Before you plan a single mock test, you need to know exactly what the NEET-UG paper looks like. Here is the pattern NTA has used most recently, and what it means for your preparation for NEET 2027.
NEET-UG at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Pen and paper (OMR sheet) |
| Total questions | 180, all compulsory |
| Total marks | 720 |
| Duration | 180 minutes (3 hours) |
| Question type | Multiple choice, four options, one correct |
| Languages | 13 languages including English and Hindi |
Subject-wise distribution
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Botany | 45 | 180 |
| Zoology | 45 | 180 |
Biology (Botany and Zoology together) carries half of all marks. That is why consistent biology accuracy matters more than anything else.
Marking scheme
- +4 for every correct answer
- −1 for every wrong answer
- 0 for unattempted questions
Because of negative marking, a wild guess costs you. A good rule: attempt a question if you can confidently eliminate two options.
What changed recently
Earlier papers had an optional Section B with 200 questions and 200 minutes. NTA has since moved to 180 compulsory questions in 180 minutes, so there is no choice to skip weak topics. Every chapter in the syllabus matters.
What this means for your practice
- Practise full 3-hour papers regularly so one minute per question feels natural.
- Track accuracy, not just attempts. Negative marking punishes speed without accuracy.
- Cover the full syllabus. With no optional section, weak chapters cannot be avoided.
Always confirm the final pattern in the official NTA information bulletin for NEET 2027 when it is released.
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