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NEET-UG Decoded

Your NEET Score Is A Starting Point

Eligibility, qualifying percentiles, what your score can realistically fetch, and the road from NEET to a medical license — explained simply.

Eligibility

Who Can Appear For NEET-UG

NEET-UG is the single national entrance for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and veterinary courses in India — and qualifying it is also mandatory for studying MBBS abroad.

  • Minimum age 17You must be at least 17 years old by 31 December of the admission year. There is no upper age limit.
  • 10+2 with PCB + EnglishPass Class 12 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English as core subjects.
  • Minimum PCB marks50% in PCB for General, 40% for OBC/SC/ST, 45% for General-PwBD (percentages on PCB only).
  • Unlimited attemptsThere is no cap on the number of attempts — repeaters are fully eligible.
AI NEET Score Ranges

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320 / 720
100360720
Abroad MBBS — best value

Affordable, recognized universities abroad with English-medium programs.

Qualifying Percentiles

The Cut-off To Even Be Eligible

NEET qualifying is percentile-based (relative to all candidates), not a fixed mark. Clear your category's percentile to enter counselling.

CategoryQualifying PercentileWhat It Means
General / EWS50th percentileYou must score in the top half of all candidates
OBC / SC / ST40th percentileRelaxed threshold for reserved categories
General-PwBD45th percentilePersons with Benchmark Disability (General)
Reserved-PwBD40th percentileReserved category with disability
Score-Wise Roadmap

What Each Range Can Open Up

Indicative guidance — actual outcomes depend on category, state, rank and counselling round. We model your exact case for free.

Below 300

Abroad & AYUSH

Strong route via NMC-compliant MBBS abroad, plus AYUSH (BAMS/BHMS) options in India. Best value at this range.

300–450

Private + Abroad

Several private/deemed Indian colleges open up, alongside excellent abroad universities. We compare fees carefully.

450–600

Govt + Private

Competitive — a real shot at some government seats and a wide private choice. Smart choice-filling is key.

600+

Top Govt Colleges

High scores bring top government medical colleges into reach via AIQ/state counselling. We plan your strategy.

After Your Degree

FMGE, NExT & The License

If you study MBBS abroad, returning to practise in India means clearing a licensing exam. Today that's the FMGE (conducted by NBEMS). The unified NExT is meant to replace FMGE and NEET-PG, but its rollout has been delayed by several years — so FMGE remains the active route for now.

  • FMGE todayComputer-based screening test for foreign medical graduates.
  • NExT laterA single common exam — repeatedly postponed, watch for NMC updates.
  • Choose colleges wiselyFMGE pass rates make university & coaching support critical.
  • NEET-PG for India PGFor MD/MS in India, NEET-PG is the current gateway.
Smart Preparation

Tips That Actually Move The Needle

Whether it's your first attempt or a re-attempt, these fundamentals matter most.

Master NCERT First

NCERT (especially Biology) is the backbone of NEET. Finish it cold before chasing reference books.

Solve Past Papers

Previous years & full-length mocks build speed, accuracy and exam temperament — non-negotiable.

Time & Negative Marking

Train to manage 180 questions and avoid blind guesses — accuracy beats attempt count.

Plan A & Plan B

Have a backup ready before results — it removes panic and protects a full academic year.

Mind & Health

Sleep, breaks and steady revision beat last-minute cramming. Burnout costs marks.

Get Counselled Early

Understanding your options before results lets you act fast and decisively when the score is out.

Common Questions

NEET & Admission — Answered

The questions students and parents ask us most.

There is no high cut-off — you must qualify NEET (clear your category percentile), after which we can match you to NMC-compliant universities abroad, even at lower scores.

Yes. Qualifying NEET-UG is legally mandatory for any Indian student who wants to study MBBS abroad and later practise in India. It must be valid at the time of admission.

There is no limit on attempts and no upper age cap, so repeaters are fully eligible to re-attempt and improve their score.

No. Biology/Biotechnology is compulsory. You must have studied Physics, Chemistry and Biology with English in Class 12 to be eligible.

No. NEET eligibility depends on the minimum PCB percentage for your category (50% General, 40% reserved, 45% General-PwBD), not an overall 75% aggregate.

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