NEET Exam Pattern 2025
Complete exam pattern and structure for NEET 2025 with subject-wise question distribution and marking scheme.
Updated Pattern for NEET 2025
3 Hours 20 Minutes
Duration
180 (180 to attempt)
Total Questions
720 Marks
Total Marks
Multiple Choice Questions
Question Type
Subject-wise Question Distribution
| Subject | Total Questions | Compulsory | Optional | To Attempt | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 50 | 45 | 5 | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 50 | 45 | 5 | 45 | 180 |
| Biology | 90 | 90 | 0 | 90 | 360 |
| Total | 180 | 180 | 0 | 180 | 720 |
Physics
Total Questions:50
Compulsory:45
Optional:5
To Attempt:45
Total Marks:180
Chemistry
Total Questions:50
Compulsory:45
Optional:5
To Attempt:45
Total Marks:180
Biology
Total Questions:90
Compulsory:90
Optional:0
To Attempt:90
Total Marks:360
Total
Total Questions:180
Compulsory:180
Optional:0
To Attempt:180
Total Marks:720
Marking Scheme
Correct Answer
+4
Incorrect Answer
-1
Unattempted
0
Section-wise Breakdown
Section A
Contains questions from Class 11 and 12 syllabus. All questions are compulsory.
- • Physics: 35 questions
- • Chemistry: 35 questions
- • Biology: 70 questions
Section B
Contains optional questions. Students need to attempt a specific number from the available options.
- • Physics: 15 questions available, attempt any 10 (Total: 35 + 10 = 45)
- • Chemistry: 15 questions available, attempt any 10 (Total: 35 + 10 = 45)
- • Biology: 20 questions available, attempt all 20 (Total: 70 + 20 = 90)
Time Management Guide
Recommended time allocation for 3 hours 20 minutes (200 minutes) exam:
Physics
60 min
~1.3 min per question
Chemistry
60 min
~1.3 min per question
Biology
80 min
~0.9 min per question
Pro Tip: Keep 20 minutes buffer for revision and OMR sheet filling. Start with your strongest subject to build confidence.
How to Fill OMR Sheet Correctly
Do's
- • Use only blue/black ball point pen
- • Fill the circle completely and darkly
- • Mark only one answer per question
- • Check roll number and details carefully
- • Fill bubbles in the same order as questions
Don'ts
- • Don't use pencil or gel pen
- • Don't make stray marks on OMR sheet
- • Don't fill multiple circles for one question
- • Don't fold or damage the OMR sheet
- • Don't write anything outside designated areas
Important Exam Guidelines
Exam Rules
- • OMR sheet based examination
- • Use only blue/black ball point pen
- • No negative marking for unattempted questions
- • Rough work to be done on question booklet only
- • Carry valid ID proof and admit card
Strategy Tips
- • Attempt easier questions first
- • Be careful with negative marking (-1 for wrong answer)
- • Time management is crucial - stick to time limits
- • Review answers if time permits
- • Don't leave questions you're confident about