NEET UG NRI Quota 2024: Dates, Eligibility, Cut off, Documents etc.

NEET UG NRI Quota 2024: The NRI Quota is a topic of interest for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) students aspiring to pursue medical careers. Let’s delve into the essential details regarding the NRI quota in NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) for the year 2024. As the NEET continues to be the gateway for aspiring medical students in India, it’s crucial to grasp the intricacies of various quotas, including the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) quota. In NEET 2024, understanding how the NRI quota operates is essential for both NRI candidates and those vying for seats under this category.

For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) seeking admission to medical colleges in India, the NRI quota offers a pathway to realise their dreams of pursuing a career in medicine.

Highlights

Particulars	Description
Name of Examination	National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (U.G.) or NEET-UG
Conducted by	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Application Begins	9th February 2024
Application End	9th March 2024
NEET 2024 Admit Card	May 2024
NEET Exam 2024	5 May 2024 (Announced)
Result Declaration	June 2024 (Expected)
Counselling Process	July/ August
Batches Start	September

Understanding the NRI Quota

• Contrary to popular belief, there is no specific NRI quota within the NEET exam itself.
• However, eligible candidates can apply under the NRI category for admission to medical colleges.
• Some government, private, and deemed universities allocate seats specifically for NRI students who have qualified in NEET-UG.

What is the NRI Quota in NEET?

Deemed universities in India reserve 15% of their MBBS seats for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) students, including Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI). This quota offers an alternative route to secure admission, separate from the All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota competition.

1. No Direct NRI Quota in NEET Exam:
   • Contrary to popular belief, there is no specific NRI quota within the NEET exam itself.
   • However, eligible candidates can apply under the NRI category if they meet the necessary criteria.
   • Some government and private medical colleges, as well as deemed universities, reserve seats for NRI-qualified candidates.
2. Eligibility Criteria for NRI Students:
   • NRI students can write the NEET entrance exam if they fulfill the following criteria:
     • Age Limit: Meet the age requirements specified for NEET-UG.
     • Academic Qualifications: Perform well in Grade XII (or equivalent) examination with the required subjects.
     • Appearance in NEET: Successfully appear for the NEET-UG exam.

Who Qualifies as NRI Candidates in NEET?

Candidates fall into the NRI quota in NEET if they meet the following criteria:

1. Indian Origin and Settled Abroad: The candidate must be of Indian origin and currently residing in a foreign country.
2. Children of Indian Citizens Abroad: Indian citizens’ children who are staying abroad for business or employment purposes are also considered under the NRI category.
3. Born Abroad with Indian-Origin Parents: Candidates born abroad but having parents of Indian origin fall within the NRI category.
4. Children of Government Employees on Deputation: Candidates who are children of State or Central Government employees staying abroad during their deputation period are eligible for the NRI quota.
5. Residing Abroad for 5 Years: Candidates should have resided outside India for at least 5 years to gain NRI status.
6. Education from Residing Country: Additionally, candidates must have completed their 10th and 10+2 examinations from the country where they currently reside.

Benefits of the NRI Quota

• Potentially Lower Cutoff Scores: Competition within the NRI quota might be less intense compared to the general pool, offering a strategic advantage.
• Wider College Choices: Deemed universities across India participate, providing diverse options beyond government colleges.
• Culturally Familiar Environment: Studying in India allows you to connect with your roots and experience the unique medical education system.

Eligibility Criteria for NRI Students

To be eligible for admission to MBBS programs in Indian Medical Universities under the NRI quota, students must meet specific criteria:

• NRI Status Verification: Submission of supporting documents to verify NRI status is mandatory.
• Valid Passport: Possession of a valid passport is a prerequisite.
• NEET Exam Completion: Successful completion of the NEET exam with satisfactory grades is compulsory.
• Education Format: Completion of education in the 10+2 format or an equivalent educational system is required.
• Core Subjects: Biology must be one of the core subjects studied, alongside Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
• Blood Relationship: Applicants must demonstrate a genuine blood relationship with financial supporters, including but not limited to father, mother, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, etc.
• Age Requirements: Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 17 years and should not exceed the maximum age limit of 25 years.

Document Required

 Here’s a list of documents that an NRI student must carry during MBBS admission;

• Valid passport
• Student visa
• NOC from the Ministry of External Affairs, GOI (Government of India), New Delhi
• Non-Objection Certificate issued by the Ambassador/ competent authority of the candidate’s country to allow their stay and study in India
• Class X Marksheet Class X Passing Certificate
• Marksheet of the Qualifying Examination
• Vaccination Certificate
• Transfer Certificate
• Health Certificate
• Migration Certificate
• Health Insurance Certificate
• Community Certificate
• Passport-size colour photographs of candidates (six copies)
• Joint declaration by the parent and the applicant as per the format
• Recent stamp-size colour photographs (four copies)

NRI Admission Dates 2024

Refer to the table below for information on the NRI Quota and important dates:

Events	Dates
Application begins	09 February 2024
Application ends	09 March 2024
NEET 2024 Admit Card 2024	May 2024
NEET 2024	May 5, 2024 ( Announced)
NEET Result Declaration 2024	2nd week of June 2024 (Announced)
NEET Counselling Process 2024	July/August 2024
NEET Batches, starting from	September 2024

NEET UG NRI Quota Cut-off 2024

This section provides info about NRI Quota NEET MBBS cut off admission.

Category	Percentile	2018 (Cut off)	2019 (Cut off)	2020 (Cut off)	2021 (Cut off)	2022 (Cut off)
SC/ST/OBC	40th	96	107	113	108	93
UR-PH	45th	107	120	129	122	105
UR- General	50th	119	134	146	138	117
PH- SC/STOBC	40th	96	107	113	108	93

NRI Quota Seats and Fees in NEET 2024

The following table highlights some of India’s leading medical colleges and universities that offer MBBS admissions under the NRI quota through NEET 2024. Additionally, it includes information on the lowest NRI fees for MBBS programs in India.

Name of the College	State	MBBS NRI Quota Fees (Lowest)	Number of NRI Quota Seats
Vinayak Mission Medical College & Hospital Karaikal	Puducherry	INR 31.000	41
Sree Sidharth Medical College (SSMC Tumkur)	Karnataka	INR 25, 000	19
Maharishi Markendeshwar Institute of Medical Science & Research, Mullana	Haryana	INR 31,100	22
Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DNIMS), Wardha	Maharashtra	INR 39, 500	30
Yenepoya Medical College, Malanpur	Karnataka	INR 31,100	23
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum	Karnataka	INR 39, 650	30
BVDU Medical College & Hospital, Sangli	Maharashtra	INR 40,000	23
Amrita School of Medicine, Kota	Kerala	INR 40,000	15
Bharti Vidyapeeth Deemed University Medical College, Pune	Maharashtra	INR 40.000	23
Dr. D.Y.Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Center (DYPMC), Pune	Maharashtra	INR 40,000	38

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