Class 11 NEET classroom course
Two-year programme · Durjoy 2029
- Target:
- 2029
- Starting:
- April 2027
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NEET (UG): the complete guide
NEET (UG) is the single national entrance exam for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, veterinary and many nursing courses in India. Here is how the exam works, who can sit it, what to study and when it happens.
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NEET at a glance
- Conducted by
- National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Mode
- Pen and paper (OMR sheet)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Questions
- 180, all compulsory
- Total marks
- 720
- Held
- Once a year, usually in May
- Languages
- 13, including English, Hindi and Bengali
Exam pattern
How the NEET paper is set
One paper, three subjects, all multiple-choice questions.
NEET (UG) paper
3 hours · offline
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 90 | 360 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
Marking scheme
- +4 marks for every correct answer
- −1 mark for every wrong answer
- No marks added or cut for a question left blank
- Marking more than one option counts as a wrong answer
Eligibility
Who can sit NEET
Age
At least 17 years old by 31 December of the admission year. There is no upper age limit.
Subjects in Class 12
Passed, or appearing in, Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English.
Minimum marks
50% in Physics, Chemistry and Biology together for General and EWS, 45% for PwBD and 40% for OBC, SC and ST.
Attempts
There is no limit on the number of attempts.
Syllabus
What you need to study
NEET follows the Class 11 and Class 12 syllabus notified by the National Medical Commission.
How the marks are split
720 marks
Biology
- 90
- Questions
- 360
- Marks
- 50%
- of the paper
How to study it
Biology is half the paper. Read NCERT line by line, including diagrams, tables and examples: many questions come straight from it.
Class 11
5 topicsDiversity in the Living World High weightage
The living world, biological classification, plant kingdom, animal kingdom
Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants
Morphology and anatomy of flowering plants, animal tissues
Cell Structure and Function
The cell, biomolecules, enzymes, cell cycle and cell division
Plant Physiology
Photosynthesis, respiration, plant growth and development
Human Physiology High weightage
Breathing, circulation, excretion, movement, neural and chemical control
Class 12
5 topicsReproduction
Flowering plants, human reproduction, reproductive health
Genetics and Evolution High weightage
Inheritance and variation, molecular basis of inheritance, evolution
Biology and Human Welfare
Human health and disease, microbes in human welfare
Biotechnology and Its Applications
Principles, processes and applications
Ecology and Environment High weightage
Organisms and populations, ecosystem, biodiversity and conservation
Physics
- 45
- Questions
- 180
- Marks
- 25%
- of the paper
How to study it
Learn each concept, then solve numericals on it the same day. Formulas alone are not enough: most questions test how you apply them.
Class 11
10 topicsPhysics and Measurement
Kinematics
Laws of Motion High weightage
Work, Energy and Power High weightage
Rotational Motion High weightage
Gravitation
Properties of Solids and Liquids
Thermodynamics High weightage
Kinetic Theory of Gases
Oscillations and Waves
Class 12
10 topicsElectrostatics High weightage
Current Electricity High weightage
Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism
Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents
Electromagnetic Waves
Optics High weightage
Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation
Atoms and Nuclei High weightage
Electronic Devices
Experimental Skills
Chemistry
- 45
- Questions
- 180
- Marks
- 25%
- of the paper
How to study it
Read NCERT closely for Inorganic, learn reaction mechanisms for Organic, and practise numericals for Physical Chemistry.
Class 11
10 topicsSome Basic Concepts in Chemistry
Atomic Structure
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure High weightage
Chemical Thermodynamics High weightage
Equilibrium High weightage
Redox Reactions
Classification of Elements and Periodicity
Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds
Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry High weightage
Hydrocarbons High weightage
Class 12
11 topicsSolutions
Electrochemistry High weightage
Chemical Kinetics
p-Block Elements High weightage
d- and f-Block Elements
Coordination Compounds High weightage
Organic Compounds Containing Halogens
Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen High weightage
Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen
Biomolecules
Principles Related to Practical Chemistry
Chapters marked “High weightage” have usually carried more questions in past papers. Every chapter can be asked, so leave none out.
Timeline
The NEET year, step by step
The usual order of events. Exact dates are announced by NTA every year.
Application form
Usually February to March
Fill the form on the NTA NEET website, upload your photo and documents and pay the fee.
Admit card
A few days before the exam
Download it from the NTA website. It shows your exam centre and reporting time.
Exam day
Usually the first Sunday of May
One sitting of 3 hours, in the afternoon.
Result and rank
Usually June
NTA publishes the answer key, then the score and All India Rank.
Counselling
After the result
All India Quota seats through MCC and state quota seats through each state's counselling.
Why PrepMed
How PrepMed prepares you for NEET
Taught by doctors, IITians and senior faculty
Biology is taught by doctors, and Physics, Chemistry and Maths by teachers who have guided students to AIIMS, IITs and NITs.
Weekly tests in the real exam pattern
A test every week with rank and question-wise analysis, so you always know where you stand and what to fix.
A personal mentor for every student
One mentor follows your progress, plans your revision with you and keeps your parents informed.
Doubts cleared the same day
Doubt sessions after class and on the app, so no question is carried to the next chapter.
NEET courses at PrepMed
FAQ
NEET questions, answered
How many times is NEET held in a year?
Once. NEET (UG) is held once a year, usually on the first Sunday of May.
Is there negative marking in NEET?
Yes. You get 4 marks for a correct answer and lose 1 mark for a wrong one. A question left blank scores zero.
Can I sit NEET while I am in Class 12?
Yes. Students appearing in Class 12 in the same year can apply; admission needs you to pass with the required marks.
Is NCERT enough for NEET?
NCERT is the base, especially for Biology and Chemistry. To score high you also need regular practice with exam-level questions and full mock tests, which is what our weekly tests are for.
When should I start preparing?
Most students start in Class 11, because the paper covers Class 11 and Class 12 equally. Starting earlier with a foundation course in Classes 9–10 makes Class 11 much easier.
Does PrepMed offer scholarships for NEET courses?
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Official sources
Exam dates, fees, syllabus and rules are announced by the conducting body each year and can change. Always confirm on the official website before you apply.
Also read
JEE Main & Advanced guide