NEET

Yes, NEET is obligatory for Indian students who want to practice in India after returning from foreign MBBS. If students don't qualify from NEET, they cannot register with the Medical Council of India (NMC).

NEET is not required for admission into foreign medical schools themselves. This would include medical schools in the USA or UK, where the requirements are high school grades, taking exams such as the MCAT (for USA), or UK college specific admission criteria.

This is an important distinction to make and provides assurance to students that they will be eligible to practice in India after extending their degree duration abroad.

Jobs in engineering fields like Computer Science or AI from a top institute and becoming a Commercial Pilot are among the best high-paying jobs that do not require NEET.
Additionally, careers in Data Science, the Merchant Navy, and Pharmacy also offer lucrative opportunities without requiring the NEET exam.

Admission to majority of courses at HNBUMU Dehradun Uttarakhand is offered on the basis of merit and entrance. Candidates must secure a minimum aggregate in Class 12 and graduation for admission to UG and PG level courses. However, for admission to majority of courses, the University considers NEET/ NEET MDS/ Uttarakhand NEET and other equivalent examination.

No, NEET is not mandatory for BSc Physiotherapy. Admission is usually through CUET, state-level exams, or Class 12 merit-based processes, depending on the college. NEET is primarily for MBBS, allied health programs and BDS.

However, some colleges may prefer their own entrance tests, so it's always wise to confirm the admission criteria with the specific institute before applying.

No, NEET is not compulsory for admission to the Bachelor of Optometry course. Admission is usually based on Class 12 marks in Science subjects or entrance exams like CUET.

However, some universities conduct their own tests to assess eligibility. Unlike MBBS or Bachelor0 optometry falls under Paramedical and allied health sciences, so NEET is not a requirement.

According to NTA, 22,76,069 candidates registered for NEET 2025, out of which 22,09,318 candidates appeared for the exam. Out of this, 9,65,996 candidates were male and 13,10,062 candidates were female. The number has reduced as compared to last year.

Compared to last year, the number of NEET 2025 applicants has reduced. According to NTA, 22,09,318 candidates appeared for the exam. In the year 2025, 23,33,297 candidates had appeared. The NEET 2025 exam was conducted on May 4, 2025, across 556 cities in India and abroad. 

AIIMS Patna accepts NEET UG scores for admission to the MBBS courses. As per the NEET UG Round 1 cutoff 2025, the closing rank for the MBBS course was 1537 for the General AI category students. So, considering the latest year cutoff, candidates seeking admission to AIIMS Patna must aim to secure over and above the cutoff ranks available here. However, the cutoff ranks vary as per the courses, categories, and quotas. 

Candidates can refer to the table below to check out the MBBS NEET UG Round 1 closing ranks for different categories: 

AIIMS Patna MBBS cutoff 2025 for Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) is 2132 for OBC category. While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in NEET UG, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State. Candidates who don't meet the current cutoff may wait for future rounds.