NTA releases the exam pattern for NEET and as of now, there are no NEET 2021 exam pattern changes. Candidates will get information related to marking scheme, number of questions, exam mode, exam duration, question type, the language of paper etc. in this article.
- NEET mode of examination: NEET 2021 is an offline test that contains 180 MCQ questions of 4 marks each. The aspirants are required to complete the exam in pen and paper mode. First, the aspirants will get a rough booklet and then the aspirants will need to mark the code of the test booklet on the OMR sheet. Check NEET 2021 Mock Test.
- Total marks: 720
- NEET syllabus: The NEET 2021 Syllabus covers the topics of Class XI and XII syllabus. Entire Syllabus is broadly divided into three sections: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany and Zoology). For developing the basic concept, the aspirants should read NCERT as the text book.
- Medium of NEET 2021 Question Paper: NEET 2021 will be conducted in 11 different languages. They are English, Tamil, Gujarati, Telugu, Assamese, Hindi, Oriya, Marathi, Kannada, Urdu and Bengali. Read NEET Question Paper.
- Marking scheme of NEET 2021 Exam: Candidates will get +4 marks for every correct answer, -1 marks for each wrong answer.
- NEET Exam Duration: To complete the exam, the aspirants will get 3 hours time to attend 180 questions. For getting an idea about the questions, you can check NEET Sample Papers.
NEET 2021 Exam Pattern Overview
Let’s take a look at some key details about NEET Exam Pattern 2021-
RESULT OF QUESTION | IMPACT |
Popularly known as | NEET 2021 |
Conducted by | NTA, MCI |
Official website | ntaneet.nic.in |
Number of questions | 180 |
Type of questions | Multiple choice questions (MCQs) |
Mode of examination | Offline (Pen and paper based) |
Sections | Three (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) |
Total score | 720 |
Duration of exam | 3 hours |
Negative marking | 180 |
Also Check | NEET 2021 Eligibility Criteria
Number of Questions and Section-Wise Marks Distribution
As per NEET Exam Pattern 2021, the aspirants have to answer a total of 180 questions. They will get 45 questions from the physics and chemistry section and 90 questions from the biology section.
Section | No. of Question |
Physics | 45 |
Chemistry | 45 |
Biology(Zoology+Botany) | |
Botany | 45 |
Zoology | 45 |
Total | 180 |
NEET Exam Pattern 2021: Detailed Description
According to the above image, it can be seen that there will be three sections in NEET 2021 exam, such as Chemistry, Physics and Biology (Zoology and Botany). Applicants have to cover the curriculum of Class XI and XII.
- The students have to answer 180 multiple choice questions.
- Aspirants will be deducted by 1 mark for every wrong answer.
- You will get 4 marks for every correct answer.
- Total number of questions of each section (Physics, Chemistry, Zoology and Botany) is 45.
NEET 2021 Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme
Candidates can score +4 marks for each correct answer. There will be a negative marking. For instance, the aspirants will get deduction of 1 mark for every incorrect answer.
- No marks will be deducted if the candidate does not attempt the question.
- It is necessary to use a blue/black ball point pen to mark the answer.
- NEET aspirants don’t mark more than one answer into the OMR sheet. It will lead you towards negative marking.
The following table will help candidate to know the impact of each type of result of question on his/her total score:-
RESULT OF QUESTION | IMPACT |
Correct Answer | +4 marks |
Incorrect Answer | -1 mark |
Not Answered | 0 marks |
NEET 2021 Exam Pattern: Language Option
NEET 2021 question paper will be provided in 11 languages. The default language is English. However, the candidates can also choose their regional language at the time of filling the Application form.
Here the table shows you the different languages:
HINDI | ENGLISH |
ASSAMESE | BENGALI |
GUJARATI | KANNADA |
MARATHI | ODIA |
TAMIL | TELUGU |
URDU | – |
- Candidates can choose their preferred language at the time of filling the NEET 2021 Application form. The aspirants cannot do any modification after the final submission of form.
- Candidates opting for English language will be given question papers in English only.
- Candidates opting for language other than English will be given a bilingual question paper. The candidates can choose English and any other language.
- Selection of regional/vernacular languages is subject to their respective state limits. Language of particular region cannot be opted in any other region.
Options of languages, as per their respective region, are shown below:-
Medium | Examination Centers |
English and Hindi | All over India |
English, Hindi and Assamese | Exam Centers in Assam |
English, Hindi and Bengali | Exam Centers in West Bengal |
English, Hindi and Gujarati | Exam Centers in Gujarat, Dadra and Nagar Haveli |
English, Hindi and Marathi | Exam Centers in Maharashtra |
English, Hindi and Tamil | Exam Centers in Tamil Nadu |
English, Hindi and Telugu | Exam Centers in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana |
English, Hindi and Kannada | Exam Centers in Karnataka |
English, Hindi and Odia | Exam Centers in Odisha |
Check State wise Cut Off for NEET
How to Calculate NEET Score?
- The students will be awarded 4 marks for every correct answer. You will be deducted 1 mark for every incorrect answer.
- NEET score= (Correct answers*4)-(Incorrect answers*1)
- Normalisation method is used for nullifying the effects of varying difficulty level of question papers in different exam sessions.
- Physics is the most difficult section in the NEET exam.
NEET Paper Analysis
As per the analysis of NEET previous years question papers, the aspirants should go through the section wise observations:
Physics Paper Analysis
- Most weightage carrying section in Physics is Mechanics
- You might get 9-10 questions from electrodynamics
- Most of questions from this section will be lengthy and will involve calculations
- It is difficult to remember all the formulas. Hence, note it down in one place and read it regularly.
Pro tip: Do not leave the ‘Points to Ponder’ section at the end of every chapter. You should practice the examples of NCERT books.
Chemistry Paper Analysis
- Chemistry questions are moderately difficult sections in the NEET exam.
- The aspirants might face more application based questions.
- Last year, students had to answer more questions from class XII syllabus.
- The weightage of organic chemistry is more than the inorganic chemistry. Approximately 16-17 questions are coming from organic chemistry.
- Few of the questions are coming from two different concepts (together).
Pro Tip: The aspirants should give added attention for coordination compounds and chemical bonding. These sections carry most of the weightage. To clear your concept, read CERT thoroughly.
Biology Paper Analysis
- Compared to the other two sections, Biology is the easiest one in NEET exam
- The students will face 45 questions from each section, Zoology and Botany
- Maximum questions of Biology are coming from NCERT. Hence, you should give extra attention to it instead of reading the reference books.
Pro Tip: Human Physiology has a high weightage. Apart from this, Genetics will be another important chapter. Both the chapters cover approximately 30 questions in Biology.
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NEET Exam Pattern And Syllabus
The following tables highlight the NEET 2021 Syllabus in a detailed manner:
NEET 2021 Physics Syllabus
Physics – Class 11th | Physics – Class 12th |
Work, Energy and Power | Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
Properties of Bulk Matter | Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents |
Physical world and measurement | Atoms and Nuclei |
Behaviour of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory | Electronic Devices |
Laws of Motion | Current Electricity |
Thermodynamics | Electrostatics |
Oscillations and Waves | Electromagnetic Waves |
Kinematics | Optics |
Properties of Bulk Matter | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body | – |
Check Detailed NEET 2021 Physics Syllabus
NEET 2021 Chemistry Syllabus
Chemistry – Class 11th | Chemistry – Class 12th |
Structure of Atom | Polymers |
Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry | Chemistry in Everyday Life |
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen |
Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties | Biomolecules |
Thermodynamics | Current Electricity |
States of Matter: Gases and Liquids | Electrostatics |
Redox Reactions | Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers |
Equilibrium | Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acid |
s-Block Element (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals) | Coordination Compounds |
Hydrogen | Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
Organic Chemistry – Some Basic Principles and Techniques | d and f Block Elements |
Some p-Block Elements | p-Block Elements |
Environmental Chemistry | Surface Chemistry |
Hydrocarbons | General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
Solid State | – |
Solutions | – |
Check Detailed NEET 2021 Chemistry Syllabus
NEET 2021 Biology Syllabus
Biology – Class 11th | Biology – Class 12th |
Structural Organization in Animals and Plants | Genetics and Evolution |
Plant Physiology | Biotechnology and Its Applications |
Diversity in Living World | Reproduction |
Cell Structure and Function | Biology and Human Welfare |
Human Physiology | Ecology and environment |
Check: NEET 2021 Syllabus Biology
NEET 2021 Important Topics
To meet the NEET 2021 cut off, then you should prepare yourself by prioritizing the study schedule. The candidates should emphasize more on the heavy weightage sections. Find the following section to identify the most important topics of each subject:
Important Topics of Physics in NEET 2021
The most important six topics in Physics section are:
- Rigid Body Dynamics
- Electrodynamics
- KTG & Thermodynamics
- Semiconductors
- Modern Physics
- Wave Optics
Important Topics of Chemistry in NEET 2021
The syllabus of organic chemistry has been increased and gained prominence compared to inorganic chemistry.
- Coordination Compounds
- Organic Chemistry- I
- Chemical Bonding
- Carbonyl Compounds
Important Topics of Biology in NEET 2021
It is known that Biology covers both the Zoology and Botany subjects. Most of the questions of Biology are coming from NCERT.
- Excretory and Nervous System
- Pollination
- Photosynthesis
- Digestive system
- DNA Replication
- Plant Anatomy
- PAGE Theory
- Endocrine System
Also Check NEET Best Books for NEER 2021 Exam Preparation
NEET 2021 Important Instructions
Since NEET 2021 Exam is going to be held once in a year, Candidates are advised not to make any silly mistakes that can make them ineligible to appear in NEET 2021.
- Timing of NEET 2021 is from 2 pm to 5 pm
- Entry of the examination hall will start from 12:30 pm. Candidates are advised to reach as early as possible, so that no issue arises. If it arise by chance that can be solved within stipulated time
- No entry will be allowed after 1:30 pm
- The invigilators will check the candidates admit card and documents from 1:30 pm to 1:45 pm
- The NEET 2021 question papers will be distributed from 1:45 pm
- Rough work will be done in the test booklet only. Candidate have no permission to mark on the machine gradable Answer sheet
- Candidate must have NEET 2021 Admit Card, passport size photograph and post card size photograph to enter in the examination hall
- There is no provision of re-checking of answer sheet
Also check | NEET 2021 Exam Preparation Tips
Instructions to Fill OMR Sheet in NEET 2021 Exam
- To answer the question, the aspirants should fill the OMR sheet with the help of Ball pen. It will be given to them from the exam center.
- Do not forget to mark the test booklet code on the top of the OMR sheet.
- To do rough work, the students should use the space of the test booklet. You should not make the OMR sheet dirty.
- You will not be allowed to change the answers in the OMR Sheet. Also, do not try to erase any information printed on the OMR sheet, otherwise you will get punished.
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NEET 2021 Exam Pattern: Frequently Asked Question
Ans: The exam pattern for NEET 2020 comprises of various factors given below:
- Exam Mode: Offline (pen and paper based)
- Number of Question: 180
- Type of Question: Objective type(there will be four options for each question out of which only one would be the correct answer).
- Exam Duration: 3 hours (10 am to 1 pm)
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology(Botany and Zoology)
- Question Paper Language: 11 languages English, Hindi, Tamil, Assamese, Oriya, Kannada, Bengali, Gujarati, Marathi Telugu and Urdu.
Ans: NEET 2020 marking scheme includes all the marking factor of the exam:
- Total Marks: 720
- Marking Scheme: Four marks will be granted for every correct answer
- Negative Marking: One mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Ans: Candidates can mark only one answer for one question. Marking multiple answers can lead to negative marking.
Ans: Candidates can either use blue or black ball point pen to mark their answers. If they fail to do so, they might be disqualified.
Ans: As per the data delivered by MCI (Medical Council of India), there are 462 colleges offering MBBS and there are about 63835 seats.
Ans: No, NEET 2020 shall be conducted over the same exam pattern as NEET 2019.
Ans: NEET 2020 result will hold its validity for the academic session 2020-2021 only.
Ans: In such case, students will be provided with the test paper in chosen language and English. In case of any ambiguity in the distributed paper, English version shall be treated as final.
Ans: On the proposal of Union Health Ministry, MCI now has approved to finish the number of attempts limit from 2020 for NEET entrance examination. There is no cap limit for attempts.
Ans: As per the revised rules by MCI and supreme court order, there will be one set for question paper in all languages for NEET 2020.
Ans: Students are not allowed to wear shoes, sunglasses, full sleeves clothes, watches, bracelets, any sort of jewelry, saree and cap. They might get pointed out by the on-duty invigilator who can take actions as per the norms.
Ans: Minimum 50% cut off is required for general category candidates where as 40% cut off is needed for SC/ST/OBC candidates to qualify.