NTA NEET FAQs 2023

NEET is a national-level entrance exam that allows candidates to fulfil their dreams of studying to become medical practitioners across India. As the examination is crucial, students are often left with multiple uncertainties regarding the NEET 2023 registration process, especially for the ones who will appear for the first time.

In 2022, NEET 2022 was held on July 17, but NEET 2023 is expected to be conducted around May next year. It will be an entirely offline test consisting of multiple-choice questions. Here, you will get to know several important NEET-FAQs, which will possibly clear your doubts regarding the same.

Let us begin with general FAQs on NEET 2023.

General FAQs

1. How many times will NEET 2023 be conducted?

Ans. One speculation exists that says NTA may conduct NEET 2023 twice a year, but it is not yet official. So, until any official notification is released, NEET 2023 will be conducted once a year and is speculated to be held in May.

2. What is the attempt limit of NEET 2023?

Ans. As of now, a student can appear for NEET any number of times since the limitations on the number of attempts have been removed.

Eligibility Criteria FAQs

1. What are the qualifications required to appear for NEET 2023?

Ans. Firstly, every candidate must be of 17 years of age as on December 31, 2023. Also, candidates whose date of birth is on December 31, 2006, or before are eligible. Secondly, applicants must have finished his/her class 12 examinations from a recognised central or state board with main subjects – English, Physics, Biology and Chemistry. Moreover, PIOs, NRIs, OCIs and foreign citizens can also apply.

2. Can a candidate sit for NEET 2023 if he/she has a gap between standards 11 and 12?

Ans. Yes, from now onwards, a candidate having a gap between his/her classes 11 and 12 is also eligible to appear for NEET exams.

Application Form FAQs

1. How much is the fee for the NEET 2023 application process?

Ans. Students belonging to the general category need to pay an amount of Rs.1600, and in the case of OBC-NCL students, the amount is Rs.1500. For PWD, transgender, ST and SC, it is Rs.900. For candidates outside India, the fees is Rs. 8500.

2. What shows the proof for payment of application fees to the NTA?

Ans. As soon as you receive the confirmation page, it determines that your payment is successful. Moreover, information related to the payment will be provided at the end of the payment confirmation page.

Correction Window FAQs

1. Which particulars can a student modify or edit in the correction window?

Ans. The National Testing Agency gives the correction page facility after filling up the application form. However, only a few details can be altered, like the medium of question paper, birthplace, choice of exam cities, academic information, parents' name and residential address.

2. How can a student change their preference of language after he/she has submitted the NEET 2023 application form?

Ans. A candidate cannot change language preference after he/she has submitted the form. The reason behind this is that allotment of exam centres is done depending on question paper medium.

The next questions are for students who ask, "what will be my NEET exam pattern?"

Exam Pattern FAQs

1. What are the alterations that have taken place in the exam pattern of NEET 2023?

Ans. To date, there is no information regarding any change in the pattern of the NEET 2023 exam pattern or syllabus. If any change takes place, it will be disclosed in the NEET 2023 information brochure.

2. How many MCQs will be asked from each subject?

Ans. The Biology section consists of 90 questions, and both Physics and Chemistry comprise 45 questions each.

Admit Card FAQs

1. Which documents should a student carry to the examination centre?

Ans. Besides the NEET 2023 admit card printout, you must carry valid identity proof, one passport-size photograph and a PwD certificate, if applicable.

2. What should a candidate do if he/she misplaces his/her NEET 2023 admit card?

Ans. A soft copy of admit card is sent to every student to their email ID. In case your admit card is lost, you can retrieve it from your mail.

The next NEET-FAQs are related to test day guidelines and will help you to understand the examination day guidelines.

Test Day Guidelines FAQs

1. What is the dress code for NEET 2023?

Ans. The dress code for NEET 2023 will be declared after the exam notification is out, which is expected in December 2022. However, here is the NEET 2022 dress code to help you get an idea.

Male students are requested to wear half sleeve shirts or t-shirts of light colour, trousers and footwear must be sandals or slippers as shoes are strictly not allowed. Remember that full-sleeve shirts are not permitted, and you must not wear kurta-pyjamas as well. Also, avoid clothes having fancy pockets, big buttons, heavy embroidery and zips.

Female candidates should also wear clothes which are light in colour and do not have any embroidery, zips, brooches, etc., while footwear must be slippers or sandals. Girls are also advised not to wear accessories or any kind of jewellery.

2. What is the time for entry to the examination room?

Ans. As NEET starts at 2 pm, you can reach the venue 2 hours before, but you will be allowed to enter the hall after 1.30 pm.

Answer Key FAQs

1. What is the amount to challenge the OMR grading, and is it possible to do so?

Ans. Yes, you will be allowed to challenge the OMR sheet for NEET 2023. Last year, the fee for each response was Rs.1000, which is a non-refundable amount. But no official amount has been declared for NEET 2023 yet.

2. What is the dissimilarity between the official answer keys and the ones produced by coaching institutes?

Ans. The significant difference between them is that NTA releases the NEET official answer key, while the ones generated by coaching centres may be inaccurate.

Along with exams, you must also know details related to your scorecard. Hence, the following NEET FAQs are quite important.

Result FAQs

1. How is the NEET rank letter different from the NEET scorecard?

Ans. The scorecard refers to the result of a candidate, which contains details like the student’s name, category, percentile score, NEET cut-off, All India Rank and category rank. On the other hand, a rank letter can be downloaded by only 15 per cent of AIQ merit list students.

2. How is the NEET 2022 cut-off determined?

Ans. Based on the total number of students taking the exam, exam level difficulty, and seat availability under every institute and category, the cut-off of NEET 2023 will be decided.

Thus, in order to get admission to the topmost medical institutes, you have to achieve a commendable rank. As hard work is the key to success, every medical aspirant like you is advised to prepare individual subjects by heart.

Apart from the above-mentioned NEET-FAQs, you may have preparation-related questions in your mind as well. For instance, you may wonder, "how will I prepare for my NEET 2023?" The answer is simple; you must revise and appear for mock tests.

Additionally, throughout this process, it is also essential to take care of your health by eating healthy food and taking adequate rest.