NEET SS 2024 Exam - Exam Date, Registration, Pattern, Syllabus, Sample Papers, Cutoff, Previous Year Papers

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About NEET SS 2024

NEET SS Exam 2024 is set to be conducted on March 29 and 30, 2024. The NEET SS Application Form 2024 is likely to start in January 2025. The National Board of Examinations (NBE) will be conducting the NEET SS 2024 Exam at the national level. As per the NEET SS Exam Pattern 2024, the total duration of the NEET SS 2024 Exam will be 2.5 hours of 150 minutes. According to the NBE, a total of 150 questions will be asked in the NEET SS 2024 Exam, and the exam will be held for 600 marks. The NEET SS exam will be held in English and the final NEET SS cutoff 2024 for all qualified candidates will be published in PDF format

NEET SS Exam 2024 is a postgraduate medical degree entrance exam for a super speciality, conducted at the national level. Aspirants wanting to pursue super specialty courses must register online to apply for the examinations. Candidates will have to submit basic details such as name, date of birth, email ID, gender, and mobile number during registration on the official webpage. The NEET application process will be conducted online on the official webpage. Scan through this page in detail, to learn more about the NEET SS 2024 eligibility, important dates, results, cutoff, counselling, and more.

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NEET SS Exam 2024: Highlights

The NEET SS 2024 exam is set to be conducted in online mode. The NBE will announce all the important dates for NEET SS Exam 2024 on its official website. Candidates must refer to the table given below to get more insights on the NEET SS 2024 exam.

Details 

Specifications

Name of the examination

National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (Super Specialty Courses)

Short form of the exam

NEET SS

Mode of the NEET SS 2024 exam

Computer-based (Online mode)

Conducting Body

National Board of Examinations (NBE)

Frequency of Conduct

Once a year

Mode of Application

Online

Courses offered

DM/ MCh

Negative marking

Yes

Total number of questions

100

Total marks

400

Type of questions asked

MCQ

Marking scheme

+4 marks for correct response

-1 for incorrect response

Zero for no response

NEET SS 2024 Exam Level

National Level Exam

Application Fee (General)

INR 4250 [Online]

Colleges accepting exam score

Private Medical Colleges/ Institutions/ Universities/ Deemed Universities/ Armed Forces Medical Services Institutions

Participating Colleges

1

Exam Duration

3 Hours 30 Minutes

Qualifying criteria

50th percentile

Authority responsible for NEET SS 2024 seat allotment

Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)

No. of test cities

55

Contact details

Helpline number: 022- 61087595

Official Email ID: helpdesknbeexam@natboard.edu.in

NEET SS Exam 2024: Important Dates

Staying up-to-date with all relevant information allows candidates to stay informed at all times. The chances of missing out on any NEET SS 2024 event reduce significantly. So, here are the important dates associated with NEET SS 2024 that all aspirants must know:

Events

NEET SS 2024 Important Dates

NEET SS 2024 Application Start Date

January 2025

Last date for NEET SS 2024 Application Form Submission

January 2025

Application Form Correction Starting Date

January 2025

Application Form Correction Last Date

January 2025

Final Application Form Correction Window (Selective)

January 2025

Release of NEET SS Admit 2024 Card

March 2025

NEET SS 2024 Exam Date

March 29 and 30, 2025

Cutoff Release Date

April 2025

NEET SS 2024 Result Declaration

April 2024

1st Round of NEET SS 2024 Counselling Registration Starts

May 2025

1st Round of NEET SS 2024 Counselling Registration Ends

May 2025

NEET SS Choice Filling for Round 1

May 2025

Round 1 Seat allotment result 

May 2025

NEET SS 2024 Counselling Registration for Round 2

TBA

NEET SS Choice Filling for Round 2

TBA

NEET SS Counselling 2024 Special Stray Round

TBA

NEET SS 2024 Special Round Choice Filling

TBA

NEET SS Seat Allotment Process

TBA

NEET SS Counselling 2024 Seat Allotment

TBA 

Reporting to College

TBA

NEET SS 2024 Result

The NBE is responsible for releasing the NEET SS 2024 result officially. The NEET SS 2024 Result is released around 15-30 days after the entrance test has been conducted. Therefore, candidates may expect to view their NEET SS 2024 Result in April 2025, tentatively. Only candidates who secure the specified NEET SS 2024 Cutoff as per the NEET SS result 2024, will be eligible for the admission counselling process. All qualified students have the opportunity to secure admission for 32 specialties via the NEET SS 2024 counselling.

The NEET SS 2024 result for the following specialty groups will be released for all candidates:

  1. ANAESTHESIA GROUP

  2. OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY GROUP

  3. MEDICAL GROUP

  4. ENT GROUP

  5. MICROBIOLOGY GROUP

  6. PAEDIATRIC GROUP

  7. ORTHOPAEDICS GROUP

  8. RADIODIAGNOSIS GROUP

  9. PHARMACOLOGY GROUP

  10. PATHOLOGY GROUP

  11. PSYCHIATRY GROUP

  12. SURGICAL GROUP

  13. RESPIRATORY MEDICINE GROUP

The NEET SS 2024 result comprises candidates’ roll number, overall marks obtained out of 400, and final NEET SS 2024 rank secured in the entrance exam. NEET SS 2024 result PDF needs to be saved for future reference. The validity of NEET SS 2024 result is only for 1 year, i.e., the ongoing academic year. All qualified candidates will be able to move to the counselling stage.

NEET SS 2024 Cutoff

The National Board of Examinations (NBE) releases the NEET SS 2024 cutoff on its official website. The NEET SS 2024 Cutoff changes every year, depending on a number of factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, total number of candidates appearing for the exam, seat availability, and previous year's trends. Candidates who secure the specified cutoff marks or higher, are deemed eligible to participate in the NEET SS 2024 Counselling. The NEET SS 2024 cutoff will be released along with the NEET SS 2024 Result. A detailed insight into the previous years’ cutoff analysis for 2023 and 2022 has been provided below for reference. 

NEET SS 2023 Cutoff

Speciality Group

NEET SS 2023 Cutoff at 50th Percentile

NEET SS 2023 Cutoff at 20th Percentile (Revised)

Anaesthesiology

315

264

ENT

335

270

Medical

249

179

Microbiology

399

348

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

307

248

Orthopaedics

320

264

Paediatric

273

208

Pathology

309

230

Pharmacology

385

317

Psychiatry

352

308

Radiodiagnosis

311

243

Respiratory Medicine

327

263

Surgical Group

287

221

NEET SS 2022 Cutoff

Speciality Group

Cutoff Scores (Out of 600)

Ent Group

329

Surgical Group

285

Anaesthesia Group

293

Orthopaedics Group

311

Microbiology Group

345

Psychiatry Group

359

Respiratory Medicine Group

347

Medical Group

272

Obstetrics And Gynaecology Group

357

Paediatric Group

280

Pathology Group

342

Pharmacology Group

288

Radiodiagnosis Group

337

NEET SS Counselling 2024

The NEET SS 2024 counselling process is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). During the NEET SS 2024 Counselling, candidates who secure the NEET SS Cutoff marks and appear on the merit list are given preference over others. The seat allotment process is conducted during the NEET SS Counselling 2024 based on the choices entered by the candidates during the choice-filling process. The choice-filling process allows candidates to select their desired postgraduate medical course admissions in their choice of colleges, in order of preference. Based on the preferences, the seat allotment result in each round of NEET SS 2024 Counselling will be released as per the seat matrix of the participating colleges. The steps to check the NEET SS 2024 counselling results are shown below:

  1. Step 1: Visit the official website of MCC @mcc.nic.in

  2. Step 2: Enter your Login credentials like roll number and security pin

  3. Step 3: Click on "submit" button and then open the file on ‘final result for DM, McH, and DNB SS’

  4. Step 4: Candidates will be able to see the final NEET SS 2024 seat allotment list on their screen

  5. Step 5: Download the Seat allotment result PDF from the official website and save it for future use.

NEET SS 2024 Counselling Documents Required

Candidates need to submit these NEET SS 2024 documents while reporting for admission:

  • Result/Rank letter of NEET SS 2024 issued by NBE

  • Provisional Allotment Letter issued by MCC

  • Higher Secondary Certificate/ Higher School/ Birth Certificates as proof of date of birth

  • MD/MS. DNB Degree Certificate in the concerned specialty

  • Identification proofs (ID Proof)

Top Colleges in India Accepting NEET SS 2024 Score

Here is the list of top colleges in India where students can apply for their DM and M.Ch degree programme.

College

Location

Average Course Fee

Christian Medical College 

Vellore

INR 57,000 to INR 1,00,000

Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences

New Delhi

INR 50,000 to INR 75,500

Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences

Lucknow

INR 30,000 to INR 75,000

St John's Medical College

Bangalore

INR 5,00,000 to INR 9,00,000

JSS Medical College and Hospital 

Mysore

INR 1,00,000 to INR 1,60,000

King George's Medical University

Lucknow

INR 45,500 to INR 70,000

Christian Medical College

Ludhiana

INR 1,30,000 to INR 3,00,000

Maulana Azad Medical College

New Delhi

INR 3,500 to INR 7,800

University College of Medical Sciences

New Delhi

INR 5000 to INR 10,000

Dayanand Medical College and Hospital 

Ludhiana

INR 6,00,000 to INR 10,00,000

Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research

Chennai

INR 1,00,000 to INR 1,55,000

Saveetha Medical College

Chennai

INR 1,00,000 to INR 2,50,000

Vardhman Mahavir Medical College

New Delhi

INR 35,000 to INR 55,600

Regional Institute of Medical Sciences

Imphal

INR 20,000 to INR 25,000

Armed Forces Medical College

Pune

INR 25,000 to INR 30,000

NEET SS 2024 Eligibility Criteria

As per the NEET SS Eligibility Criteria 2024, candidates need to pass their postgraduate level at the higher secondary level. The eligibility criteria for NEET SS 2024 are made available through the official notification. Candidates must be aware that meeting all the minimum requirements specified for NEET SS 2024 is obligatory. Here's a breakdown of the eligibility criteria for NEET SS 2024.

Particular

Details

Educational Qualification

To be eligible for NEET SS 2024, candidates are required to possess a postgraduate degree such as MS, MD, DNB, or any equivalent qualification in the medical field. This academic background ensures that candidates have a foundational understanding of medical knowledge.

Completion Date of Postgraduate Degree

Candidates who have successfully completed their postgraduate degree on or before November 30, 2024, are deemed eligible to apply for NEET SS 2024. This criterion is established to ensure that candidates possess the necessary educational background by the specified date.

Application Form

Candidates without the appropriate postgraduate degree are not permitted to fill out the official application form for NEET SS 2024. This requirement ensures that only those who meet the educational prerequisites are allowed to participate in the examination process.

Registration Certificate

During the examination process, candidates are required to present a provisional or permanent registration certificate. This certificate should be issued by either the State Medical Council (SMC) or the Medical Council of India (MCI). This certificate verifies the candidate's legitimacy and standing within the medical community.

NEET SS 2024: Eligibility Criteria For Foreign Nationals

Foreign nationals who aspire to pursue a super-specialty course in India must take the NEET SS 2024 exam. Unlike Indian nationals, they are not required to be registered with the State Medical Council (SMC) or the Medical Council of India (MCI). Instead, they need to be registered with the appropriate authority in their own country.

Once foreign nationals secure a seat through NEET SS, the MCI grants them temporary registration for the duration of their postdoctoral course. However, it's important to note that this registration is limited to the specific medical institution or college to which they have been admitted. While it enables them to participate in the super-specialty program, it does not confer a general license to practice medicine in India.

By adhering to these guidelines, foreign nationals can pursue specialty courses in India through NEET SS 2024 while fulfilling the necessary registration requirements.

NEET SS 2024 Application Form

The NEET SS 2024 application form is expected to be released in January 2025. NEET SS 2024 Registration process will be conducted in online mode. NBE will be publishing the NEET SS 2024 application form on its official website. While filling out the application form, candidates need to submit important documents. Some of the important documents required for the NEET SS 2024 registration form are the date of birth certificate, government approved ID cards like Aadhar Card, PAN Card, etc., Class X and XII mark sheets, etc.

How To Fill NEET SS 2024 Application Form?

Here are the steps that students need to follow in order to fill up the NEET SS 2024 Application form.

Step 1 - NEET SS 2024 registration 

  1. Head over to the official website of NBEMS

  2. Select the NEET SS exam option

  3. Click on new registration under the 2024 year section

  4. Enter personal information, contact details, and captcha code on the screen

  5. Verify all the information

  6. Click on submit

  7. Check your registered mobile number and email ID for the official NEET SS 2024 user ID and password

Step 2 - Filling NEET SS 2024 application form

  1. Use the received login credentials and sign in to your NEET SS 2024 application portal

  2. Enter all the information related to your personal, academic, contact, and other relevant fields

  3. Verify each and every detail carefully

  4. Click on Submit

Step 3 - Uploading the documents and choosing exam centres in NEET SS 2024 application form

  1. While Filling NEET SS 2024 application form, aspirants will be asked to upload passport size photograph, left thumb impression, and signature

  2. Candidates need to attach the mentioned documents with standard size and specifications

  3. After all the documents are uploaded, aspirants need to fill in their preferred exam centres where they wish to attend the test

  1. Based on the choices of exam cities made by aspirants, the authority will allocate the test centre on a first-come-first-serve basis. 

Step 4 - Payment of NEET SS 2024 application fees

  1. As soon as all the NEET SS 2024 application form is filled, candidates need to complete the payment of fees

  2. The application fee for NEET SS 2024 is Rs. 4250 irrespective of reservation categories

  3. Payment can be done online mode through debit/ credit cards and net banking

  4. For the successful submission of the NEET SS 2024 application form, it is crucial to pay the registration fees on time

Step 5 - Printout of the confirmation page

  1. The last step in the NEET SS 2024 application form is to take printouts of the confirmation page 

  2. The confirmation page of the NEET SS 2024 application form will comprise the name of candidates, contact, personal, academic, and other details 

  3. All the details need to be verified before downloading the same

NEET SS 2024 Application Form Document Specification

Here are the specifications of all the important documents required for the NEET SS 2024 application form process:

Documents

File format

File size

File resolution

Clearly written signature on white paper

.JPEG/.JPG

Not less than 80kb

200 DPI

White background passport size photograph

.JPEG/.JPG

Not less than 80kb

200 DPI

Left-hand thumb impression on white paper

.JPEG/.JPG

Not less than 80kb

200 DPI

NEET SS 2024 Exam Pattern

NEET SS Exam Pattern 2024 is set by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). According to the exam pattern of NEET SS 2024, a total of 100 multiple choice questions will be asked of the aspirants. The NEET SS 2024 exam pattern reflects other exam structures, question papers, course curricula, and other important details pertaining to the NEET SS 2024 exam. According to the NEET SS Exam Pattern 2024, the entrance test will be conducted in online mode, in two days and two shifts. Detailed information regarding the upcoming NEET SS 2024 Exam has been mentioned below as per the NEET SS 2024 Exam Pattern:

Particulars 

Details

Exam Name

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Super Specialty (NEET SS)

Conducting Body 

National Board of Examinations (NBE)

Mode of Exam

Online (CBT Format)

Exam Duration 

150 minutes

Total Number of Questions 

150

Types of Questions 

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Marks

600

Marks for Every Correct Response 

+4

Marks for Every Incorrect Response 

-1

Negative Marking?

Yes

NEET SS 2024 Syllabus

Since the NEET SS exam 2024 contains clubbing of several specializations, it is advised to refer to the official website for NEET SS 2024 syllabus. Candidates will receive the right information and will be able to prepare for the NEET SS 2024 exam correctly. The NEET SS syllabus 2024 is curated to test the Technical and Non-Technical skills of the applicants. Aspirants can also check the complete NEET SS 2024 syllabus at CollegeDekho too.

NEET SS 2024 Preparation Tips

Creating the right NEET SS 2024 preparation plan is vital to crack exams. It helps aspirants manage their time wisely. Here are some effective NEET SS 2024 preparation tips and tricks that will help you in scoring high marks:

  • Know your NEET SS 2024 syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly

  • Create proper notes and study from them regularly

  • Make sure to revise all the topics at set intervals

  • Solve sample papers, previous years question papers, and attempt mock tests of NEET SS 2024 Examination

  • Study in a noise-free environment to direct your focus completely on studies

  • Refer to the best books to study the NEET SS 2024 exam and secure a position amongst rankers

NEET SS 2024 Admission Process

Different aspirants from all over India and abroad appear for NEET SS 2024 exam every year. It is of paramount importance that they know the entire admissions process thoroughly. Here are all the major highlights of the NEET SS admission process 2024:

  1. Filling NEET SS 2024 application form on nbe.edu.in

  2. Downloading the official admit card

  3. Appearing/ attempting the NEET SS exam

  4. Declaration of Result, Scorecard, and Cutoff

  5. Curation of Merit List

  6. Registration for NEET SS Counselling 2024

  7. Choice filling and locking

  8. NEET SS Counselling 2024 Results

  9. Reporting to the institute where seat has been allocated

  10. Payment of fees and completing the admission process of NEET SS 2024

NEET SS 2024 Application Form Correction

Candidates have a brief window of time to revise, modify, or correct their NEET SS 2024 application. It is essential to remember that Official authorities do not always permit form correction. Therefore, applicants should carefully complete and double-check their application form at the time of submission of application form. The following are the procedures for NEET SS Form Correction 2024 in case applicants make a mistake:

  • Step 1: Visit the official website of the NEET SS exam 2024 - @natboard.edu.in

  • Step 2: Click on the link related to NEET SS 2024 form correction window

  • Step 3: Enter your login credentials and sign in

  • Step 5: Make the required corrections in the NEET SS 2024 form correction (if allowed)

  • Step 6: Verify all the changes made in the application form before submission.

  • Step 7: Submit your NEET SS application form.

Candidates won’t be allowed to make edits to the following details:

  • Name of the candidate

  • Nationality

  • Email ID

  • Test city

All other remaining information can be edited.

NEET SS Admit Card 2024

The  NEET SS admit card  2024 will be released online on the NBE’s official website on September 4, 2024. No NEET SS 2024 admit card copies are sent through post or any other means. Aspirants have to carry the admit card to the examination hall or they won't be allowed to enter the test center. The NEET SS 2024 admit card is one of the most crucial documents as it contains details of the schedule and venue of the examination along with all other relevant personal details of the candidates.

How to Download NEET SS 2024 admit card?

Aspirants can download the admit card for NEET SS 2024 by - 

  1. Heading over to the official website

  2. Entering the registered user id and password 

  3. Accessing the official dashboard

  4. Downloading the NEET SS admit card document

  5. Verifying all the details

  6. Taking multiple printouts for future reference

Documents Required Along With NEET SS 2024 admit card

Aspirants need to carry any one of the following authorized photo ID proof to the examination centre:

  • Driving license

  • Pan card

  • Aadhar card

  • Voter ID

  • Passport


NEET SS 2024 Exam Day Guidelines

On the NEET SS exam day, candidates have to follow instructions such as:

  • Aspirants have to report to the exam center at least two hours before the commencement of exams

  • Candidates will have to comply and undergo all security checks, image capture, identity verification, and biometric verification

  • Entry inside the examination hall will be allowed 30 minutes prior to the commencement of the NEET SS 2024 test

  • Several items are prohibited to be carried inside the examination hall like:

    • Textual material, pencil box, notes, eraser, calculator, pen, etc.

    • Bags, goggles, wallet, belt, etc.

    • Ornaments like rings, bracelets, brooch, badge, etc.

    • Mobile phone, Bluetooth, earphones, pager, microphone, etc.

    • Eatables and beverages

NEET SS Exam Centers 2024

National Board of Examination (NBE) finalizes on various exam centres for the NEET SS 2024 exam. Candidates may opt for any of the NEET SS 2024 exam centres listed below according to their convenience. 

Kozhikode

Visakhapatnam

Kolkata

Tirunelveli

Kohima

Tiruchirappalli

Kanpur

Thrissur

Kannur

Thiruvananthapuram

Jammu

Srinagar

Jaipur

Salem

Indore

Shillong

Imphal

Ranchi

Hyderabad

Rajkot

Hubballi(Hubli)

Rajahmundry

Guwahati

Raipur

Gurugram

Puducherry

Guntur

Pune

Delhi

Patna

Dehradun

Noida

Coimbatore

Nasik

Chennai

Nagpur

Chandigarh

Mysuru(Mysore)

Bhubaneswar

Mumbai

Bhopal

Meerut

Bhatinda

Madurai

Bengaluru

Lucknow

Ahmedabad

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FAQs about NEET SS

What is the structure of the NEET SS 2024 question paper?

The NEET SS Exam Pattern 2024 includes two sections: Section A for broad specialty and Section B for super specialty. Each super specialty course has a different cutoff.

What courses does NEET SS 2024 offer admission to?

NEET SS 2024 is conducted for admission into DM/ M.Ch courses.

How are candidates selected for NEET SS Counselling 2024?

Candidates scoring the NEET SS 2024 Cutoff will be called for NEET SS Counselling 2024.

Where can I find the official NEET SS 2024 exam brochure?

The official NEET SS 2024 exam brochure is available on the official website of NBE.

What is the eligibility criteria for NEET SS 2024?

As per the NEET SS Eligibility Criteria 2024, candidates must have passed postgraduation in medical studies with at least 50% to 55% marks in aggregate.

Who conducts the NEET SS Exam?

The National Board of Examinations (NBE) conducts the NEET SS Exam in online mode (Computer-Based Test).

Will there be negative marking in NEET SS 2024?

Yes, for every wrong question, 1 mark will be deducted. Marks given for the right answer in NEET SS exam 2024 is 4. 
 

Who conducts the NEET SS exam?

The NEET SS 2023 exam is conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). Candidates can check out natboard.edu.in for details on NEET SS exam. 
 

What is the full form of NEET SS?

The full form of NEET SS is National Eligibility cum Entrance Test- Super Speciality Courses. 

What is the official website for NEET SS 2024?

The official website for NEET SS 2024 is natboard.edu.in.
 

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