How Many Times Can NEET Be Given?
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the entrance exam for medical and dental courses in India, including MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical courses. It is one of the most competitive exams in the country, and candidates aspiring to pursue a career in the medical field must appear for this exam.
A common question that many candidates have is how many times they can appear for NEET. In this article, we will clarify the number of attempts allowed for the NEET exam and other important details related to NEET eligibility.
Number of Attempts for NEET Exam
As per the latest guidelines provided by the National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts the NEET exam, there is no limit on the number of attempts a candidate can make for the NEET exam. This means:
- You can appear for NEET as many times as you want, provided you meet the eligibility criteria for each attempt.
- For instance, if you meet the age limit and educational qualifications, you can appear for NEET every year until you reach the age limit.
Eligibility Criteria for NEET Exam
Although there is no limit on the number of attempts, there are specific eligibility requirements that candidates must fulfill to appear for NEET:
1. Age Limit
- Minimum Age: Candidates must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31 of the year of admission.
- Maximum Age: Candidates must not be older than 25 years. However, there is a relaxation of 5 years for candidates from reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC).
2. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have completed their 12th grade with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology as subjects.
- Candidates must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the 12th grade (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates, and 45% for PwD candidates) in the qualifying examination.
3. Nationality
- NEET is open to Indian nationals, NRIs, OCIs, and PIOs. Foreign nationals are also eligible, but they need to fulfill specific requirements set by the respective medical colleges.
How Long Can You Appear for NEET?
While there is no attempt limit, the age limit for NEET restricts the number of years a candidate can appear for the exam:
- Maximum Age: If you are under 25 years old (30 years for reserved categories), you can appear for NEET as long as you fulfill the educational criteria. After turning 25, you will no longer be eligible to take the exam.
Therefore, the number of attempts you can make depends on how many years you are within the age limit, as well as whether you meet the educational qualifications each time you apply.
Conclusion
To sum up:
- There is no limit on the number of times you can appear for the NEET exam, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria regarding age and education.
- The only limitation is the age limit: candidates can attempt NEET until they turn 25 (30 for reserved categories), after which they are no longer eligible.
Thus, you have ample opportunities to attempt NEET, as long as you continue to meet the eligibility requirements, and there is no set number of attempts.
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