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    How to score good marks in NEET 2025 - Tips for physics, chemistry & biology

    How to score good marks in NEET 2025 - Tips for physics, chemistry & biology

    Manisha TiwariUpdated on 30 Dec 2024, 05:59 PM IST

    The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test is conducted by the NTA for admission to MBBS/BDS and AYUSH courses in India. Medical aspirants must be wary of the thought of how to score good marks in NEET 2025. This is a common question of distress that all candidates face. The answer to this question of scoring good marks in NEET 2025 is a strong study routine and plan.

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    1. How to score good marks in NEET 2025: Make a study plan
    2. How to get good marks in NEET: Best books
    3. How to score good in NEET 2025: Subject-wise important topics
    4. NEET Chemistry important topics
    How to score good marks in NEET 2025 - Tips for physics, chemistry & biology
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    The preparation tips of NEET must be taken into consideration in order to score well in the examination. It must be noted by candidates that NEET is the single national-level medical entrance examination for undergraduate courses wherein more than 24 lakh aspirants registered in 2024. This number of candidates in NEET is likely to increase in 2025 too. Thus, the competition to crack NTA NEET 2025 is sure to be stringent and candidates must score good marks in NEET. NEET 2025 will be conducted for admission to over 1 lakh MBBS, 27,698 BDS, 52,720 AYUSH and 525 BVSc & AH offered in colleges of India including 1,899 AIIMS and 249 JIPMER seats. For details on how to score good marks in NEET 2025 candidates can refer to the article that follows.

    How to score good marks in NEET 2025: Know the exam pattern

    Scoring above 700 in NEET 2025 requires thorough preparation, dedication, and smart study strategies. For candidates to start preparing for India's single largest medical entrance exam, it is important to be aware of the exam pattern. NEET exam pattern can be checked from the table mentioned below.

    NEET 2025 exam pattern

    Factors

    Details

    Mode of question paper

    Pen and Paper mode

    Duration of the exam

    3 hours 20 minutes

    Language/Medium

    English, Hindi, Bengali, Assamese, Gujarati, Kannada, Telugu, Marathi, Odia, Malayalam, Punjabi, Tamil, and Urdu

    Question Type

    Multiple Choice Questions

    Total number of questions

    A total of 200 questions will be asked out of which candidates have to answer 180

    Total marks in NEET

    720 Marks

    Marking Scheme

    • 4 marks will be awarded for each correct answer

    • One mark will be deducted for each wrong attempt

    • No marks for unanswered questions

    How to score good marks in NEET 2025: Make a study plan

    A score of 450 is generally considered above average and can secure admission to many medical colleges in India. Therefore, it is indeed essential for candidates to make an error-free study plan for the examination if they wish to secure good marks in NEET. Having a study plan and religiously following the same will help candidates manage their time in the examination hall and while preparing for the examination. Also, candidates will have appropriate time to revise well and get their queries solved before D-Day.

    How to get good marks in NEET: Best books

    A score above 600 can be considered a good score in NEET, which can be easily achieved by studying from the best books. Medical aspirants seeking to score well in the UG medical exam should know the best books for NEET This will help them in their preparation for the examination in an efficient manner. For the convenience of candidates, this list is provided below.

    Best books for NEET 2025 Physics preparation

    Below is the list of best NEET books for Physics

    • NCERT Physics Class XI & Class XII

    • Concepts of Physics by H. C. Verma

    • Objective Physics By DC Pandey

    • Fundamentals of Physics by Halliday, Resnick and Walker

    • Fundamental Physics by Pradeep

    • Problems in General Physics by IE Irodov

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    Best books for Chemistry for NEET 2025 preparation

    Below is the list of best NEET books for Chemistry

    • NCERT Chemistry textbooks for Class XI and XII

    • Physical Chemistry by OP Tandon

    • ABC of Chemistry for Classes 11 and 12 by Modern

    • Concise Inorganic Chemistry by JD Lee

    • Dinesh Chemistry Guide

    • Practise books by VK Jaiswal (Inorganic), MS Chauhan (Organic) and N Awasthi (Physical)

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    Best books for NEET 2025 Biology

    Below is the list of best NEET books for Biology

    • NCERT Biology Class XI and Class XII textbooks

    • Biology Vol 1 and Vol 2 by Trueman

    • Objective Biology by Dinesh

    • Objective Botany by Ansari

    • Pradeep Guide on Biology

    • GR Bathla publications for Biology

    Candidates must note above that NCERT is an integral and irreplaceable book for preparations of all three subjects.

    How to score good in NEET 2025: Subject-wise important topics

    The term "safest score" in NEET is subjective and can vary depending on the level of competition, the difficulty of the exam, and the cutoff scores set by the authority. Candidates must know the NEET chapter-wise weightage and important topics to score well. Aspirants can check below the list of important topics subject-wise that must be covered by candidates while preparing to score well in NEET.

    Important topics for NEET Physics

    • Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body

    • Properties of bulk matter

    • Oscillations and Waves

    • Electrostatics

    • Current Electricity

    • Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

    • Optics

    • Electronic devices

    NEET 2025 Biology - Important topics

    Plant Kingdom

    • Questions from different types of algae and their pigments

    • General characters of pteridophytes and gymnosperms

    Biological classification

    • General features of Monera, Protista, Fungi

    Structural organisation in plants and animals

    • Root, stem, and leaf anatomy

    • Animals tissues and their functions, specifically epithelial tissues

    Cell: Structure & Functions

    • Mycoplasma, nucleus, chromosomes, ribosomes, chloroplast and mitochondria

    • Meiosis - Prophase I

    Plant physiology

    • C3, C4 cycle

    • Kranz anatomy

    • Glycolysis and Krebs cycle

    • ETS complexes

    • Photoperiodism

    • Transpiration pull

    • Bulk movement in Phloem

    • Mineral deficiency & Nitrogen cycle

    Animal/Human Physiology

    • All topics specifically diagrams are very important

    Reproduction

    • Gametogenesis in plants

    • Gametogenesis in humans

    • Reproductive structures in plants and animals

    • Polyembryony, Parthenocarpy, apomixis

    • Menstrual cycle

    Genetics & evolution

    • Dihybrid cross, linkage

    • Codominance

    • Pedigree analysis

    • Genetic disorders

    • Darwinism and natural selection

    • Human evolution

    Biotechnology

    • Process and applications

    • BT cotton, RNAi, Human insulin, Gene therapy, molecular diagnostics

    Biology in human welfare

    • Human immunity

    • AIDS, Cancer

    • Drugs

    Ecology and environment

    • Environmental issues

    • Biogeochemical cycles

    • Population interactions

    • Adaptations

    • Succession

    NEET Chemistry important topics

    Some basic principles of Organic chemistry

    • Mole Concept And Molar Masses

    • Stoichiometry,

    • Stoichiometric Calculations

    Atomic structure

    • Bohr model for the hydrogen atom

    • Quantum mechanical model of an atom

    Chemical bonding and molecular structure

    • Valence Bond theory

    • Hybridization

    • The valence shell electron pair repulsion theory

    Solutions

    • Ideal and non-ideal solutions

    • Colligative properties

    Equilibrium

    • Ionization of acids and bases

    • Solubility Equilibria of sparingly soluble salts

    Coordination compounds

    • Bonding in coordination compounds

    • Stability of coordination compounds

    In Organic Chemistry

    Some basic principles and techniques

    • Isomerism and fundamental concepts in organic reaction mechanism

    Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

    • Properties of alcohols and properties of phenols

    How to get good marks in NEET?

    A score of 570 marks in NEET is not bad. To get a seat in a government medical college. Scoring 570+ can be considered as a safe zone and have chances to get it. However, a good score in NEET can vary based on several factors including the difficulty level of the exam, the competition, and the cutoff scores set by different colleges and universities. Getting good marks in the NEET exam requires a combination of effective study strategies, consistent effort, and a well-structured approach. Here are some tips to help candidates understand how to score 720 in NEET 2025.

    1. Understand the syllabus

    2. Build a strong foundation

    3. Create a study plan

    4. Practice regularly

    5. Solve mock tests and previous papers

    6. Time management

    7. Understand concepts, not just memorize

    8. Revise thoroughly

    9. Identify your weaknesses and work on them

    10. Seek guidance

    11. Stay healthy

    12. Maintain a positive mindset

    13. Avoid cramming

    14. Stay updated

    15. Don't panic during the exam

    Also read:

    NEET Syllabus: Subjects & Chapters
    Select your preferred subject to view the chapters

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is NEET 2025 examination mode of conduct?
    A:

    NEET UG is conducted in the pen and paper (offline) mode. 

    Q: In how many languages will NEET 2025 be conducted?
    A:

    NEET 2025 will be conducted in a total of 13 languages out of which two are national and the remaining 11 are regional languages.

    Q: Is there negative marking in NEET 2025?
    A:

    Yes, according to the exam pattern of NEET, 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

    Q: Who conducts NEET?
    A:

    The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test- NEET. 

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