New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the NEET UG 2025 exam on May 4. In advance of the exam, the NTA has released the Advance City Intimation Slip. Candidates can download it from the official NTA website to check the city where their exam centre is located—though the exact address of the centre will not be mentioned at this stage.
The admit card will be available for download on May 1, allowing candidates to easily access all required details to appear for the exam. This year, NEET UG 2025 will be held under several new rules and regulations.
Join NEET News 2025 Major Changes in NEET UG 2025 Exam
- Significant changes have been made for the NEET UG 2025 examination. Over 23 lakh candidates have registered for the exam scheduled to be held on May 4. In terms of gender ratio, more than 55% of the applicants are female students.
- This examination is being conducted for approximately 1,18,190 MBBS seats, 26,000 dental seats, and around 2,40,000 seats across other courses such as Homeopathy, Veterinary, Ayurveda, Unani, and Nursing.
Major Change in NEET UG Question Paper Pattern
- Exam Duration Reduced: Earlier, the NEET UG exam was conducted for 3 hours and 20 minutes (until 2024). However, in NEET UG 2025, the exam duration has been reduced to just 1 hour.
- Change in Total Number of Questions: Previously, the paper included a total of 200 questions, divided into Section A and Section B.
Section A Pattern (Old):
- Physics: 35 questions
- Chemistry: 35 questions
- Biology: 70 questions
Section B Pattern (Old):
- Physics: 15 questions (attempt any 10)
- Chemistry: 15 questions (attempt any 10)
- Biology: 30 questions (attempt any 20)
Updated Format: The updated format introduces significant structural changes, including a shorter duration and possible alterations in the number and type of questions (exact new pattern details may vary and should be checked on NTA’s official website).
Changes in NEET UG 2025 Exam Pattern
In NEET UG 2025, the exam pattern has undergone major changes. The paper will now consist of a total of 180 questions. The earlier format of Section A and Section B has been completely removed, and all questions will be compulsory to attempt. The subject-wise distribution will include 45 questions each in Physics and Chemistry, and 90 questions in Biology. This new pattern is similar to the exam structure followed in NEET UG 2020 and earlier editions.
Important Exam Details for NEET UG 2025
| Category | Details |
| Exam Date and Time | May 4, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (single shift) |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Reporting Time | At least 1.5 hours before the exam starts |
| Late Entry Note | Candidates arriving late (especially from Delhi) may not be allowed to enter |
| Mode of Examination | Offline mode (pen and paper-based) |
| Question Type | Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 180 |
| Languages Offered | 13 languages including Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Assamese, etc. |
NEET UG 2025 Admit Card Details
- Admit Card Release Date: NTA will release the admit card on May 1, 2025.
- How to Download: Once the link is active, candidates can download their admit card from the official NTA website.
- Instructions for Admit Card: Candidates must print a clear copy of the admit card. They must also carry a valid ID proof along with the admit card to the exam center for identification.
