NEET 2021 Exam Date, Syllabus, Pattern, Application, Eligibility, Preparation Tips and Books

NEET 2021 is expected to be conducted in the first week of May 2021. Candidates planning to get admission in MBBS, BDS, AYUSH courses have to appear for NEET. The application forms for NEET 2021 will be released online however the exam will be conducted in an offline mode. Last year, NTA had released the registration forms in the month of November but this year candidates can expect a delay due to COVID-19.

What’s New In NEET 2021?

So far there is no update regarding any change in the exam by the authorities. However, candidates can expect a change in the syllabus as CBSE has already the syllabus for class XI and XII. 

• The mode of exam, pattern, marking scheme, distribution of marks, duration, etc apparently remains the same.
• No changes in the eligibility criteria have been announced. 
• NEET is the only qualifying exam to get admission in MMBS, BDS, AIIMS, JIPMER etc. 

Changes, if any, shall be updated as and when available. 

NEET 2021 Sample Papers

Students can utilize practice papers to get acquainted with the exam pattern and syllabus. 

• It will also benefit them in gaining speed & precision required to score well in NEET 2021.
• The sample papers will aid candidates in identifying the important topics and the weightage of marks.
• Since NEET 2021 will have negative marking, attempting multiple practice papers will help candidates lower their chances of receiving penalties on their questions. 
• Applicants can attempt sectional as well as whole practice papers for NEET 2021. It is important to time oneself when attempting any mock test.

Best Books for NEET 2021.

Preparation Tips for NEET 2021

NEET is one of the most challenging exams among medical aspirants. Thus, it is important for candidates to follow a proper schedule and study plan to ace the examination.

• Begin from Scratch: Since you have an year to prepare for the test, start from brushing your basics, since they formulate the major portion of the examinations because even if the questions are not asked directly, the basics hhelp you solve complex problems.
• Create a rational timetable: Following a timetable plays a major role in the preparation of any examination. Hence, it is necessary to frame a rational schedule which not only provides you ample time to study but also some relaxing hours. The sudy time should be divided amongst all subjects as per your abilities so that no section remains untouched.
• Practice Regularly: Get thorough with the syllabus and practice questions as much as you can. Syllabus once covered, and then left idle will not fetch you marks. Attempt questions on a repeated basis.
• Adopt Mock Tests Mantra: Mock Tests have come out be a blessing in recent times with the advancement of technology. Almost all coaching institutes online, and other educational websites, provide the facility of attempting mock tests that not only lets you know the kind of questions that might appear in the examination but also the analyse the time you consume to attempt the paper.

NEET 2021 Important Dates

Events	Date (Tentative)
Release of application form	December 2020
Last date for submission of application form	January 2021
Last date for fee payment	January 2021
Correction window availability	February 2021
Availability of admit card	April 2021
Date of Exam	May 2021
Release of OMR & Answer Key	Within a week from the date of exam
Declaration of result	June 2021
Counselling will commence from	2nd week of June 2021