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My NEET Journey

Hey, I’m Prisha, a two-time NEET aspirant who learned that not all journeys end in a rank, but every journey teaches something. If you're tired of hearing only topper stories, this post is for you. ❔ How I Discovered NEET? I didn’t grow up dreaming of AIIMS or scribbling NEET ranks in my diary.  The first time I ever even heard  the word was in 7th grade when my sibling was transitioning from class 10 to 11. Even then, it was just a word floating around the house, I had no idea what it really meant or how intense it would be. It was only after watching my sibling go through two tough years of preparation that I started to understand the pressure and expectations that came with it. It wasn’t just another exam. It was a full-blown identity crisis in MCQ format. ❔ How I Found Myself On The NEET Path (without even realizing it)? Then came my own turn, the class 11 stream selection. To be very honest, I chose PCB not because I had a clear vision of becoming a doctor, but...
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What is NEET? A Complete Guide

I get it, when I first heard about NEET, all I knew was that it’s “that big exam” for medical students. But what even is NEET? How does it work? What’s the syllabus? The marking scheme ? etc etc. 

This blog is my attempt to answer everything for anyone who wants to understand what NEET is and everything that comes with it, whether you're a confused student, a curious parent or someone simply trying to figure it all out, this is your go-to guide for NEET.


🔖WHAT IS NEET? 



NEET stands for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test. It's a national-level entrance exam in India for students who want to pursue undergraduate courses in -

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
  • BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
  • AYUSH courses (like BAMS, BHMS, BUMS)
  • BSc Nursing 
  • Veterinary Sciences
  • Some Paramedical courses



🔖WHY IS NEET IMPORTANT?

Because NEET is the only entrance exam for medical UG admissions in India (except AIIMS paramedical or other specific courses).

Scoring well in NEET can get you a seat in:

  • Government or private medical colleges
  • Central institutes like AIIMS and JIPMER (now merged under NEET)

🔖WHO CONDUCTS NEET?

NEET is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), usually once a year, generally in first week of May.



🔖WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR NEET?

Students who have passed or are appearing for Class 12 with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). The new guidelines for eligibility criteria says that students having PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Math) with Biotechnology as their additional subject can also sit for this exam.



🔖WHAT IS THE EXAM PATTERN?

  • PHYSICS - 45 questions
  • CHEMISTRY- 45 questions
  • BIOLOGY- 90 questions (Botany + Zoology)
NEET is conducted in offline mode using a pen and paper. Students mark their answers on an OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) sheet using a black or blue ballpoint pen.

There are unlimited number of attempts as of now in NEET exam.


🔖WHAT IS THE SYLLABUS OF NEET EXAM?


Syllabus -  The NEET syllabus is based on the CBSE curriculum of Class 11 and 12 in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

Click to download the official NEET syllabus -


🔖WHAT IS MARKING SCHEME?

Total No. Of Questions - 180 

Total Marks - 720

For each correct answer: +4 marks
For each wrong answer: -1 marks (yes negative marking)
For not attempting a question: 0 marks




🔖COURSES YOU CAN GET THROUGH NEET?

Most of the people think NEET as an exam for MBBS only. But NEET opens doors to more than just one career path. There are a lot of courses you can get through NEET like - 


 1. MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)


            The most popular course through NEET. Leads to a career as a doctor/physician.
            Duration: 5.5 years (including 1-year internship)



 2. BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
            If you dream of becoming a dentist, this is your course. 
            Duration: 5 years (including 1-year internship)



 3. BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)
            Based on Ayurveda, India’s traditional system of medicine. In this course you study modern   medicine plus Ayurvedic practices.
            Duration: 5.5 years





 4. BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery)
            You become a homeopathic practitioner. Focuses on Homeopathy, another alternative system of medicine.
            Duration: 5.5 years




 5. BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery)
            Based on the Unani system of medicine, popular in South Asia.
            Duration: 5.5 years




 6. BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery)
            Based on the Siddha medical system, mainly practiced in Tamil Nadu.
            Duration: 5.5 years



 7. BNYS (Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences)
            A growing field in holistic health and wellness. Which combines natural healing and yoga therapy.
            Duration: 5.5 years




 8. Veterinary Sciences (BVSc & AH – Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry)
            For students who want to become veterinarians. 
            Duration: 5 years





 9. Paramedical Courses (AIIMS, JIPMER & others)
            Though most paramedical courses have their own entrance, some top institutes like AIIMS and state medical colleges also use NEET for:

  • BSc Nursing

  • BSc Paramedical (MLT, Radiology, OT Tech, etc.)

    
 10.  AFMC (Armed Forces Medical College)
             You study MBBS but serve in the Indian Armed Forces post-degree. AFMC uses NEET as the first step. After clearing NEET, you must go through:
  • AFMC screening
  •  A test
  • Interview
  • Medical exam.



🔖IMPORTANT DATES AND TIMELINES -

     Application Form Release 

  • NEET application forms are released online on the official NTA NEET website.

  • You'll need to register, fill in your details, upload documents and pay the fee.


     Application Correction Window

  • A short window (usually a week) is provided to correct mistakes in your application.


     Admit Card Release 

  • Admit cards are available on the NTA website about 2–3 weeks before the exam.

  • You must carry a printed admit card, photo ID and (2) passport size photos to the exam center.


     NEET 2026 Exam Date 

  • The exam is usually conducted on the first Sunday of May.

  • It is a pen-and-paper OMR-based test, held in a single shift across India.


     Result Announcement 

  • Results are declared online.

  • Tentative date for NEET result is generally 14 June.

  • Your scorecard shows marks, percentile, and All India Rank (AIR).


     NEET Counselling Begins

  • After results, the counselling and seat allotment process starts.

  •  It is expected to begin around July–August 2026


🔖NEET COUNSELLING AND SEAT ALLOTMENT -

Once the results are out, those students who get qualified can participate in the process of counselling. There are two kinds of counselling - AIQ  and State Quota 




  1. All India Quota (AIQ):

    • 15% of seats in all government medical/dental colleges are open to students from across India.

    • Conducted by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee).

    • Includes Deemed Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, AMU, BHU, ESIC, AFMC, etc.

    • Conducted in four rounds – Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up Round & Stray Vacancy Round.

    • You register at: mcc.nic.in

  2. State Quota:

    • 85% of seats in state government colleges are reserved for students with state domicile.

    • Each state has its own counselling authority.

    • Examples: Maharashtra CET Cell, Karnataka KEA, Delhi IPU, Kerala KEAM etc.

    • Rules, fees, and cutoffs vary by state.

  3.  Choice Filling and Seat Allotment: After registration, you:

    • Fill choices of colleges and courses in order of preference.

    • Wait for seat allotment based on your rank, choices and seat availability.

    • If allotted, you can accept, upgrade or exit (depending on round rules).


🔖WHAT IT REQUIRES TO QUALIFY NEET AND THE MINDSET REQUIRED FOR IT?

To qualify NEET, you need more than just knowledge. Along with solid academic foundation it requires consistency, smart study, hard work, patience, discipline, focus and self belief. 

NEET is more than just an exam, it’s a journey filled with challenges, discipline and a lot of growth. Whether you’re starting your preparation or just curious about the process, understanding the basics gives you clarity and confidence.




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