NEET UG 2024 Exam Pattern Explained. The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) is the gateway to securing seats in medical colleges across India. With the NEET UG 2024 scheduled for May 5, understanding the exam pattern is crucial for aspiring candidates.
Exam Format and Marking Scheme:
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): The NEET UG 2024 question paper will consist entirely of MCQs.
- Total Marks and Questions: The exam will be graded for a total of 720 marks with 200 MCQs.
- Section-wise Breakup: The paper will be divided into four subjects – Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology. Each section will have 45 questions.
- Section A and B: Each subject will be further divided into Section A (35 questions) and Section B (15 questions). Within Section B, students must attempt only 10 questions.
- Attempting Questions: Candidates will need to attempt only 180 questions (45 from each subject) out of the total 200.
- Marking: Four marks will be awarded for each correct answer. There will be a negative marking, with one mark deducted for every incorrect answer. No marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.
Exam Duration and Language:
- Time Limit: The NEET UG 2024 exam will be conducted for 3 hours and 20 minutes.
- Language Options: The question paper will be available in multiple languages, including Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, Assamese, Odia, Punjabi, and Urdu.
The NEET UG 2024 will be conducted from 2 PM to 5.20 PM in pen and paper (offline) mode across the country and 14 cities outside India.
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