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NEET Exam Pattern 2026

The NEET exam pattern for 2026, which will be announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA), will be crucial for candidates preparing for the examination.

Here’s a clear, student-friendly overview of the Pattern of NEET (UG) – 2026
(Based on the latest NEET format followed by NTA; any official change by NTA will be applicable.)

Pattern of NEET (UG) – 2026

Mode of Examination

  • Offline (Pen & Paper Based)
  • OMR answer sheet
  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

 

NEET Exam Duration

  • 3 Hours (180 minutes)

 

Subjects Covered

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
    • Botany
    • Zoology

 

Number of Questions & Sections

Each subject is divided into Section A & Section B:

Subject

Section A

Section B

Questions to Attempt

Physics

35

15

35 + 10 = 45

Chemistry

35

15

35 + 10 = 45

Biology

50

20

50 + 10 = 60

Total

120

50

180 Questions

👉 In Section B, students can attempt any 10 questions out of 15/20.

Total Marks

  • 720 Marks

Subject

Marks

Physics

180

Chemistry

180

Biology

360

Total

720

 

NEET UG Marking Scheme

  • +4 marks for each correct answer
  • –1 mark for each incorrect answer
  • 0 mark for unanswered questions

 

NEET Medium of Question Paper

NEET (UG) is conducted in multiple languages, including:

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Regional languages (as notified by NTA)

 

NEET UG Syllabus

  • Class 11 & 12 syllabus
  • Based on NCERT curriculum for Physics, Chemistry & Biology
  • View the details Syllabus of NEET UG