NEET UG Exam Pattern 2027 Complete Guide
Complete guide to NEET 2027 exam pattern — CBT (online) mode, 720 marks, 180 questions, subject-wise breakdown, marking scheme, Section A & B structure, syllabus overview and expert preparation tips by Sarthak Classes Jind.
Quick facts
- Conducted By
- NTA (National Testing Agency)
- Exam Mode
- CBT — Online (from 2027)
- Duration
- 3 Hours 20 Minutes
- Total Questions
- 180 Questions
- Total Marks
- 720 Marks
- Correct Answer
- +4 Marks
- Wrong Answer
- −1 Mark
- Languages
- 13 Languages
NEET 2027 — CBT Mode Announced
Major change for 2027 examThe NEET exam pattern 2027 is an important factor for every NEET aspirant to shape their final exam strategy for securing an MBBS seat. Every year, the National Testing Agency (NTA) announces the NEET exam pattern covering — exam mode, question format, total marks, marking scheme, OMR/CBT guidelines and time duration.
For NEET 2026 candidates: Note that NEET 2026 was cancelled due to paper leak allegations. NEET 2027 will be the next major NEET exam and will be conducted in the new CBT format. The core structure of Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects with 720 total marks remains unchanged.
For Current Preparation: Even though NEET 2027 will be in CBT mode, the syllabus, total marks (720), subjects, and marking scheme (+4/−1) remain the same. Your preparation strategy does not need to change — only the answer-marking method will be on screen instead of OMR.
NEET 2027 Exam Pattern — Overview
All key parameters at a glance| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) — on behalf of National Medical Commission (NMC) and Ministry of Education |
| Exam Name | NEET UG — National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) |
| Exam Mode (2027) | Computer-Based Test (CBT) — Online Mode NEW 2027 |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours 20 Minutes (200 minutes) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany + Zoology) |
| Total Questions | 180 Questions (all compulsory) |
| Question Type | Objective MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) — 4 options, 1 correct |
| Total Marks | 720 Marks |
| Correct Answer | +4 Marks |
| Wrong Answer | −1 Mark (Negative Marking) |
| Unattempted | 0 Marks (no penalty) |
| Medium / Language | 13 Languages — English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu |
| Frequency | Once per year (May–June typically) |
| Admission Through | MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSc Nursing, Veterinary and other medical UG programs in India |
Subject-wise Marks & Questions Breakdown
Physics · Chemistry · Biology (Botany + Zoology)Physics
Magnetism, Modern Physics, Waves
Chemistry
NCERT-based MCQs
Botany
NCERT Class XI & XII
Zoology
Evolution, Human Health & Disease
| Subject | Questions | Marks | % of Paper | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌿 Botany | 45 | 180 | 25% | Very High |
| 🐾 Zoology | 45 | 180 | 25% | Very High |
| ⚙️ Physics | 45 | 180 | 25% | High |
| ⚗️ Chemistry | 45 | 180 | 25% | High |
| 📊 Total | 180 | 720 | 100% | Biology = 50% of paper |
Key Strategy: Biology (Botany + Zoology) = 360 marks = 50% of total paper. A student who scores 320+ in Biology and 200 in Physics + Chemistry will easily cross 520 marks. Always prioritize Biology NCERT mastery first.
NEET 2027 Marking Scheme
+4 for correct · −1 for wrong · 0 for unattempted| Scenario | Marks | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Correct Answer (all 180) | +720 | Perfect score — extremely rare |
| 1 Wrong Answer | −1 | Negative marking reduces score |
| All Wrong (180 wrong) | −180 | Blind guessing without strategy is dangerous |
| All Options Wrong in a Q | +4 | If NTA declares all options wrong, all who attempted get +4 |
| Question Dropped by NTA | +4 | All candidates (attempted or not) get full marks |
Sarthak Expert Tip: With −1 negative marking, attempt a question only when you are 70%+ confident. If unsure between 2 options, eliminate obviously wrong ones first. Never randomly guess all remaining questions. A wrong answer costs you 5 marks net (−1 wrong + lost +4 correct = 5-mark swing).
NEET 2027 Question Structure
All 180 questions compulsory — no optional sectionUnlike the NEET 2021–2026 pattern which had Section A (compulsory) and Section B (attempt any 10 of 15), the NEET 2027 pattern reverts to all 180 questions being compulsory — similar to the pre-2021 pattern. This is part of the restructuring that accompanies the shift to CBT mode.
NEET 2026 Pattern (Old) vs NEET 2027 Pattern (New):
| Feature | NEET 2022–2026 (Old) | NEET 2027 (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper OMR) | Online CBT (Computer-Based) |
| Question Structure | Section A (35 compulsory) + Section B (15, attempt 10) | All 180 questions compulsory |
| Total Questions | 200 Qs (180 attempt) | 180 Questions |
| Total Marks | 720 Marks | 720 Marks (unchanged) |
| Marking Scheme | +4/−1 (Sec A), +4/0 (Sec B) | +4/−1 (all questions) |
| Optional Questions | Yes (Section B — choose 10 of 15) | No — all compulsory |
| Exam Shifts | Single shift | Multiple shifts possible (CBT) |
For Your Preparation: Since NEET 2027 makes all 180 questions compulsory with negative marking on all, accuracy is even more important. Practice attempting all questions confidently. Our NEET coaching at Sarthak Classes trains you with weekly 720-mark mocks in this exact format.
NEET 2027 Syllabus Overview
Class XI + XII NCERT based — Physics · Chemistry · BiologyThe NEET syllabus is based on NCERT Class XI and XII textbooks for Physics, Chemistry and Biology. The NTA follows the syllabus recommended by the Medical Council of India (MCI). Key focus areas for each subject:
| Subject | Class XI Topics | Class XII Topics |
|---|---|---|
| ⚙️ Physics | Physical World, Units, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work-Energy, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Properties of Bulk Matter, Thermodynamics, Oscillations, Waves | Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects, EMI, Alternating Current, Optics (Ray & Wave), Dual Nature, Atoms, Nuclei, Electronic Devices |
| ⚗️ Chemistry | Basic Concepts, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, States of Matter, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Redox, Hydrogen, s-Block, p-Block (Gr 13–18), Organic Basics, Hydrocarbons | Solid State, Solutions, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry, p-Block (Gr 15–18), d-f Block, Coordination, Haloalkanes, Alcohols, Aldehydes, Amines, Biomolecules, Polymers |
| 🌿 Botany | Diversity (Kingdom Plantae, Fungi, Algae), Structural Org. in Plants, Cell Biology, Cell Cycle, Biomolecules, Plant Physiology (Transport, Mineral Nutrition, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Growth) | Reproduction in Plants, Genetics & Molecular Biology (Mendel to DNA), Evolution, Ecology & Environment (Organisms, Ecosystem, Biodiversity) |
| 🐾 Zoology | Diversity (Animal Kingdom), Structural Org. in Animals (Cockroach, Earthworm, Frog), Cell Biology (shared), Biomolecules (shared) | Human Reproduction, Reproductive Health, Genetics (Chromosomal basis), Human Health & Disease, Biotechnology & Applications, Ecology (shared) |
NCERT is Everything for NEET: 85–90% of NEET questions come directly from NCERT Class XI and XII textbooks — especially Biology. Read every line, every diagram, every table and every footnote. NCERT exemplar problems are also important for Physics and Chemistry MCQs.
NEET 2027 Key Changes — What's New
Expected changes announced by NTA for 2027🖥️ Exam Mode Changed to Online CBT
Most significant change — NEET 2027 will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Students will use computers at exam centres instead of OMR sheets. The NTA implemented this to improve integrity and reduce paper leak scope.
📝 All 180 Questions Compulsory — No Optional Section
Section A + Section B optional structure (used in 2021–2026) is expected to be removed. All 180 questions will be compulsory to attempt, with negative marking (−1) on all questions. This increases the importance of accuracy.
📅 Multiple Exam Shifts Possible
With CBT mode, NTA may conduct NEET in multiple shifts (like JEE Main) due to the large number of candidates (20+ lakh). Different sets of question papers with separate difficulty levels are expected, similar to JEE Main normalisation.
📊 Percentile-Based Score with Normalisation
If multiple shifts are conducted, NTA is expected to introduce percentile-based normalisation (already used in JEE Main, CUET, CAT). This adjusts raw scores fairly across different difficulty levels in different shifts.
🔒 Enhanced Security Measures
CBT mode inherently eliminates physical paper leaks. Enhanced biometric verification, CCTV monitoring and digital audit trails expected at all exam centres. Aadhar-based identity verification may be implemented.
📚 Syllabus and Marking Scheme — Unchanged
The core NEET syllabus (Physics, Chemistry, Biology — Class XI + XII NCERT) and marking scheme (+4 correct, −1 wrong) are expected to remain the same. Total marks = 720. This means your preparation methodology does not need to change.
Expert Preparation Tips — Sarthak Classes
Subject-wise strategy from our NEET faculty🌿 Biology (360 marks — 50% paper)
NCERT is the Bible. Read every line, every diagram, every table in Class XI and XII Biology NCERT. Read minimum 7 times throughout the year. Focus: Genetics, Ecology, Human Physiology, Biotechnology. NCERT exemplar for assertion-reason practice.
⚗️ Chemistry (180 marks)
Inorganic Chemistry — follow NCERT strictly, nothing more. Organic — reactions and named reactions with mechanisms. Physical — daily problem practice. All three branches equal importance. NCERT examples and exercises compulsory.
⚙️ Physics (180 marks)
Concept first, formula second. NEET Physics is highly repetitive — solve all PYQs from 2013–2026. Focus: Mechanics (25%), Electromagnetism (25%), Optics (15%), Modern Physics (15%). Formula sheet revision daily.
📅 Weekly Mock Test Strategy
Attempt full 720-mark NEET mock every Saturday in exam conditions — 3 hours 20 minutes, no interruptions. Sunday: analyze mistakes, identify weak chapters. Monday onwards: target weak chapters. Sarthak Classes conducts free weekly mocks.
🖥️ CBT Mode Practice (New for 2027)
Since NEET 2027 will be CBT, start practicing on NTA's free mock test portal (nta.ac.in). Get comfortable answering on screen, using the review/mark feature, and navigating between sections. Screen fatigue management is important.
📊 Score Targeting
Target: Biology 320+ (out of 360) + Chemistry 155+ (out of 180) + Physics 145+ (out of 180) = 620+. This score qualifies for most government MBBS seats. For AIIMS Delhi, target 680+. For PGIMS Rohtak (Haryana), target 580+.
| Target College | NEET Score Needed | Approx. AIR | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏥 AIIMS Delhi | 680–695+ | AIR ~50 | General |
| 🏥 JIPMER / Top AIIMS | 650–680 | AIR ~150–300 | General |
| 🏥 MAMC / LHMC Delhi (AIQ) | 630–655 | AIR ~400–700 | General AIQ |
| 🏥 PGIMS Rohtak (Haryana State) | 580–620 | ~1200–3000 | Haryana General |
| 🏥 Other Haryana Govt. MBBS | 545–580 | ~3000–8000 | Haryana State |
| 🏥 Private MBBS Colleges | 500–545 | ~8000+ | General Merit |
Frequently Asked Questions
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