NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate)
NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate)
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) or NEET, formerly the All India Pre-Medical Test, is an all India pre-medical entrance test for students who wish to pursue MBBS.
NEET exam is very important because it is the only medical entrance exam conducted in India. This includes the admission to MBBS course in all government medical institutes and also the admissions to AIIMS and JIPMER. As entrance examinations to AIIMS and JIPMER have been replaced by NEET.
NEET 2022 : Exam Pattern
| No. of Questions | 180 |
| Duration of Test | 3 hours |
| Subjects | Questions in NEET UG 2022 will be from Chemistry, Physics, Botany & Zoology |
| Question Paper Language | English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, Oriya, Assamese, Bengali, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada Those who chose paper medium as English will get the test booklet in English language only. For other languages, it will be bilingual (English+ selected language). |
| Marking Scheme | 4 marks will be provided for every correct attempt 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer No overall deductions will be made. |
Exam Pattern in General
| Subjects | No. of Question | Total Marks |
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Botany | 45 | 180 |
| Zoology | 45 | 180 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
NEET 2022 Biology Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme
| Subject | Total Marks | Number of questions | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botany | Sec A: 140 | Sec A: 35 |
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| Sec B: 40 | Sec B: 15 | ||
| Zoology | Sec A: 140 | Sec A: 35 | |
| Sec B: 40 | Sec B: 15 | ||
| Total | 360 | 90 |
NEET Chemistry Exam Pattern 2022: Marking Scheme
| Subject | Total Marks | Number of questions | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | Sec A: 140 | Sec A: 35 | +4 marks will be awarded for each correct response -1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect response |
| Sec B: 40 | Sec B: 15 | Internal Choice in Section B to attempt any 10 questions |
NEET Physics Exam Pattern 2022: Marking Scheme
| Subject | Total Marks | Number of questions | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Sec A: 140 Sec B: 40 | Sec A: 35 Sec B: 15 | +4 marks will be awarded for each correct response -1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect response Internal Choice in Section B |
NEET 2022 : Eligibility Criteria
Parameters | Details |
Qualifying Exam for NEET 2022 |
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Minimum Age Requirement for NEET 2022 | Candidates must have completed 17 years as on December 31, 2022. |
Maximum Age Limit* | The maximum age of limit will be 25 years for candidates belonging to the general category. For candidates belonging to SC/ST & OBC category, the age limit is 30 years |
Qualifying Marks | The class 12 percentage required for NEET 2022 exam is separate for each category and can be listed as under. NEET eligibility marks in class 12 to be considered are aggregate marks only for PCB subjects
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What is the Maximum Attempts for NEET exam? | There are no restrictions on the maximum attempt of the candidates. |
Nationality | Indian Nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs & Foreign Nationals aspirants are eligible to apply |
Qualification Criteria
- The applicants must clear the qualifying exam from a recognized board with an individual pass in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English.
- An aggregate of 50% marks (40% for OBC/SC/ST and OBC-PH/SC-PH/ST-PH & 45% for General-PH) in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology is also necessary.
- The appearing candidates are also eligible to apply for the exam.
Eligibility for 15% All India Quota Seats
The applicants of Indian national/ OCIs/ NRIs/ PIOs/ FNs are eligible for 15% All India Quota Seats. The candidates of Jammu & Kashmir, who have opted for seats under All India Quota, will have to submit a copy of the system-generated Self-Declaration.
NEET 2022 : Syllabus
NEET Physics Syllabus
| Syllabus of Class 11th | Syllabus of Class 12th |
| Physical world and measurement | Electrostatics |
| Kinematics | Current Electricity |
| Laws of Motion | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
| Work, Energy and Power | Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents |
| Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body | Electromagnetic Waves |
| Gravitation | Optics |
| Properties of Bulk Matter | Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
| Thermodynamics | Atoms and Nuclei |
| Behaviour of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory | Electronic Devices |
| Oscillations and Waves |
NEET Physics : Weightage
| Topic-wise | |
Class 11 topics | |
| Physical world and measurement | 2% |
| Kinematics | 3% |
| Laws of Motion | 3% |
| Work, Energy and Power | 4% |
| Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body | 5% |
| Gravitation | 2% |
| Properties of Bulk Matter | 3% |
| Thermodynamics | 9% |
| Oscillations and Waves | 3% |
| Behaviour of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory | 3% |
Class 12 Topics | |
| Electrostatics | 9% |
| Current Electricity | 8% |
| Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism | 5% |
| Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents | 8% |
| Electromagnetic Waves | 5% |
| Optics | 10% |
| Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation | 6% |
| Atoms and Nuclei | 3% |
| Electronic Devices | 9% |
NEET UG Chemistry Syllabus
| Syllabus of Class 11th | Syllabus of Class 12th |
| Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry | Solid State |
| Structure of Atom | Solutions |
| Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties | Electrochemistry |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | Chemical Kinetics |
| States of Matter: Gases and Liquids | Surface Chemistry |
| Thermodynamics | General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
| Equilibrium | p- Block Elements |
| Redox Reactions | d and f Block Elements |
| Hydrogen | Coordination Compounds |
| s-Block Element (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals) | Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
| Some p-Block Elements | Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers |
| Organic Chemistry- Some Basic Principles and Techniques | Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids |
| Hydrocarbons | Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen |
| Environmental Chemistry | Biomolecules |
| Polymers | |
| Chemistry in Everyday Life |
NEET Chemistry : Weightage
Class 11 | |
| Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry | 1% |
| Structure of Atom | 2% |
| Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties | 2% |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | 5% |
| States of Matter: Gases and Liquids | 2% |
| Thermodynamics | 8% |
| Equilibrium | 6% |
| Redox Reactions | 3% |
| Hydrogen | |
| s-Block Element (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals) | 2% |
| Some p-Block Elements | 2% |
| Organic Chemistry- Some Basic Principles and Techniques | 4% |
| Hydrocarbons | 3% |
| Environmental Chemistry | 2% |
Class 12 | |
| Solid State | 2% |
| Solutions | 5% |
| Electrochemistry | 2% |
| Chemical Kinetics | 3% |
| Surface Chemistry | 2% |
| General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements | 2% |
| p-Block Elements | 5% |
| d and f Block Elements | 4% |
| Coordination Compounds | 9% |
| Haloalkanes and Haloarenes | 3% |
| Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers | 4% |
| Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids | 4% |
| Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen | 2% |
| Biomolecules | 3% |
| Polymers | 3% |
| Chemistry in Everyday Life | 2% |
NEET UG Biology Syllabus
| Syllabus of Class 11th | Syllabus of Class 12th |
| Diversity in Living World | Reproduction |
| Structural Organization in Animals and Plants | Genetics and Evolution |
| Cell Structure and Function | Biology and Human Welfare |
| Plant Physiology | Biotechnology and Its Applications |
| Human Physiology | Ecology and Environment |
NEET Biology : Weightage of Topics
Class 11 | |
| Diversity in Living World | 14% |
| Structural Organization in Animals and Plants | 5% |
| Cell Structure and Function | 9% |
| Plant Physiology | 6% |
| Human Physiology | 20% |
Class 12 | |
| Reproduction | 9% |
| Genetics and Evolution | 18% |
| Biology and Human Welfare | 9% |
| Biotechnology and Its Applications | 4% |
| Ecology and Environment | 6% |
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test or NEET UG 2022 exam on July 17 in offline mode. With the exam around the corner, candidates must roll their sleeves up and prepare to score maximum marks in NEET 2022 biology.
Biology comprises a maximum number of questions as Zoology and Botany are combined in it. Hence, scoring the highest marks in this subject is not tough at all. Candidates need to do smart learning at this time point during NEET preparation 2022.
Every medical aspirant should leave no stone unturned while preparing for NEET 2022. Thus, knowing NEET 2022 biology important topics will surely pace up the preparation. Below-mentioned is the important biology topics for NEET 2022.
Important Topics of Biology for NEET 2022
Questions in the NEET-UG examination are asked based on the NCERT syllabus of Class 11 and Class 12 and are equally distributed among both the classes. Below-mentioned are the topics that need to be focused.
Important Topics of Biology for NEET 2022 from Class 11
Plant Kingdom
Questions from different types of algae and their pigments
General characters of pteridophytes and gymnosperms
Biological classification
General features of Monera, Protista, Fungi
Structural organization in plants and animals
Root, stem, and leaf anatomy
Animal tissues and their functions, specifically epithelial tissues
Cell: Structure & Functions
Mycoplasma, nucleus, chromosomes, ribosomes, chloroplast, and mitochondria
Meiosis - Prophase I
Plant physiology
C3, C4 cycle
Kranz anatomy
Glycolysis and Krebs cycle
ETS complexes
Photoperiodism
Transpiration pull
Bulk movement in Phloem
Mineral deficiency & Nitrogen cycle
Animal/Human Physiology
All topics specifically diagrams are very important
Important Topics of Biology for NEET 2022 from Class 12
Reproduction
Gametogenesis in plants
Gametogenesis in humans
Reproductive structures in plants and animals
Polyembryony, Parthenocarpy, apomixis
Menstrual cycle
Genetics & evolution
Dihybrid cross, linkage
Codominance
Pedigree analysis
Genetic disorders
Darwinism and natural selection
Human evolution
Biotechnology
Process and applications
BT cotton, RNAi, Human insulin, Gene therapy, molecular diagnostics
Biology in human welfare
Human immunity
AIDS, Cancer
Drugs
Ecology and environment
Environmental issues
Biogeochemical cycles
Population interactions
Adaptations
Succession
How to Prepare for NEET 2022 Biology
With almost two months left for NEET UG 2022, it is now the time to do smart work. Candidates are advised to read the following tips on how to prepare for NEET 2022 biology in an effective manner.
Preparation from the NCERT books of Class 11 and 12 is recommended.
Cover the aforementioned important topics and prepare them thoroughly.
Candidates must identify their weaker section and devote more time to preparing it.
Once the topic is prepared, practice the maximum number of objective questions from that topic.
Mock tests will help in improving the speed. Solve them on a daily basis.
NEET FAQs
Q1. Will NEET 2022 syllabus be reduced due to COVID-19, especially will NTA remove physics from NEET syllabus?
Ans. As of now, there is no such announcement has been made. Any new changes in NEET 2022 syllabus (if made for 2022) will be updated instantly on the official website of the NEET examination.
Q2. Will there be any Change in NEET 2022 Exam Pattern?
Ans. There is no change in the exam pattern of NEET 2022 and will remain the same as the previous NEET examinations. Although, due to increasing cases of covid, NTA may conduct NEET 2022 in computer-based mode, like JEE Main. All the updates regarding the NEET examination and changes related to it will be updated on its official website and will be seen in news channels.
Q3. Should I take the Coaching for NEET 2022?
Ans. Yes, you should join coaching for NEET 2022. Coaching gives you great exposure to quality teaching, questions, and the tests conducted on the basis of NEET exam patterns. It will help you in staying confident to crack NEET 2022. Also, the coachings are properly experienced ones, thus, encouraging students through proper guidance and techniques to qualify for the examination.
Q4. Can a 12th pass-out candidate appear directly in NEET examination?
Ans. Yes, the students who have just passed out from the 12th standard are eligible to appear in NEET entrance examination. Although, the level of their preparation decides if they want to appear in NEET soon after qualifying 12th standard or they want to take a year drop out to strengthen their preparation.
Q5. In which colleges admission is given to the qualified candidates of the NEET entrance examination?
Ans. The qualified candidates are eligible to get admission in the AIIMS, JIPMER, and various other medical colleges of India.
Q6. How many total questions are there in the NEET examination?
Ans. 200 questions are there in NEET. Candidates will get the internal choice in section B of the paper and they have to attempt only a maximum of 180 questions.
Q7. What are the main subjects focused upon in the NEET examination?
Ans. All the questions are divided into Physics, Chemistry and Biology in the entire paper.
Q8. What are the maximum marks?
Ans. 720 marks are the maximum out of which candidates have to score.
Q9. What were the safety provisions provided by the NTA for the NEET examination?
Ans. For maintaining proper social distancing this time the exam centers were increased from 2546 to 3843 and all other safety instruments like sanitizer and masks were made compulsory.
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