Biological classification NEET PYQ is considered crucial aspect of NEET 2026 preparation as 2 to 5 questions are asked from this topics comprising plantae and animalia kingdom mainly. Students must prepare biological classification questions to score well in NEET 2026 exam. NTA to conduct NEET 2026 exam likely in May 3, 2026.
Biological classification NEET Previous year questions are important component of NEET 2026 exam preparation. Students who appear for NEET 2026 aim to know how many questions are asked from biological classification topic. Once they have an idea about questions they make plan and strategies accordingly to score full marks from this segment of Biology. Usually 3 to 5 questions are asked every year in NEET exam from biological classification. One must practice NEET PYQ of Biological classification to perform well in NEET 2026 exam. The exam will be held tentatively on May 3, 2026.
- Biological Classification NEET PYQ
- NEET Biological Classification PYQ: Topicwise Weightage
- Biological Classification NEET PYQs
Biological Classification NEET PYQ
Biological classification is categorization of living organism based on different parameters such as evolutionary traits, structural similarities, differences in characteristics etc. It comprises five-kingdom system based on different characteristics mainly Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia. NEET PYQ of biological classification helps students prepare each detail carefully so that there is no scope of losing marks from this section in exam. Ideally, students should study five kingdom system in details and practice previous year questions on these topics. Questions are also asked from topics such as bacteria, virus, fungi and students are advised to study structural differences at cellular and functional level of these microorganisms.
Also Read: Plant Kingdom NEET PYQ with Answers: PDF Download
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Candidates need to fulfill the eligibility shared below to participate in the Karnataka NEET UG Counselling-
- Qualify NEET UG exam by obtaining the cutoff marks.
- Register on the KEA website.
- Submit the choices of colleges.
The NEET cut off score generally changes every year, based on the exam difficulty level. The NEET 2025 cut off score was reduced from that of 2024. Have a look at the cut off scores of NEET 2025 exam below-
Category | NEET 2025 Cutoff percentile | NEET 2025 Cutoff score |
|---|---|---|
UR/EWS | 50th | 686-144 |
OBC, SC, ST | 40th | 143-113 |
UR/EWS-PwD | 45th | 143-127 |
OBC/SC/St-PwD | 40th | 126-113 |
NEET counselling seat matrix refers to the number of seats offered across the participating institutes for each course. The seat matrix is released by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) before the commencement of the counselling process. The seat matrix is released in institute-wise categories for the types of institutes, such as Deemed universities, AIIMS & JIPMER, etc. For NEET 2025 counselling, the primary seat matrix released by MCC for Round 1 was of for Deemed University, Central University, BSc Nursing and AIQ seats. After that, for the second and third rounds, MCC releases the list of newly added seats along with the clear vacancy and virtual vacancy.
NEET Biological Classification PYQ: Topicwise Weightage
On an average 3 to 5 questions are asked from biological classification mainly from plant and animal kingdom. Students do need to practice PYQs form biological classification for NEET 2026 preparation. Check the table given below for weightage from biological classification:
| Topics |
Number of question |
Weightage (in percentage) |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom Plantae-Gymnospems |
1 |
2 |
| Kingdom Plantae-Bryophytes |
3 |
6 |
| Kingdom Plantae-Pteridophytes |
1 |
2 |
| Kingdom –Monerae |
1 |
2 |
| Kingdom Animalia-Chordarta |
1 |
2 |
| Kingdom Animalia-Amphibia |
4 |
8 |
| Kingdom Animalia-Pisces |
1 |
2 |
Biological Classification NEET PYQs
Students can check some of biological classification based questions asked in previous year NEET exam given below.
Which of the following is a correct statement?
- Mycoplasma have DNA, Ribosomes, and cell walls.
- Bacteria are exclusively heterotrophic organisms.
- Cyanobacteria are a group of autotrophic organisms classified under Kingdom Monera.
- Slime molds are saprophytic organisms classified under Kingdom Monera.
Correct answer: 3
Mad cow disease in cattle and Cr Jacob disease in humans are due to infection by_________________
1 Bacterium
- Prion
- Virus
- Viroid
Correct answer: 2
Which of the following is correct about viroids?
1.They have free RNA without a protein coat.
2. They have DNA with a protein coat.
- They have free DNA without protein coat.
- They have RNA with a protein coat.
Correct answer: 1
A capsule is advantageous to a bacterium because
1. it allows the bacterium to attach to the surface
2. it allows the bacterium to “hide” from the host’s immune system
3. it protects means of locomotion
- it protects the bacterium from desiccation
Correct answer: 1
The imperfect fungi that are decomposers of litter and help in mineral cycling belong to
1. Basidiomycetes
2. Deuteromycetes
3. Ascomycetes
4. Phycomycetes
Correct answer: 2
Pick the incorrect statement
1. Neurospora is used in the study of biochemical genetics
2. Penicillium is multicellular and produces antibiotics
3. Yeast is unicellular and used in fermentation
4. Morels and truffles are poisonous mushrooms
Correct answer: 4
Pick the incorrect statement
1. Diatoms are microscopic and float in water passively
2. Diatoms are chief producers in oceans
3. Diatomaceous earth is formed by the cell walls of diatoms
4. Walls of diatoms are easily destructible
Correct answer: 4
Which component provides a sticky character to bacterial cells
1. Glycocalyx
2. Nuclear membrane
3. Cell wall
4. Plasma membrane
Correct answer: 1
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