NEET UG 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round: Fee Payment, Choice Filling, and Seat Allotment

NEET UG Counseling 2024's Special Stray Vacancy Round, also known as the fifth round, will begin on November 20, 2024, and will conclude on November 30, 2024. A fee payment window was available from November 20 at 10 a.m. to November 21 at 3 p.m. The choice filling period will run from November 20 to November 22, 2024, until 8 a.m., and the choice locking period will run from November 21, 8 a.m. to November 22, 8 a.m. MCC has published the seat matrix for this round, revealing a total of 319 seats, which include 73 MBBS, 178 BDS, and 68 BSc Nursing seats.

Download the Re-Revised NEET 2024 Scorecard Here

During the Supreme Court hearing on NEET 2024 petitions on July 22, 2024, the apex court sought an expert opinion from IIT Delhi regarding an erroneous question in the NEET 2024 question paper. The court requested that IIT Delhi assemble a team of three experts to evaluate the question and provide their findings by July 23 at noon. The Supreme Court resumed hearings on July 23, 2024. NEET 2024 counselling is expected to commence around July 24, 2024, according to prior hearings. It is possible, however, that the NEET counseling process for 2024 will begin by the end of July, given the current circumstances.

The NEET 2024 counselling process is set to begin after the third week of July 2024. According to the Ministry of Health, the seat matrix will be finalized by the third week of July 2024, after which the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will release the official counselling dates. In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India heard the petitions concerning NEET 2024 controversies on July 8, 2024. The apex court has directed all petitioners' lawyers, who are seeking a re-test, to submit a consolidated set of submissions by Thursday, July 11, 2024. Candidates are advised to stay updated with the latest information on the MCC NEET UG counselling portal and official announcements.

NEET 2024 Affidavit Submitted

In the ongoing NEET 2024 controversies, the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the Central Government of India have submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court. The affidavit emphasizes that cancelling the entire exam would jeopardize the efforts of honest students who have worked hard to prepare for NEET 2024. The Supreme Court has taken this into consideration while directing all petitioners' lawyers seeking a re-test to submit a consolidated set of submissions by July 11, 2024. Candidates should continue to monitor official announcements for further updates.

NEET 2024 Controversies and Protests

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is actively investigating the NEET 2024 paper leak case, with seven arrests made so far across Bihar, Jharkhand, and Gujarat. Government of India action is being demanded by students and stakeholders against the anomalies in NEET 2024. Meanwhile, 56 medical students from Gujarat have filed a petition in the Supreme Court opposing the calls for a 'Re-NEET' and the cancellation of NEET-UG 2024 results. The current results should be upheld, except for those candidates who cheated. The situation continues to evolve, and candidates are advised to stay informed through official channels.

What is the NEET Exam?

NEET, or the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, is the primary entrance examination for undergraduate medical and paramedical programs in India. Held annually, this offline, paper-pencil-based test (PBT) spans three hours and 20 minutes (200 minutes). Candidates must attempt 180 questions out of 200 on the NEET exam, which covers Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the medical entrance exam for admission to MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, BAMS, Veterinary, and a variety of other medical and paramedical courses in India. The exam is available in 13 languages and sees participation from over 20 lakh candidates. MBBS remains the top choice among medical courses, followed by BDS and BSc Nursing. Last year, the number of NEET aspirants exceeded previous records, marking a new high.

NEET 2024 Exam Dates

Check out the table below for the complete NEET 2024 exam schedule:

NEET UG 2024 Highlights

The following table enlists the key features and highlights of NEET UG 2024.

NEET UG 2024 Counselling

The NEET 2024 counselling dates are expected to be announced in or after the third week of July 2024. Candidates who have qualified for the exam by meeting the NEET 2024 cutoff marks are eligible to participate in the counselling process. The NEET counselling is divided into two categories: 15 percent All India Quota (AIQ) seats and 85 percent State Quota (SQ) seats. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will manage the counselling for AIQ seats, while the state counselling authorities or the Directorates of Medical Education in various states will handle the NEET state counselling.

The NEET counselling process involves the following steps:

1. Registration
2. Choice Filling and Locking
3. Seat Allotment Result
4. Reporting to the Institute

NEET UG 2024 Result

The NEET 2024 results were announced on July 1, 2024, for the re-examination. Candidates, including the 1,563 re-exam participants, are advised to access their scorecards from the provided link. Earlier, the initial NEET UG result was declared on June 4, 2024, for the exam held on May 5, 2024. These results were available online in the form of downloadable scorecards. Candidates could log in to the NEET 2024 website to download their scorecards in PDF format.

To download the NEET 2024 scorecard, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official NEET 2024 website at www.exams.neet.ac.in/NEET or click directly on https://neet.ntaonline.in/frontend/web/revised-scorecard/index.
2. Click on the 'Click Here for Revised Scorecard' link.
3. Enter your NEET 2024 Application Number, Date of Birth, and Email Address or Mobile Number along with the Security Pin.
4. Click 'Submit'.

The NEET 2024 result will include the following details:

• Candidate Name
• Subject-wise marks and scores
• Subject-wise percentile
• Total score out of 720
• Total percentile
• All India Rank (AIR)

NEET UG 2024 Cutoff

The NEET 2024 cutoff, announced by the NTA along with the result and scorecards, reflects an increase compared to the previous year due to a larger number of test-takers. Additionally, the NEET 2024 exam was noted for its relatively moderate difficulty level compared to NEET 2023. This adjustment in cutoff criteria underscores the competitive nature of the exam and its impact on admission criteria for medical courses across India.

The NEET cutoff marks signify the minimum scores required by candidates to qualify for the exam and proceed to the counselling phase. For NEET 2024, these cutoff marks vary depending on the candidate's category.

Below is a table detailing the NEET cutoff marks and percentiles for different categories:

NEET 2024 admit card

Approximately 1,563 candidates are scheduled to take the re-exam on June 20, 2024, so the NTA released the admit cards in advance of the test, allowing ample time for preparation. For the original exam, an admit card was issued on May 2, 2024, providing candidates with essential information in PDF format. The admit card is available on the NEET website and contains important information about the candidate, a photograph, the schedule of the exam, the location of the test center, and other important details. The admit card could only be downloaded by registered candidates who met eligibility criteria.

The NEET 2024 admit card must be carried by candidates along with a passport-size photo affixed to it. An original and valid photo ID issued by the Government of India is also required. Before signing the admit card, candidates should be in the presence of an invigilator. The failure to present the NEET admit card or hall ticket will result in disqualification from the exam. Candidate should promptly contact the NTA if the admit card contains incorrect information.

Ahead of the NEET exam, the NTA released the NEET 2024 city intimation slip on April 24, 2024, approximately one week before the admit card release. This document indicated the city in which the candidates' NEET exam centers were located. In the case of the re-NEET 2024, however, the NTA did not issue a city intimation slip for the re-NEET.

NEET UG 2024 Syllabus

The NMC revised the NEET syllabus for Chemistry, dividing it into three parts: Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry. Several chapters or topics were removed across all three subjects, while some new topics were introduced. These changes were implemented to align the NEET UG syllabus with the syllabi of State Board exams for Class 11 and Class 12, ensuring consistency and relevance. For more information on the NEET reduced syllabus 2024, candidates can access the syllabus in PDF format information.

Download NEET UG Syllabus PDF 

NEET UG Exam Pattern 2024

The NEET UG 2024 exam followed a paper-pencil-based format, lasting three hours and 20 minutes. It comprised a total of 200 questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, with candidates required to answer 180 questions. These questions were multiple-choice, each presenting four answer options. Candidates marked their responses on an OMR sheet using a blue or black ballpoint pen provided at the exam center.

Each subject was divided into two sections in accordance with the NEET 2024 questions pattern, which consisted of 35 questions in Section A and 15 questions in Section B of the exam. Candidates were mandated to attempt all 35 questions in Section A, while in Section B, they needed to answer 10 out of 15 questions.

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding NTA NEET UG 2024:

Q1. Who conducts NEET UG 2024?

Ans: - NEET UG 2024 will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The NTA conducts entrance examinations for higher educational institutions on behalf of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The National Eligibility and Entrance Test for Undergraduates (NEET UG) is a national-level exam for admission to undergraduate medical (MBBS), dental (BDS), and allied health science programs in India.

Q2. How do I qualify for NEET UG 2024?

Ans: Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects. They should also meet the age limit and other criteria specified by NTA.

Q3. NEET UG 2024: How do I apply?

Ans: Candidates may register online through the official NTA NEET website during the registration period. The applicant must complete the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.

Q4. What is the syllabus for NEET UG 2024?

Ans: - The NEET UG 2024 syllabus includes topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology based on the NCERT curriculum for classes 11 and 12.

Q5. NEET UG 2024 exam pattern: what is it?

Ans: - There will be 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in the NEET UG 2024 exam. The total duration of the exam will be approximately three and a half hours. Physics, Chemistry, and Biology sections each contain questions with four answer options.

Q6. What is the cutoff for NEET UG 2024?

Ans: - The NEET UG 2024 cutoff marks vary for different categories of candidates and depend on factors such as the difficulty of the exam and the number of seats available.

Q7. How can I download the NEET UG 2024 admit card?

Ans: - Candidates can download the NEET UG 2024 admit card from the official NTA NEET website by logging in with their credentials once it is released.