NEET UG 2025 Exam Date, Timing, Guidelines, Dress Code, and Admit Card Instructions
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2025 will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on May 4, 2025 (Sunday).
With lakhs of students set to appear for the medical entrance exam across India, NTA has released strict guidelines that every candidate must follow on the exam day.
Candidates must ensure that they are fully prepared—not just academically but also with the right documents, attire, and understanding of what items are banned at the exam center.
📅 NEET UG 2025 Exam Date and Time Schedule
- Exam Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025
- Exam Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:20 PM
- Entry Time at Center: 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM
- Last Entry Allowed: 1:30 PM sharp
- Duration: 3 hours and 20 minutes
⚠️ Note: Late entry will not be permitted under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to reach the exam venue well in advance.
🎫 NEET UG 2025 Admit Card Released – Download Now
The NEET UG 2025 admit card has already been released on the official website – neet.nta.nic.in. Candidates must:
- Visit the official NTA NEET website
- Click on the ‘Download Admit Card NEET UG 2025’ link
- Enter application number and date of birth
- Download and print multiple copies of the admit card
✅ Tip: Carry at least 2-3 printouts of your admit card to avoid any last-minute issues.
📜 Documents to Carry for NEET UG 2025
Every NEET UG aspirant must carry the following mandatory documents to the exam center:
- Printed Admit Card – with a passport-size photograph pasted
- One Passport-Size Photograph – for pasting on attendance sheet
- Valid Photo ID Proof – any one of the following:
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID
- Passport
- PAN Card
- Driving License
- School ID with photo
- PwD Certificate (if applicable) – for candidates under PwD category
📌 Important: All documents must be original and clearly legible.
👕 NEET UG 2025 Dress Code Guidelines – What to Wear and Avoid
To maintain transparency and avoid any unfair means during the examination, NTA has set a strict dress code for NEET 2025 aspirants.
✅ Permitted Attire for NEET 2025:
- Light-colored half-sleeved shirts or t-shirts
- Trousers or salwar (for female candidates)
- Slippers or low-heeled sandals
❌ Not Allowed:
- Full sleeve shirts or kurtas
- Shoes or high heels
- Metal accessories like rings, chains, earrings, bracelets, or nose pins
- Caps, scarves, or any religious headgear (unless approved)
- Watches or any kind of electronic devices
🔍 Note: Candidates wearing customary/religious attire must report an hour early for frisking.
🚫 Prohibited Items in NEET UG 2025 Exam Hall
NTA has strictly prohibited the following items in the NEET UG 2025 examination hall:
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, earphones
- Calculators, smartwatches, digital watches
- Stationery items (unless allowed)
- Food items, water bottles, or edibles (except for diabetic students)
- Handbags, wallets, or purses
- Any study material, notes, books, or chits
🎒 Allowed Items:
- NEET 2025 Admit Card with photo
- Valid ID proof
- Transparent ballpoint pen
- Passport-size photo
- Transparent water bottle (if required)
📌 NEET UG 2025 Exam Pattern – Key Highlights
Mode of Examination: Offline (pen and paper)
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Subjects Covered:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology (Botany + Zoology)
🧾 Question and Marking Details:
| Subject | Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | A + B | 50 (45 to attempt) | 180 |
| Chemistry | A + B | 50 (45 to attempt) | 180 |
| Biology | A + B | 100 (90 to attempt) | 360 |
| Total | 200 (180 to attempt) | 720 |
✔️ Marking Scheme:
- +4 for each correct answer
- -1 for each incorrect answer
- 0 for unattempted questions
📢 NEET UG 2025 Answer Key and Result Date
- Provisional Answer Key: Likely to be released within a week after the exam
- Final Answer Key and Result: Expected by end of May 2025
- Candidates will be allowed to raise objections against the provisional answer key for a nominal fee
Stay updated on the official website – neet.nta.nic.in
📝 Important Tips for NEET UG 2025 Candidates
To ensure a stress-free exam day, here are some quick tips:
- ✅ Reach the exam center 1 hour early
- ✅ Double-check all documents before leaving home
- ✅ Follow the NEET UG 2025 dress code strictly
- ✅ Do not carry prohibited items
- ✅ Read the NEET UG instructions on the admit card carefully
- ✅ Stay calm, focused, and confident
📍 Final Words – Be Exam Ready for NEET UG 2025
The NEET UG 2025 exam on May 4 is a crucial gateway for students aspiring to enter the medical and dental field in India.
Following the prescribed NEET exam guidelines, dress code, and carrying the required documents will help avoid unnecessary stress and disqualification.
