National Testing Agency (NTA) has stated that NEET (UG) 2025 will take the pre-COVID format of examinations similar to the original format tested before pandemic-related modifications. This update has been shared by the NTA on behalf of the National Medical Commission.
Official Notice by NTA 2025
Contents
- 1 Key Updates for NEET (UG) 2025
- 2 Important Advisory for Aspirants
- 3 FAQs
- 4 What is the new question paper pattern for NEET (UG) 2025?
- 5 Will Section B with optional questions still be available?
- 6 What is the total duration of the NEET (UG) 2025 examination?
- 7 Why have optional questions and additional time been removed?
- 8 What is the marking scheme for NEET 2025?
- 9 What subjects are covered in the NEET 2025 syllabus?
Key Updates for NEET (UG) 2025
Question Paper Format:
- The question paper will include 180 compulsory questions.
- There will be 45 questions each for Physics and Chemistry, and 90 questions for Biology.
- The provision for optional questions, which was introduced temporarily during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been discontinued.
Exam Duration:
- The overall examination time will be 180 min (3 h).
- The additional time granted during the COVID-19 period has been removed.
Important Advisory for Aspirants
Candidates are advised to prepare according to this revised pattern and stay informed through the official NTA website (https://neet.nta.nic.in). For any queries, aspirants can contact NTA at 011-40759000 or email neetug2025@nta.ac.in.
FAQs
What is the new question paper pattern for NEET (UG) 2025?
The NEET (UG) 2025 question paper will consist of 180 compulsory questions—45 each in Physics and Chemistry and 90 in Biology. There will be no optional questions.
Will Section B with optional questions still be available?
No, the provision for optional questions introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic has been removed. All 180 questions are compulsory.
What is the total duration of the NEET (UG) 2025 examination?
The total duration of the examination will be 180 minutes (3 hours).
Why have optional questions and additional time been removed?
The NTA has reverted to the pre-COVID exam format, removing the temporary provisions that were introduced during the pandemic for flexibility.
What is the marking scheme for NEET 2025?
Candidates will receive 4 marks for every correct answer, and 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect response. No marks will be awarded or deducted for unanswered questions.
What subjects are covered in the NEET 2025 syllabus?
The NEET 2025 syllabus includes topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as prescribed by the NMC (National Medical Commission).