NEET 2023 Exam Date, Exam Hall Regulations and Result Date

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NEET 2023 Exam and Result Date: All the important details at your fingertips

Jan 23 2023 | by Author Pathfinder

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With the announcement of the NEET 2023 Exam date, which will take place on May 7th, 2023, it is time to get serious. As a result, you must pay close attention to NEET 2023 updates while improving your preparations. More importantly, NEET serves as a gateway for thousands of aspirants for placement in top Indian medical institutes. But don’t worry, Pathfinder Institute is here to offer you all the essential information.

What is NEET?

But first, let us give you a brief overview of the NEET or National Eligibility cum Entrance Test which is an all-India medical test that commenced in 2013. Through this incredibly difficult entrance exam, successful candidates get admission to prominent medical colleges for MBBS, BDS, and various other degrees. It takes significant preparation to compete against around 18 lakh students and succeed with only 51% of them. The exam mode is through pen and paper through OMR-based methodology and the timing is 3 hours and 20 minutes precisely.

A Quick Look at NEET 2023

Name of the entrance examination	NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test 2023)
Website	https://www.nta.ac.in/ https://neet.nta.nic.in/
Conducting Board	NTA (National Testing Agency)
Category of Examination	Undergraduate
Level of Examination	National Level
Mode of Examination	Offline or Paper Pencil Based Test (PBT)
Frequency of Examination	Once a year
Number of Subjects	Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology
Mode of Registration	Online
Mode of Registration Fee Payment	Online
Exam Date	May 7th, 2023

NEET 2023 Exam Date: Exam Schedule

Exam timing – 02:00 pm to 05:20 pm
Exam Duration – 3 hours 20 minutes
Occupying seats in the exam hall from – 1:15 pm onwards
Last entry time to the exam hall – 1:30 pm
Verification of Admit cards and Announcements – 1:30 pm to 1:45 pm
Distribution of exam booklets – 1:45 pm
Filling out of the booklet – 1:50 pm – 2:00 pm
Commencement of exams – 2:00 pm
Conclusion of exams – 5:20 pm

NEET 2023 Exam Date: Important Announcement

As mentioned, NEET 2023 Exam Date will be on 7th May 2023. So naturally, you need all the updates and information at your fingertips. Thus, information like the opening of the online application portal, last submission date, what types of documents you should upload, etc. so, in the table below, we have a list of all the necessary information.

Event	Dates
Release Date of NEET Information Bulletin	06 March 2023
Beginning of Online Application Submission	06 March 2023
Last Date of Online Application Submission	06 April 2023 (up to 09:00 PM)
Last date of successful transaction of fee through Credit/Debit Card/Net-Banking/UPI	06 April 2023 (up to 11:50 PM)
Correction of Application Form for NEET 2023	April 8, 2023
Centre, Date, and shift of the NEET 2023 Exam	Info will be given in the Admit card
Release Date of Admit Card	3rd May 2023
NEET 2023 Examination Date	7 May 2023 (Sunday)
Timing of Examination	02:00 PM to 05:20 PM (Indian Standarad Time)
Date for NEET 2023 Answer Key	June 11 to 12, 2023
Declaration of NEET 2023 Result	June 13, 2023

NEET 2023 Exam Date: Exam Pattern

The most important thing that you need to know is the NEET exam pattern. A deep understanding of the pattern is crucial for cracking the exam. In the table below we are giving a detailed overview of the NEET 2023 exam pattern.

Number of Questions	200 questions (MCQs) – 180 to be answered
Type of questions	Objective-type questions with 4 options – 1 correct answer
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry, Botany & Zoology
Physics Questions	Section A (35 questions), Section B (15 questions, answer any 10) =45 questions
Chemistry Questions	Section A (35 questions), Section B (15 questions, answer any 10) =45 questions
Botany Questions	Section A (35 questions), Section B (15 questions, answer any 10) =45 questions
Zoology Questions	Section A (35 questions), Section B (15 questions, answer any 10) =45 questions
Marking Scheme	4 marks are awarded for each correct answer
Negative Marking	1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer
The question paper comes in 13 languages	English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu and Punjabi.

NEET 2023 Admit Card Release Date

NEET 2023 exam application form submission’s last date is 06 April 2023 and the correction date is April 8, 2023, admit card was released on 3rd May 2023. So, you can check on their website to download the admit card for NEET 2023.

Conversely, you can visit our website as we will update the news as soon as NEET 2023 admit card is released on the website. Moreover, do keep in mind, to download your admit card you must log in using your user ID and password.

Documents necessary to bring on the NEET 2023 Exam Day

A printed copy of Admit Card downloaded from the NTA website with a passport-size photograph (same as uploaded on the Application form pasted on it).

One passport-size photograph (same as uploaded on the Online Application Form) for pasting on the specific space in the attendance sheet at the Centre during NEET (UG) – 2023 Examination.

One Post Card Size (4”X6”) colour photograph with white background should be pasted on the Proforma downloaded with the Admit Card. The proforma with Post Card size photograph shall be handed over to the Invigilator in the Examination Hall.

Any one of the authorized photo IDs (must be original and valid and like PAN card/Driving License/VoterID/Passport/Aadhaar Card /Ration Card/ Class 12 Admit Card with Photograph /any other valid photo ID issued by the Government.

PwBD certificate issued by the Competent Authority, if claiming the relaxation under the PwBD category.

NEET 2023 Candidate Eligibility

Before taking the exam, it is vital to know the NEET 2023 eligibility requirements. More significantly, there are a few little things to remember while applying. For instance, NEET upholds specific rules on who is qualified to take the exam. Therefore, the aspirant will always benefit from knowing that in depth. Find the information in the following table:

Minimum Age for NEET 2023 Exam	The candidate must complete 17 years of age or have to reach the specified age before 31^st December 2023 when they are taking admission to the undergraduate medical colleges after qualifying NEET.
Minimum Age limit for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWBD candidates	Same age limit
Are Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and Foreign Nationals allowed to take the exam?	NTA allows Indian Citizens to take the exam but it also allows Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and Foreign Nationals to take admission.
Minimum Qualification for NEET 2023 exam	The candidates must be 10+2 passed with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as the main subject. Alternatively, NEET allows a candidate who has given the 12 standard board exams but is waiting for the result. But they must pass the board exam at the time of the first round of counselling.
Minimum qualification marks for NEET 2023 exam	A candidate must have Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with English as the main subject. For General candidates, the aggregate marks for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/ Bio-technology are 50% and for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWBD are 40%. These are the bare minimum marks required to be eligible for NEET.
Maximum Age limit for NEET 2023	NEET has removed any upper limit of age.

More detailed eligibility criteria for NEET 2023

The Intermediate/Pre-degree Examination in Science of an Indian University/Board or other authorized examining body with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology (practical test included), and English as a compulsory subject are eligible for NEET.
The Pre-professional/Pre-medical Examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English after passing either the Higher Secondary Examination or the Pre-University or an equivalent examination (practical test included) and English as a compulsory subject are eligible for NEET.
The first year of a three-year degree course at a recognized university in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English (practical test included) provided the examination is a University Examination and the candidate has passed the previous qualifying examination in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English at a level not less than a core course.
B.Sc. Examination of an Indian University provided that he/she has completed the B.Sc. Examination with at least two of the subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany, Zoology)/Biotechnology and that he/she has passed the previous qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
Any other examination that is found to be equivalent to the Intermediate Science Examination of an Indian University/Board, taking Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English, in scope and standard (Last 02 years of 10+2 Study comprising of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology; which shall include practical tests in each of these subjects and English).

NEET 2023 Exam Date Rules and Regulations:

The candidate cannot enter the Examination Centre after 1:30 p.m. Therefore, the candidate shall leave home well in advance taking into consideration various factors such as traffic, location of the Centre and weather conditions, etc.
The candidate will follow all the instructions and maintain discipline in the examination/ Examination Hall.
Moreover, they will not breach any examination rule.
Plus, they will not use or promote any unfair means of activity during the examination.
In case, the candidate finds another candidate using unfair means in the examination, the same will be immediately informed to the Invigilators on duty.
The candidate will bring only the following to the Examination Centre:
- Admit Card along with passport-size photograph affixed on it;
- One passport-size photograph is to be affixed to the Attendance Sheet.
- Valid Original Identity proof, and PwBD certificate, if applicable.
- One Post Card Size (4”X6”) colour photograph with white background should be pasted on the Proforma downloaded with the Admit Card and should be handed over to Invigilator at the Centre. If they do not bring then they’ll be not able to sit and will be disqualified.
The candidate will not bring any barred items to the Centre.
The candidate will cooperate with the staff at Examination Centre during Frisking.
The candidates will report at the allotted Examination Centre well in advance to make themselves available for compulsory physical frisking.
The candidate will follow the dress code for appearing in NEET 2023 Examination. If candidates are wearing a customary dress, they need to report at the allotted Examination centre latest by 12:30 pm on the day of the examination.
The candidate will regularly visit the website and also check registered email/SMS for any updates regarding the Examination.

Conclusion

With this last bit of information, we have concluded this article. As told earlier, getting every inch of important info is necessary for you. It will not only keep you well-equipped but in the exam hall, you’ll be ready for anything that might be thrown at you. So, keep preparing and achieve success, Pathfinder wishes you the best of luck.

FAQs

1. How to retrieve a forgotten Application number?

Visit the NEET website and click ‘Forgot Application Number’. Enter the same information as your previous application like Candidate’s, Father’s, Mother’s Name, DOB, Categories and security PIN. Click submit and receive the application number on your registered phone number.

2. How to reset a forgotten password?

Visit the NEET website and click ‘Forgot Password’, choose any of the options

Using Security Question & the Answer you choose during Form filling.

A verification code will be sent via text message (SMS) to your Registered mobile number.

A reset link sent via email to your Registered email address.

Click continue, and follow the instruction from there, you’ll be asked to type a new password, and this time do remember it.

3. Is there an age criterion for NEET?

Yes, there is, the candidate must be 17 years old or must be completed on or before 31 December of the year at the time of registration.

4. What are the subjects covered in NEET?

Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology.

5. Which languages are available for the NEET exam?

English, Hindu, Bengali, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Assamese, Marathi, Gujarati, Urdu and Odia.

6. Who organizes NEET Examination?

National Testing Agency (NTA) organizes NEET every year. It is an independent, autonomous, and self-sustaining primary testing agency established by The Government of India’s Ministry of Education (MoE).

7. What is the duration of the NEET Examination?

It is three (03) hours and 20 minutes.

8. What if a candidate selects the wrong language medium for the exam?

When completing the Application Form, the medium of the Question Paper should be carefully selected. Once picked, the option cannot be changed.

9. What is the mode of the NEET 2023 Examination?

NEET (UG) – 2023 is a pen-and-paper exam that must be completed on a specifically designed machine-gradable OMR sheet with a ballpoint pen given by the centre. Furthermore, tampering with the OMR at any level will result in the disqualification of the candidate for three years.

10. Is Qualifying NEET ensuring a candidate’s admission?

Simply taking and passing NEET does not guarantee a candidate admission to Undergraduate Medical Courses. Seats in any Medical Institution recognised for offering Undergraduate Medical Courses are subject to fulfilling the admission criteria, eligibility, rank in the merit list, medical fitness, and such other criteria as may be prescribed by the Government of India, respective States, Universities, Institutions, and Medical/ Dental/ Ayurveda/ Siddha/ Unani/ Homeopathy Colleges.