Hong Life CalculatorsNEET (UG) 2026 pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany & Zoology) | 90 | 360 |
| Total | 180 (all compulsory) | 720 |
| Response | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct or most appropriate answer | +4 |
| Incorrect option marked | −1 |
| Unanswered | 0 |
The paper is 180 minutes long (2:00 pm to 5:00 pm IST in 2026), with one hour of compensatory time for eligible PwD/PwBD candidates.
How it is calculated
Score = 4 × correct − 1 × wrong, per subject, then added. Example: Physics 30 right, 10 wrong = 110; Chemistry 35 right, 6 wrong = 134; Biology 80 right, 7 wrong = 313; total 557 / 720.
FAQ
Is NEET score the same as NEET percentile?
No. The score is your marks out of 720. NTA also gives a percentile (share of candidates at or below your score), which decides whether you qualify.
How many candidates took NEET (UG) 2026?
According to the Ministry of Education’s result release, close to 20 lakh candidates appeared and 11.21 lakh qualified; the top score was 715.
Is there negative marking for blank answers?
No. Only a wrong option costs one mark; questions left blank score zero.
Sources (checked 10 November 2026): NTA Information Bulletin NEET (UG) 2026 (pattern, marking scheme); Ministry of Education press release on NEET (UG) 2026 result (16 July 2026). Estimate, not an official result.