as asked by the NTA. Getting admission in one of the medical colleges in India is a dream of NEET aspirants, hence you must speed up your preparation in order to get shortlisted for your desired course in the best medical college of India.
All the best to everyone!
