NEET Dress Code 2023 for Male and Female by NTA

NEET Dress Code 2023 for Male and Female by NTA: Medical aspirants appearing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, NEET-UG 2023, will have to follow a specific dress code laid down by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The NEET 2023 dress code for males and females will be mentioned in the official information brochure of NEET 2023.

Like other NEET rules and regulations, the NEET dress code 2023 will be strictly implemented on all aspirants both males and females to prevent malpractices and cheating. The dress code of NEET 2023 guides the aspirants about the kind of clothing, footwear, and other items to be worn on the day of the medical entrance exam. Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, NTA added two major items to the NEET dress code, which are masks and gloves.

The NEET exam date 2023 is May 7. The NEET 2023 dress code by NTA will acquaint the candidates with items and clothing that are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall. Such details will also be printed on the NEET admit card 2023. Any candidate who is found to be wearing prohibited items listed in the dress code will not be allowed to enter the NEET 2023 exam centre, thus it is advised to follow it and avoid an unnecessary hassle. NEET 2023 will be conducted in pen and paper mode. Careers360 brings to you the complete information on the NEET dress code to help you be exam-ready.

NEET 2023 dress code; for male & female by NTA - Video guide

NEET 2023 dress code

The authority specifies NEET 2023 dress code for male and female candidates which must be adhered to. Special guidelines in the information bulletin will be mentioned for the candidates who wish to appear for the exam in their customary dress. Candidates must make sure they do not have anything prohibited with themselves while entering the exam centre of NEET 2023 so as to help the exam conducting authority in the security checks. The particular NEET dress code 2023 for male and female candidates has been provided below.

NEET 2023 dress code for male candidates

• As per the COVID 19 safety guidelines, candidates must wear a mask and gloves.

• As per the NEET dress code, male candidates should ensure that they wear half sleeve shirts/T-shirts as full sleeve shirts are not allowed on the day of the examination.

• Clothes worn by male candidates should be light i.e. zip pockets, pockets, big buttons and clothes with elaborate embroidery should not be there.

• Trousers and simple pants are a preferred NEET dress code 2023 for male candidates. Kurta pyjamas are not allowed.

• Shoes are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall. It is advisable that candidates wear sandals and chappals with a thin sole.

NEET dress code for female 2023

• Female candidates must also wear a mask and gloves as per COVID-19 safety guidelines set by the authority.

• Female candidates are advised not to wear clothes that have elaborate embroidery, flowers, brooches, or buttons as this is prohibited in the NEET dress code for females 2023 specified by NTA.

• No clothes with full arm-length sleeves should be worn on the day of examination. Following the dress code of NEET 2023, female candidates should wear half sleeve clothes.

• Jeans with big pockets and fashionable clothing will generally not be allowed for females as per the NTA NEET dress code. So, female aspirants are advised to avoid wearing jeans on NEET 2023 exam day.

• Leggings are not allowed in NEET 2023

• Palazzo is not allowed in NEET 2023 as per the dress code for female

• It is best to avoid high heels and thick sole shoes and instead opt for sandals or slippers. Low heel footwear is also allowed.

• Female candidates must avoid wearing any kind of jewellery like earrings, nose rings, rings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets or anklets. Metal detectors may cause an unnecessary hassle if the metal is found on the person.

NEET dress code 2023- Customary dress

Candidates who follow a certain religion that prescribes a customary dress can appear for NEET 2023 in their customary dress. As per the Delhi High Court order, Sikh candidates are allowed to carry traditional kangha, Kara, Kirpan with them. Female candidates are also allowed to wear burkha. These items will be considered by the authorities as to the customary dress.

At the time of filling NEET application form 2023, candidates will be asked whether they wish to wear the customary dress which contradicts NEET 2023 dress code, an image for reference is provided. Here, they must indicate that they wish to wear a customary dress. However, to help the exam conducting authority conduct the security checks smoothly, the candidate must report at least an hour before the reporting time. It is advisable for candidates to follow the dress code of NEET carefully to avoid 'unfair means' or misconduct charges against them.

NEET dress code 2023: Customary dress declaration in the application form

NEET 2023 list of prohibited items

Along with following the NTA NEET dress code 2023, candidates must also ensure that they do not carry any of the prohibited items to the exam centre listed below.

• Electronic items: Mobile phones, pen drives, earphones, microphones, bluetooth devices, and watches, are not permitted inside the examination hall.

• Eatables: Food items in any form: packed or unpacked and personal water bottles are not permitted inside the test centre. However, candidates with special conditions such as diabetes are allowed to carry their medicines, food, and a transparent water bottle.

• Stationery: Pen/pencil, paper, eraser, scales, geometry box, calculator, and log tables all are prohibited from carrying inside the test centre.

• Personal items: Wallets, goggles, belts, caps, accessories, camera, and ornaments, are not allowed to be carried inside the exam hall.

NEET 2023 exam day guidelines: Things to carry at the exam centre

The list of items allowed and required to be carried inside the examination hall on the day of the NTA NEET 2023 exam includes :

• NEET 2023 admit card: No candidate without their NEET UG admit card will be allowed to enter the examination centre.

• ID proof: Carrying your valid photo ID card is a must, without which entry to exam the hall will not be allowed.

• Passport size picture: Candidates are required to carry a passport size photograph of them.

• Proforma: Candidates are required to paste their colored postcard size picture on the proforma and carry it to the examination hall.