NEET UG Counselling Schedule has been released! This is in reference to Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Assam and Karnataka Circles.  The NEET exam was conducted on 17th July 2022. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the NEET for admission to medical education, with the approval of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. The official notification for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) is released on the official website of the NTA. Here are the major highlights of this official notification:

• The counselling for Maharashtra and Assam Circle had begun on 17th October 2022 and for Karnataka Circle, counselling started on 14th October 2022.
• NEET-UG has been conducted every year since 2013 by NTA for admission of candidates in medical colleges. 
• The candidates were allowed to apply from 6th April 2022 to 15th May 2022.
• Those who have completed 17 years of age at the time of admission or will complete that age on or before 31 December of the year of his/her admission to the first year of Undergraduate Medical Course will be eligible for the NEET exam.

• Candidates should fill the online application form for the NEET Exam available on the NTA website.

In this article, we have compiled all the important details regarding the NEET Exam 2022 and towards the end, we have listed a few common queries regarding the exam.

NEET 2022 – Important Information:

Download the Official NEET 2022 Notification PDF Here!

NEET Latest Updates

7th November 2022: NEET UG Counselling Schedule for Madhya Pradesh Out!

The NEET UG Counselling Schedule has been released for the Madhya Pradesh. The candidates can fill the choice from 17th to 20th November 2022. Check the official notice below.

Check NEET UG Counselling Schedule Notice for Madhya Pradesh

11th October 2022: NEET UG Counselling Schedule Out!

The NEET UG Counselling Schedule has been released for Assam, Maharashtra and Karnataka Circles. The counselling session for Maharashtra and Assam will begin on 17th October 2022 and for Karnataka session, it will begin on 14th October 2022. Check out the direct links below. Also, check out complete central and all state counselling schedule notice below.

Download NEET Counselling Schedule Notice (Central & All States)

Direct Link to Check NEET Counselling (Karnataka)

Direct Link to Check NEET Counselling (Maharashtra)

Download NEET Counselling Schedule (Assam)

7th September 2022: NEET Result and Final Answer key Out!

The NEET Result and Final has been released for the exam which was held on 17th July 2022. The candidates needs Application Number and Date of Birth to check the result. Below is the direct link to check the result. The direct link to check the final answer key PDF is also mentioned below.

Direct Link to Check NEET Result

Direct Link to Check NEET Final Answer Key

Download NEET Result Notice & Highlights

30th August 2022: NEET Answer Key and OMR Sheet Out!

The NEET Answer Key and response sheet has been released. The candidates can challenge the answer key till 2nd September 2022. Below is the direct link to check the answer key and OMR Sheet.

Direct Link to Check NEET Answer key and Response Sheet

Check NEET Answer Key Notice

25th August 2022: NEET Answer Key and Result Release Dates Out!

The National Test Agency has released NEET Answer Key and Result release dates for the exam which was held on 17th July 2022. The answer key will be released on 30th August 2022 and the result will be released on 7th September 2022. Check the official notice below.

Check NEET Answer Key and Result Release Dates Notice

12th July 2022: NEET Admit Card Out!

The UGC NEET Admit Card has been released. Below is the direct link to download the admit card. The candidates can download the admit card using Application Number, Date of Birth and Security Pin.

Direct Link to Download NEET Admit Card

11th July 2022: NEET Admit Card Release Date Out!

The UGC NEET Admit Card release date has been out. The admit card will be released on 12th July 2022. The exam is going to be held on 17th July 2022. Check the official notice below.

Check NEET Admit Card Release Date Notice

29th June 2022: Link to check NEET Centre City Active!

UGC NEET link to check centre city information has been activated. Candidates appearing for the NEET UG Exam can now check the exam centre city allotted to them using the direct link given below. Candidates must note that this is not the exam admit card.

Direct Link to Check Information for Allotment of Centre City to the Applicant

NEET – Apply Online

In this process, you have to apply online for the NEET by filling in your details and uploading the required documents. After payment of fees, take a printout of the NEET application form which will be used for reference in the upcoming stages of the selection process. Candidates have to be ready with the following prerequisite before applying:

• Active Mobile Number to receive Enrolment No, SMS-based notifications/communications related to the exam..
• Computer with internet connectivity.
• passport size photograph (jpg file size: 10 kb to 200 kb); post card size photograph (4”x6”) (jpg file size: 10 kb – 200 kb)
• Signature (jpg file size: 4kb – 30kb); left hand thumb impression (jpg file size:10 kb-200 kb)
• Class X pass certificate (pdf file size: 50 kb to 300kb)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS etc.); (pdf file size: 50kb to 300kb) & PwBD certificate (pdf file size: 50kb to 300kb)
• Citizenship certificate/Embassy certificate or any Documentary proof of Citizenship certificate in PDF format (file size: 50 kb to 300 kb),
• Debit/ Credit card for online fee payment.

One has to choose the examination center. The change of examination center will not be entertained once the online application form has been submitted. Submission of more than one application by the same applicant is strictly prohibited and, in such conditions, the application will be rejected.

How to Apply Online for the NEET Exam?

Step 1: Visit the official website of NEET.

Step 2: Click on “Fill Registration Form”

Step 3: Click the "New Registration" link, if you are registering for the 1st Time. All the registered candidates have to sign in with an application number and password.

Step 4: After successfully registering click on sign in.

Step 5: Fill the online application form and kindly note down the application no. generated by the system.

Step 6:Upload all the required documents.

Step 7: Clicking on the “Preview” button will open an alert to preview your registration details. Click “OK” to proceed.

Step 8: In the last step, pay the required fees for the exam by clicking on the “Pay Online”. After successful payment, keep the paid proof safely for further reference. 

Step 9: Download, save and print copies of Confirmation Page after successful remittance of fee and keep copies safely for future reference.

NEET Application Fee

Given below are all the details regarding the fee payable by candidates who wish to appear for NEET

*Processing charges & Goods and Services Tax (GST) are to be paid by the candidate as applicable

NEET 2022 Selection Process

NEET will be conducted only in one stage. The offline test will comprise of four subjects. Each subject will consist of two sections. Section A will consist of 35 Questions and Section B will have 15 questions, out of these 15 Questions, candidates can choose to attempt any 10 Questions. So, the total number of questions and utilization of time will remain the same. All the candidates who successfully clear the cut-offs of the respective medical colleges are eligible to join that college at the discretion of the college authority. Admissions to all seats of Undergraduate Medical / Dental Courses will be done through NEET (UG) – 2022. The following are the seats available under different quotas: 

• All India Quota Seats 
• State Government Quota Seats 
• Central Institutions/Universities/Deemed Universities 
• State/Management/NRI Quota Seats in Private Medical / Dental Colleges or any Private University 
• Central Pool Quota Seats 
• All seats including NRI Quota as well as Management Quota, in private unaided/aided minority / non-minority medical colleges.
• AIIMS Institutes across India/JIPMER.

NEET 2022 Eligibility Criteria

The candidate must ensure that he/she fulfills the NEET eligibility criteria set by NTA. Any candidate who does not meet any of the eligibility criteria, his/her application will be rejected by the authority, and application fees will neither be refunded nor adjusted.

Age Limit

He/she has completed 17 years of age at the time of admission or will complete that age on or before 31 December of the year of his/her admission to the first year Undergraduate Medical Course. The candidates born on or before 31.12.2005 can apply for the exam.

Educational Qualifications

The basic Education qualifications required for this are:

• The candidate must have appeared for the 12th class examination which is considered as a qualifying examination to sit for the NEET. If any candidate did not pass the 12th examination, he/she is not eligible to take admission in Undergraduate Medical Courses. 

OR

• Candidate must have Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology (which shall include practical tests in these subjects) and Mathematics or any other elective subject with English at a level not less than the core course for English

OR

• The Intermediate/Pre-degree Examination in Science of an Indian University/Board or other recognized examining body with Physics, Chemistry, Biology /Biotechnology (which shall include practical test in these subjects) and also English as a compulsory subject.

OR

• The Pre-professional/Pre-medical Examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English after passing either the Higher Secondary Examination or the Pre-University or an equivalent examination. The Preprofessional/Pre-medical examination shall include practical tests in these subjects and also English as a compulsory subject.

OR

• The first year of the three years degree course of a recognized University with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology including practical tests in these subjects provided the examination is a University Examination and candidate has passed the earlier qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology with English at a level not less than a core course.

OR

• B.Sc. Examination of an Indian University provided that he/she has passed the B.Sc. Examination with not less than two of the subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany, Zoology)/Biotechnology and further that he/ she has passed the earlier qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.

Nationality

• A resident of India, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), and Foreign Nationals are eligible for admission in Medical /Dental Colleges hence they can sit for the NEET examination. 

NEET 2022 Syllabus

The NEET Exam Syllabus is released by the NTA. Understanding the pattern of the NEET Exam syllabus is crucial as it will help you in formulating a balanced strategy to tackle the exam.

Physics NEET Syllabus:

Chemistry NEET Syllabus:

Biology NEET Syllabus:

NEET Exam Pattern 2022

The Test pattern of NEET (UG)-2022 comprises four subects. Each subject will consist of two sections. Section A will consist of 35 Questions and Section B will have 15 questions, out of these 15 Questions, candidates can choose to attempt any 10 Questions. So, the total number of questions and utilization of time will remain the same. 

The pattern for the NEET (UG)-2022 Examination for admission in the Session 2022 is as follows:

NEET 2022 Exam Date

The official date for the NEET Exam is 17th July 2022. All changes in the exam schedule will be updated on the Natation Testing Agency website. 

NEET 2022 Admit Card

The NEET Exam Admit Card is released by the National Testing Agency.

Follow the steps mentioned below to successfully download the NEET Exam admit card:

or

Step 1: Visit the official website.

Step 2: Scroll to the bottom of the home page. You will find the download Admit Card link there. 

Step 3: Enter the login details like username and password. Click on the “Download Admit Card” As you click it you will be redirected to a new page.

Step 4: Save the NEET Exam Admit Card and take a print of it. 

NEET 2022 Cut Offs

The NEET cut-off marks vary every year as there are a lot of factors determining it. The cut-off marks announcement depends on which medical college you are willing to apply to. The cut-off marks are different for every community category. Given below are factors over which cutoff depends:

• The total number of candidates: If there are a lot of candidates who have applied for an examination, then the Cut Off increases due to an increase in competition.
• The difficulty level of the exam: If the written test is difficult i.e. it has a greater number of hard questions than the moderate or easy questions, the Cut Off decreases accordingly.
• Performance of the candidates: Depending on how well most of the candidates who took the exam have performed, the cut-off for medical college is likely to vary that year.

Check the category-wise NEET Qualifying Criteria below

NEET 2022 Answer Key

The NEET Exam Final Answer key has been released. It assists the aspirants who want to refer to the answer and estimate their chances of selection. The transparency in the entire selection process is restored by the release of the answer key. One can analyze their answers and calculate their marks using the answer key. If any candidate scores above the cut-off mark estimated for any medical college, they can make their further preparation for the next stage of the selection process. 

Follow these steps to download the NEET Answer key:

Step 1: Open the NEET NTA website.

Step 2: Scroll to the bottom of the home page.

Step 3: You will find the "NEET Final Answer Key"

Step 4: Click on it.

Step 5: The answer key will be flashed on your screen.

Step 6: Download and take a printout of the answer key for future reference. 

How to Prepare for NEET 2022?

The NEET exams have always been the first choice for aspirants who are preparing to get into prestigious medical colleges. There are various other favorable factors because of which we see a surge in the number of applicants applying for NEET. With the competition increasing in the coming time, an applicant must have the right strategy to prepare for the exam. Here we are providing you a complete guide on how to prepare for the NEET Exam 2022. 

• Study the exam Syllabus carefully and scrutinize the exam difficulty level by solving the previous year's actual papers.
• Segregate Topics which are your strength and weakness.
• Take up Strong topics first as they will consume less time. Brush up all the concepts and Formulas of the related topic.
• Practice Mock tests so as to get the feel of the actual exam. This will also help in increasing your accuracy and speed.
• Analyze your mocks test and note your improvements. 
• Make quick notes for revision. 
• Divide your time equally among all the subjects. 

Recommended Books for NEET Exam 2022

Here are some of the most important NEET Books. We highly recommend you go through the list. 

Books for Physics

• Concepts of Physics by NCERT. 
• NCERT Physics Textbooks
• DC Pandey Objective Physics for NEET by DC Pandey.

Books for Chemistry

• NCERT Chemistry Textbooks by NCERT.
• GRB A Textbook of Physical Chemistry for NEET by O.P Tandon 
• Elementary Problems in Organic Chemistry for NEET by M.S Chauhan 

Books for Biology

• NCERT Biology of Class XI and XII

• Trueman's Objective Biology for NEET – Vol. I & II by Trueman’s Publication. 

• Objective NCERT at your FINGERTIPS for NEET-AIIMS – Biology by MGT Publication.

NEET 2022 Result

The NEET Results are declared following the release of the official answer key for the examination. Post the declaration of the result, qualified candidates who have achieved the cut-off marks are eligible to apply for their respective Medical Colleges. 

Here we assist you with the detailed steps to check your results on the official website of NTA:

Step 1: Visit the official website of NTA NEET. 

Step 2: Scroll to the bottom of the home page and you will find NEET-UG Result. 

Step 3: Click on the NEET UG Result link.

Step 4: Enter all the required credentials.

Step 5: Your result will be displayed on the screen. 

Step 7: If the page takes longer to load there might be some server error. In such a case wait for some time or try reloading the page again later.

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