Today, Sunday, May 4, 2025, was the day the National Testing Agency (NTA) successfully conducted the NEET (UG) 2025 examination across 5,4...
Today, Sunday, May 4, 2025, was the day the National Testing Agency (NTA) successfully conducted the NEET (UG) 2025 examination across 5,453 centers in 548 cities within India and 14 cities abroad.
Key Highlights of NEET UG 2025:
* Exam Conducted: The examination was held in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (IST).
* Large Participation: Over 20.8 lakh candidates appeared for the medical entrance test. Some sources indicate over 22.7 lakh registrations.
* Strict Security Measures: The NTA implemented stringent security protocols, including multi-layered frisking and monitoring of coaching centers, to prevent unfair practices. This follows controversies surrounding the NEET UG 2024 exam.
* "Whole-of-Government" Approach: Multiple ministries and agencies were involved in ensuring the fairness of the exam, with a Centralised Control Room set up under the Ministry of Education.
* Exam Center Logistics: Authorities ensured the availability of essential facilities like drinking water, electricity, first aid, and portable toilets at all centers, considering the summer afternoon schedule. Ambulance services were also on standby.
* Combating Misinformation: The NTA had launched a Suspicious Claims Reporting Portal on April 26th and identified over 100 Telegram and Instagram channels spreading false paper leak claims, which were reported to cybercrime authorities.
* Exam Analysis: Initial feedback suggests the paper had moderate difficulty, with a range of easy to challenging questions. Many students found the Physics section particularly tough and concept-heavy, while Biology was doable but lengthy. Experts anticipate that the tougher paper might lead to lower overall cutoffs this year.
* Answer Key and Results: The provisional answer key is expected in the fourth week of May 2025, and the NEET UG 2025 result is tentatively scheduled to be released by June 14, 2025.
NEET 2024 Malpractices Update:
* The National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed the immediate suspension of 26 MBBS students found to be involved in malpractices during the NEET UG 2024 examination.
* Admissions of 14 more students for the academic year 2024-25 have been canceled for using unfair means in the 2024 entrance exam.
* These actions were based on findings from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which is investigating cases related to the NEET UG 2024 exam, which was marred by alleged paper leaks and irregularities.
In summary, today's NEET UG 2025 exam was conducted under tight security, with analysis suggesting a moderately difficult paper. Meanwhile, actions are being taken against students involved in malpractices in the previous year's examination.
