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NEET Preparation Tips 2024 - Strategy, Time Table, Study Material

NEET Preparation Tips 2024 - Strategy, Time Table, Study Material

Edited By Manisha Tiwari | Updated on Feb 08, 2024 03:18 PM IST | #NEET
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for students aspiring to become doctors. Over 21 lakh students striving to practice medicine in the country essentially sit NEET UG every year. Therefore, it is imperative to put the best step forward for candidates who wish to crack the test in one go. To increase the chances of qualifying for NEET 2024, it is necessary to know how to prepare for the exam in the best possible way.

The ideal age for NEET preparation depends on the individual's academic readiness, dedication and personal circumstances. The NEET UG 2024 preparation tips will guide medical aspirants to strategise their study schedule, manage time, and clear doubts that are necessary to qualify for the entrance exam. To help the candidates, Careers360 brings some important tips on how to prepare for the NEET exam. The article will acquaint the candidates with quintessential NEET preparation tips to crack the entrance exam.

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How to start NEET preparation: Make a realistic study schedule

NEET UG preparation needs hard work, as well as smart work. Therefore making a pragmatic study schedule is the first step towards building a comprehensive plan on how to prepare for the NEET exam. It is obligatory to stick to the schedule to avoid piling tasks for later. Candidates should set realistic targets as per their capacity as aiming for superficial targets will only lead to disappointment and consequently, it will affect performance.

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According to Shailendra Maheshwari Director of Career Point, “It is quite obvious that a study schedule has to be there for the preparation of any competitive exam. In particular, if we talk about NTA NEET then there are four subjects – Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology. It is required to prepare a tentative study plan to cover all the subjects effectively.”

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How to study for NEET: Know the exam pattern

Understanding the exam pattern of NEET UG is crucial if students wish to score a good rank. The paper pattern of NEET 2024 gives an idea about the mode of the test, total number and type of questions, marking scheme and more.

NEET UG 2024 exam pattern

Factors in Exam Pattern

Details

Mode of NEET question paper

Pen and paper based mode

Duration of the NEET exam

3 hours and 20 minutes

Question type

Multiple Choice Questions

Total number of questions asked in NEET 2024

200 questions, out of which aspirants have to solve 180 questions

Section-wise questions

Physics (35+15)

Chemistry (35+15)

Botany (35+15)

Zoology (35+15)

Total marks in NEET

720 Marks

NEET marking scheme 2024

4 marks will be given for each correct answer


1 mark will be deducted for each wrong attempt


No marks for unanswered questions

Preparation tips for NEET 2024: Know the syllabus

Before starting the preparation, candidates need to know the syllabus of NEET well as it forms the base of the study schedule. The entire preparation would be of no use if the candidates are not aware of the sections, chapters, and concepts that are in the NEET syllabus 2024.

For formulating a strategy for NEET preparation 2024, it is crucial to know the details of the syllabus. Dividing the time to be spent on each section can be done only when a candidate knows the syllabus thoroughly.

How to study for NEET: Study from the best books

Syllabus of NEET is vast and a lot of material is available to prepare for the exam. Therefore, one of the greatest tips on how to prepare for NEET is to know the best possible books.

Even though it goes without saying that NCERT books are the most important ones that have to be prepared thoroughly, other relevant resources can also help to prepare the entire NEET syllabus 2024. The list of best books for NEET 2024 are mentioned below.

Physics

  • 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

  • Physical Chemistry by OP Tandon

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Chemistry

  • 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)

Biology

  • Biology Vol 1 and Vol 2 by Trueman

  • Objective Biology by Dinesh

  • Objective Botany by Ansari

  • Pradeep Guide on Biology

  • GRB Bathla publications for Biology

How to prepare for NEET: Previous year exam analysis

Leading coaching institutes will be releasing the analysis of the examination done by the academic experts. Nevertheless, the previous year's analysis of the NEET UG exam will help the candidates in NEET exam preparation.

  • Previous year experts suggested that the NEET exam last year was of moderate difficulty level.

  • Among all three subjects, Physics was the easiest to attempt as compared to Chemistry which was relatively tough. The difficulty level of Biology was identified as a moderate level.

  • In the Physics section, both numerical and assertion-based questions were asked. Some questions required lengthy calculations however, overall the section was easy.

  • As per the exam analysis by a coaching institute, the Zoology section was difficult in comparison to the Botany section.

  • The Chemistry section was found to be toughest. The questions were compiled from every topic.

How to study for NEET: Subject-wise important topics

Candidates while preparing for the exam, must focus on the NEET chapter-wise weightage which is evaluated based on the analysis of the previous year's question papers which will help in the preparation of the exam. The chapter-wise weightage of NEET also allows the candidates to identify the importance of a topic and the number of marks it is likely to fetch.

Important topics from NEET

Physics

Chemistry

Biology

Thermodynamics

Mole concept

Morphology of flowering plants

Waves & sound

Chemical & Ionic equilibrium

Sexual reproduction in flowering plants

Capacitors & electrostatics

Electrochemistry

Biotechnology and its applications

Magnetics

Coordination chemistry

Cell cycle

Electromagnetic induction

Chemical bonding

Cell division

Kinematics

Chemical thermodynamics

Biodiversity and conservation

Gravitation

Chemical kinetics

Human reproduction

Fluid

Biomolecules

Photosynthesis in higher plants

Heat

Polymers


Optics & modern physics




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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

1. What should be the daily routine to crack NEET 2024 with good rank?

To crack the NEET 2024 candidates must form a solid strategy to motivate themselves through the preparation journey. Undoubtedly, every candidate must be having his/her routine but the key is to find what works best for you. Studying early in the day often helps. Short breaks in the study schedule help in the long run. Candidates must study and practice for NEET 2024 with an unwavering focus.

2. What are the best books for NEET 2024?

The NCERT books are considered to be the best books for NEET 2024. Other important books are mentioned in the article above. 

3. How do I crack NEET 2024 by self-study?

Preparing for NEET by Self-study requires a lot of self-motivation. The preparation for NEET 2024 can be a tedious task thus making a pragmatic timetable can be very helpful. Also, keeping track of the mistakes done and working on improving them can be beneficial. Making notes after concluding a chapter will help while revising the topic in the future.

4. Is NEET a tough exam?

Difficulty level of NEET cannot be presumed. However, seeing the past trends it can be said that the NEET is relatively a moderate exam. Competition increases with the increase in number of applicants every year while the number of seats does not increase in the same proportion. To get an MBBS seat it is very important to secure a good rank in NEET 2024.

5. Is NCERT enough for the Biology section?

NCERT is without a doubt the best source to learn Biology. The text of NCERT diagrams & their labelling, tables & their data should be learned & memorised thoroughly. Candidates should essentially go through examples provided by CBSE/NCERT for question practice. However, other textbooks of Biology can also be helpful.

6. How many hours should I study for NEET?

Experts and toppers suggest that every day at least 5-6 hours of sincere study can be fruitful in achieving a good score in NEET 2024.

7. Will NEET be a computer-based test?

No, NEET is conducted in pen and paper mode. 

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Hello khushabu

Whether You will be eligible to get a seat in iisc depends upon your jee mains score and cut off iisc jee in 2025.

For general category , the candidate must get around 350 rank in jee mains

Around 17000 rank for ews and obc  category

Around 20000 for obc and ews ( female )

Now a days there has been introduced a New method , iiser aptitude test

The eligibility criteria for getting a seat in iisc , the candidate must obtain minimum 60% marks in class xii.

In physics,  chemistry and mathematics.

10 % seats are reserved for women.

Hello aspirant

Yes you woll be eligible to appear for Neet in 2027.

You were born on 14/3/2010

On  14/3/2027 , you will complete 17 years .

As per neet eligibility criteria The candidate must have completed 17 years of age.

The candidate must have passed class xii with minimum 50% marks in physics ,chemistry and biology from any recognized university.

Neet is the sole door way to enter various medical courses like mbbs, bds, bams , bhms , bpt , Ayush and veterinary science. It will be commenced on May 5. 2024.


For details you may refer the link given below

https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/neet-eligibility-criteria


Hello Jyoti

You missed two chances of making corrections in neet ug form. Once in March correction window was open and second time on April 12, 2024 , neet corre tion window was opened for 2 days .

Anyways,  don't be panic at this time , you can send a mail to the official website neet.nta .nic.in

There is other way too

Neet help line desk is there to help you out . You can connect to

Neet help line numbers

011 69227700

011 40759000


Hello Gyan

Neet cut off changes every year . It is different for different states,  also cut off depends upon certain factors like

  • Number of candidates appeared in exam
  • Toughness of exam
  • normalisation process
  • previous year's cut off
  • category of candidate

qualifying percentile For neet ug

cut for mbbs is very high due to tough competition so is for courses like bams , bhms .

neet qualifying cut off bams 2024 is minimum marks required to pass the entrance exam whereas afmission bams neet cut off 2024 is the last rank at which admission will be granted to the student.

For general category it is 50 th percentile

For sc/ st / obc it is 40 percentile.


For neet college prediction please refer the link below

https://medicine.careers360.com/neet-college-predictor?utm_source=qna&utm_medium=neet_cp


For rank prediction you must visit the below given link.

https://medicine.careers360.com/neet-rank-predictor?utm_source=qna&utm_medium=neet_rp

Hello aspirant

Whether you will get veterinary seat in government college depends upon cut off neet 2024 . Cut iff varies with state.

As you belong to obc category,  you will have relaxation but with 200 marks it is difficult to get a seat in  government college.

For general category candidate,  the safer score to get government college is 450 + for verinary Course.

For obc the candidate must secure 350+ marks .

You may try in following colleges

IVRI , Barelly

SOA , Bhubaneswar

VCRI , Chennai

MIT pune

BFIT , Dehradun , uttarakhand

CVAS bikaner, rajsthan


For rank prediction you may visit the following link

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For college prediction you may visit the link given below

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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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