The National Testing Agency (NTA) launched the online applications for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2025 officially. The entrance test serves as a necessary requirement to access undergraduate medical courses in medical institutions across India. This article contains all the details regarding the NEET-UG 2025 application procedure together with the admission requirements and testing specifications.
Important Dates for NEET (UG) 2025
- Online Submission of Application Form: February 7, 2025 – March 7, 2025 (till 11:50 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: March 7, 2025
- Application Correction Window: March 9 – March 11, 2025
- Announcement of Examination City: To be announced later
- Downloading of Admit Cards: To be announced later
- NEET (UG) 2025 Examination Date: May 4, 2025 (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM IST)
- Display of Answer Keys and Recorded Responses: To be announced
- Result Declaration: Tentatively by June 14, 2025
Eligibility Criteria for NEET (UG) 2025
Section 14 of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019 declares that NEET (UG) serves as a necessary requirement to obtain admission in medical institutions for undergraduate medical programs. The examination serves as an admission prerequisite for prospective students entering BDS Dental programs as well as BVSc AH Veterinary Science and all AYUSH curriculum under their corresponding governing bodies.
Candidates who want to enter B.Sc. Nursing programs at Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) hospitals need to successfully pass NEET (UG)-2025.
Exam Pattern and Medium of NEET (UG) 2025
- Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)
- Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST
- Languages Available: NEET (UG) 2025 will be conducted in 13 languages: Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
Application Process for NEET (UG) 2025
Candidates need to apply for NEET (UG) 2025 through the official NTA website that is located at https://neet.nta.nic.in. Any NEET (UG) 2025 application that utilizes methods other than the official website will automatically be considered invalid. Here are the key steps:
- Candidates need to create an account using their valid email ID together with their mobile number during registration.
- Prospective candidates must complete two steps which include the application form registration and personnel data entry revealed by educational achievements and examination center preference.
- Candidates need to upload their recent passport-sized photograph together with their signature along with their necessary certificates through the platform.
- Candidates must finish their fee payment through online channels using Debit/Credit Card in addition to Net Banking and UPI.
NEET (UG) 2025 Examination Fees
| Category | Exam Fee (INR) – Centers in India | Exam Fee (INR) – Centers Outside India |
| General | 1,700 | 9,500 |
| General-EWS/OBC-NCL | 1,600 | N/A |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender | 1,000 | N/A |
Note: Additional Processing Charges & GST will be applicable.
Important Guidelines for Candidates
- The application system allows each individual to file no more than a single submission. Your application will become invalid if you submit more than one form.
- The NTA will use the candidates’ correct email ID and mobile number to send all vital correspondence which will occur through registered email/SMS.
- Candidates can make application corrections only within the pre-established correction window.
- The official website of NTA has issued the release of admit cards while candidates need to present it combined with an acceptable identification document when entering their examination venue.
- Candidates must obey every guideline stated in the Information Bulletin that exists on the NEET website.
Contact Details for Queries
In case of any difficulty in applying for NEET (UG) 2025, candidates can contact the NTA helpdesk:
- Helpline Numbers: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
- Email: neet@nta.ac.in
- Official Website: https://neet.nta.nic.in
Conclusion
The NEET (UG) 2025 serves as a fundamental medical admission test for all candidates throughout India. Contenders must read application guidelines carefully because the online application period has opened along with proper form submission deadlines. Visit the NTA website to remain updated about official exam schedule changes and additional important notifications involving NEET (UG) 2025.