NEET Exam Calendar 2025 Schedule & NEET Exam Dates By NTA

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to conduct the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) in May 2025. Although the precise dates have not been officially released yet, based on previous trends, the examination is expected to be held in May 2025. As the most crucial entrance exam for aspiring medical students in India and abroad, NEET will allow candidates to secure admissions to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and other medical courses. The application process for NEET 2025 is expected to begin in November 2024, and candidates must apply online via the official portal, exam.nta.ac.in.

NEET Exam Calendar 2025

The NEET Exam Calendar 2025 will provide detailed information regarding the examination timeline, including application start and end dates, correction windows, admit card release, and the exam date. This is vital information for all candidates who are planning to appear for the exam. Additionally, candidates will find the eligibility criteria, application fee details, and the exam pattern in the calendar. Applicants are advised to stay updated by regularly checking the official NTA website for any announcements regarding the NEET 2025 Exam. Here is a comprehensive breakdown of the NEET Exam Calendar 2025, including expected dates for each stage of the process. We have also included detailed information on the eligibility criteria, required documents, and the application process. Please refer to the following tables for a more organized and accessible guide to the NEET 2025 schedule.

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NEET Exam Calendar Key Dates

Event
Date
Notification Date
November 2024
Application Start Date
November 2024
Application End Date
December 2024
Application Corrections Window
January 2025
Exam City Slip Release
April 2025
Admit Card Release
End of April 2025
NEET Exam Date
4 May 2025 (Expected)
Answer Key Release
Around 7 May 2025
Result Date
Last week of May 2025

NEET Application Process

Application Process Step
Years
Notification Release
November 2024
Application Form Availability
November 2024
Online Registration Deadline
December 2024
Correction in Application Form
January 2025
Fee Payment
During application submission
Application Mode
Online only

NEET Exam Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Requirement
Facts
Age Requirement
Minimum age: 17 years as of 31-12-2025
Educational Qualification
12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
Minimum Marks in PCB
50% (General Category), 40% (SC/ST/OBC)
Reserved Category Age Relaxation
Applicable as per government norms

NEET Application Fee

Category
Application Fee
General
₹1700
OBC
₹1600
SC/ST
₹1000
Foreign Students
₹9500

NEET Exam Pattern

Parameter
Details
Mode of Exam
Offline (Pen & Paper-based)
Types of Questions
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Number of Questions
200 questions
Number of Questions to Attempt
180 questions
Total Marks
720 marks
Marks Per Question
4 marks
Negative Marking
1 mark for each incorrect answer
Duration
3 hours 20 minutes

NEET Language Options

Language Option
Details
English
Available
Hindi
Available
Assamese
Available
Bengali
Available
Gujarati
Available
Kannada
Available
Marathi
Available
Oriya
Available
Tamil
Available
Telugu
Available
Urdu
Available
Punjabi
Available

NEET Required Documents

Document Type
Required For
Aadhar Card Details
Proof of identity
Passport Size Photograph
For application form
Scanned Signature
For application form
12th Result Sheet
For educational qualification
Caste Proof (if applicable)
Reserved category candidates
Age Proof
Birth certificate or ID
Nationality Proof
Indian or Foreign status

NEET Exam Cities

Exam City Details
Details
Exam City Slip Release
April 2025
Foreign Exam Centers
Available for foreign students

NEET Admit Card

Admit Card Details
Details
Admit Card Availability
End of April 2025
Download Method
Online from the NTA website
Required Details
Registration number and DOB

NEET Answer Key

Answer Key Release Date
Year
Expected Release Date
7 May 2025
Available on
NTA official website

NEET Result

Result
Facts
Result Declaration Date
Last week of May 2025
Mode of Result Availability
Online via NTA website

NEET Counseling

Counseling 
Details
Start of Counseling
June 2025 (Tentative)
Mode of Counseling
Online and Offline
Documents Required
NEET scorecard, counseling form

NEET Summary

The NEET 2025 exam is one of the most significant medical entrance exams in India and abroad. The exam will likely take place in May 2025, with application forms to be released around November 2024. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria, pay the application fee, and follow the outlined process to appear for the exam. It is crucial for candidates to stay updated with the NTA notifications to ensure timely application submission and other procedures.

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