NMC Rationalized Syllabus and NTA Bulletin
The Undergraduate Medical Education Board (UGMEB) under the National Medical Commission (NMC) has formally updated the NEET UG syllabus. NTA hosts the official syllabus PDF directly on neet.nta.nic.in.
Obsolete and redundant topics have been removed to align strictly with the rationalized NCERT Class 11 and 12 textbooks. Aspirants must strictly adhere to the syllabus published on nmc.org.in and neet.nta.nic.in.
- Syllabus Notification: Notified by UGMEB on nmc.org.in and neet.nta.nic.in
- Information Bulletin & Application Window: Expected early February 2027
- Admit Card Release: Late April 2027
- Entrance Examination: First Sunday of May 2027 in Pen-and-Paper (OMR) mode
Paper Pattern and Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
NEET UG comprises 720 marks across four subjects: Botany, Zoology, Physics, and Chemistry. Each subject features Section A (35 mandatory MCQs) and Section B (15 questions, where candidates attempt any 10).
Every correct answer awards +4 marks, while incorrect responses incur a -1 mark penalty. Unattempted questions carry zero.
- Botany: 45 Questions (Attempt 35 from Sec A + 10 from Sec B) — 180 Marks
- Zoology: 45 Questions (Attempt 35 from Sec A + 10 from Sec B) — 180 Marks
- Physics: 45 Questions (Attempt 35 from Sec A + 10 from Sec B) — 180 Marks
- Chemistry: 45 Questions (Attempt 35 from Sec A + 10 from Sec B) — 180 Marks
- Total: 180 Questions attempted out of 200 — 720 Total Marks
Targeting 360/360 in Biology & Physics Numerical Strategy
Over 95% of NEET Biology questions are drawn directly from NCERT lines, summary boxes, and tables. Review NCERT diagrams and practice Assertion-Reason questions systematically.
In Physics, NEET questions emphasize fundamental formula applications and direct proportionalities rather than lengthy derivations. Scan stalled physics questions into Doubtclip for a whiteboard video that clarifies free-body diagrams and variable substitutions.
FAQ
Where can I find the official NMC NEET UG syllabus?
The official rationalized syllabus is hosted directly on nmc.org.in and on the NTA NEET portal at neet.nta.nic.in.
What is the marking scheme for NEET UG?
Correct answers award +4 marks, while incorrect answers receive a deduction of 1 mark (-1). Unattempted questions receive zero.
Is NEET UG conducted online or offline?
NEET UG is conducted nationwide in pen-and-paper mode using OMR answer sheets.