How to score good marks in NEET 2024 - Tips for physics, chemistry & biology

How to score good marks in NEET 2024 - Tips for physics, chemistry & biology

Edited By Manisha Tiwari | Updated on Feb 07, 2024 12:48 PM IST | #NEET

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. This is a common question of distress that all candidates face. The answer to this question of scoring good marks in NEET 2024 is a strong study routine and plan.

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  1. How to score good marks in NEET 2024: Make a study plan
  2. How to get good marks in NEET: Best books
  3. How to score good in NEET 2024: Subject-wise important topics
  4. NEET Chemistry important topics
How to score good marks in NEET 2024 - Tips for physics, chemistry & biology
How to score good marks in NEET 2024 - Tips for physics, chemistry & biology

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 20 lakh aspirants have registered this year. Thus, the competition to crack NTA NEET 2024 is sure to be stringent and candidates must score good marks in NEET.

NEET 2024 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 2024 candidates can refer to the article that follows.

How to score good marks in NEET 2024: Know the exam pattern

Scoring above 700 in NEET 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 2024 exam pattern can be checked from the table mentioned below.

NEET 2024 exam pattern

Factors

Details

Mode of NEET question paper

Pen and Paper mode

Duration of the NEET 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 asked in NEET 2024

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

Total marks in NEET

720 Marks

NEET Marking Scheme 2024

  • 4 marks will be awarded for each correct answer

  • One mark will be deducted for each wrong attempt

  • No marks for unanswered question


How to score good marks in NEET 2024: 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 best books. Medical aspirants seeking to score well in the UG medical exam should know the best books for NEET 2024. 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 2024 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 2024 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 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 2024: 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 2024 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 hydrogen atom

  • Quantum mechanical model of 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 2024.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is NEET 2024 examination mode of conduct?

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

2. Who conducts NEET?

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

3. In how many languages will NEET 2024 be conducted?

NEET 2024 will be conducted in a total of 13 languages out of which two are national and the remaining 11 are regional languages.

4. Is there negative marking in NEET 2024?

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

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Column I ( Salivary gland)

 

Column II ( Their location)

Parotids

I

Below tongue

Sub-maxillary / sub-mandibular

Ii

Lower jaw

Sub-linguals

Iii

Cheek

Option: 1

a(i), b(ii) , c(iii)

 


Option: 2

a(ii), b(i), c(iii)

 


Option: 3

a(i), b(iii), c(ii)


Option: 4

a(iii), b(ii), c(i)


Ethyl \; ester \xrightarrow[(excess)]{CH_{3}MgBr} P

the product 'P' will be ,

Option: 1


Option: 2


Option: 3

\left ( C_{2}H_{5} \right )_{3} - C- OH


Option: 4


 

    

           

 Valve name                            

             

Function

    I   Aortic valve     A

Prevents blood from going backward from the pulmonary artery to the right ventricle.

    II   Mitral valve     B

 Prevent blood from flowing backward from the right ventricle to the right atrium.

    III   Pulmonic valve     C

 Prevents backward flow from the aorta into the left ventricle.

    IV   Tricuspid valve     D

 Prevent backward flow from the left ventricle to the left atrium.

 

Option: 1

I – A , II – B, III – C, IV – D


Option: 2

 I – B , II – C , III – A , IV – D


Option: 3

 I – C , II – D , III – A , IV – B


Option: 4

 I – D , II – A , III – B , IV – C 

 

 


Column A Column B
A

a) Organisation of cellular contents and further cell growth.  

B

b) Leads to formation of two daughter cells.

C

c) Cell grows physically and increase volume proteins,organells.

D

d)  synthesis and replication of DNA.

Match the correct option as per the process shown in the diagram. 

 

 

 

Option: 1

1-b,2-a,3-d,4-c
 


Option: 2

1-c,2-b,3-a,4-d


Option: 3

1-a,2-d,3-c,4-b

 


Option: 4

1-c,2-d,3-a,4-b


0.014 Kg of N2 gas at 27 0C is kept in a closed vessel. How much heat is required to double the rms speed of the N2 molecules?

Option: 1

3000 cal


Option: 2

2250 cal


Option: 3

2500 cal


Option: 4

3500 cal


0.16 g of dibasic acid required 25 ml of decinormal NaOH solution for complete neutralisation. The modecular weight of the acid will be

Option: 1

32


Option: 2

64


Option: 3

128


Option: 4

256


0.5 F of electricity is passed through 500 mL of copper sulphate solution. The amount of copper (in g) which can be deposited will be:

Option: 1

31.75


Option: 2

15.8


Option: 3

47.4


Option: 4

63.5


0.5 g of an organic substance was kjeldahlised and the ammonia released was neutralised by 100 ml 0.1 M HCl. Percentage of nitrogen in the compound is

Option: 1

14


Option: 2

42


Option: 3

28


Option: 4

72


0xone is

Option: 1

\mathrm{KO}_{2}


Option: 2

\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{2}


Option: 3

\mathrm{Li}_{2} \mathrm{O}


Option: 4

\mathrm{CaO}


(1) A substance  known as "Smack"

(2) Diacetylmorphine

(3) Possessing a white color

(4) Devoid of any odor

(5) Crystal compound with a bitter taste

(6) Obtained by extracting from the latex of the poppy plant

The above statements/information are correct for:

Option: 1

Morphine


Option: 2

Heroin


Option: 3

Cocaine


Option: 4

Barbiturates


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