NEET UG 2026: Exam Date, Syllabus, Preparation Strategy and Free Resources
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What Is NEET UG 2026?
NEET-UG 2026 is India's single national-level entrance exam for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BSMS, BUMS courses in all medical and veterinary colleges including AIIMS and JIPMER. Conducted by NTA, NEET sees 22 lakh+ registrations yearly for approximately 1 lakh MBBS seats.
NEET UG 2026 Expected Important Dates
- Notification Release: December 2025 to January 2026
- Online Registration: January to February 2026
- Admit Card Download: April 2026
- NEET UG 2026 Exam Date: May 4, 2026 (Expected)
- Result Declaration: June 2026
- MCC AIQ Counselling: July to September 2026
NEET 2026 Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 200. Attempt any 180. Total Marks: 720. Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes.
- Correct: +4 marks. Wrong: -1 mark. Unattempted: 0 marks
- Physics 45 Qs (180 marks). Chemistry 45 Qs (180 marks). Botany 45 Qs (180 marks). Zoology 45 Qs (180 marks).
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NEET 2026 Syllabus Key Topics
Biology (360 Marks — Priority 1)
- Class 11: Living World, Classification, Plant Kingdom, Morphology, Cell Division, Photosynthesis, Circulation
- Class 12: Reproduction, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Evolution, Human Health and Disease
Key Tip: 80%+ NEET Biology questions are directly from NCERT text. Read every diagram and exception.
Chemistry (180 Marks)
- Physical: Atomic Structure, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Kinetics, Electrochemistry
- Inorganic: s/p/d/f-block elements, Coordination Compounds
- Organic: GOC, Hydrocarbons, Aldehydes, Amines, Biomolecules, Polymers
Physics (180 Marks)
- Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Waves, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Optics, Modern Physics, Semiconductors
NEET 2026 Expected Cutoffs
- UR/EWS: 720-137 marks. OBC/SC/ST: 136-107 marks. AIIMS New Delhi: 690+ marks.
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Conclusion
Focus on NCERT, practice daily, use LearnTube India's free tools to track your scores and find scholarships. Start today!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NEET 2026 exam date?
NEET UG 2026 is expected to be held on May 4, 2026. Official date will be confirmed by NTA in their notification expected in December 2025 to January 2026.
Is NCERT enough for NEET Biology 2026?
Yes! Over 80-90% of NEET Biology questions are directly from NCERT Class 11 and 12 textbooks. Read every diagram, flowchart, and exception.
What is the negative marking in NEET UG 2026?
Correct answer: +4 marks. Wrong answer: -1 mark. Unattempted: 0 marks. Use the free NEET Score Calculator on LearnTube India to plan your attempt strategy.
How many times can I attempt NEET 2026?
As per current NTA guidelines, there is no restriction on NEET attempts. Candidate must be at least 17 years old and have cleared Class 12 with PCB subjects.