NEET UG 2024: Revised Scorecard Released, Toppers List Updated
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NEET (UG) 2024 Examination Overview
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the re-revised results, scores, and ranks for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) (UG) 2024. This update follows the directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India.
Background and Legislative Framework
Since 2019, the NTA has been responsible for organizing NEET (UG) with the backing of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Ministry of Education. This move is in line with the directives provided under Section 14 of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019. The Act mandates a standardized NEET (UG) for admission into undergraduate medical programs across all institutions. This requirement extends to admissions for BAMS, BUMS, and BSMS courses under the Indian System of Medicine as per Section 14 of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Act, 2020, and also to BHMS courses under the National Commission for Homeopathy.
Exam Details and Re-Examination
In 2024, over 24 lakh candidates participated in NEET (UG), which was administered at 4,750 centers across 571 cities within India and 14 cities abroad on May 5th. A re-examination took place on June 23rd for 1,563 candidates who encountered issues during the initial exam.
The Category-wise number of Candidates Qualified, based on qualifying criteria of NEET (UG)- 2024:
| NEET (UG) – 2024 | |||
| Category | Qualifying Criteria | Marks Range |
Total Candidates |
| UR/EWS | 50th Percentile | 720 - 162 | 1165334 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 161 - 127 | 100876 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 161 - 127 | 34420 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 161 - 127 | 14414 |
| UR / EWS & PH | 45th Percentile | 161 - 144 | 73 |
| OBC & PH | 40th Percentile | 143 - 127 | 269 |
| SC & PH | 40th Percentile | 143 - 127 | 54 |
| ST & PH | 40th Percentile | 142 - 127 | 13 |
| Total→ | 1315853 | ||
Languages and International Reach
The exam was available in 13 languages, including Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu, and was also offered in 14 international cities such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bangkok, Colombo, Doha, Kathmandu, Kuala Lumpur, Kuwait City, Lagos, Manama, Muscat, Riyadh, Sharjah, and Singapore.
Utilization of Results and Admission Process
The NEET (UG) 2024 results can be utilized by various Central and State Government entities according to their specific eligibility criteria and regulations. Additionally, these results will be used for B.Sc. (H) Nursing admissions and BVSc & AH courses under the Veterinary Council of India’s 15% quota in recognized veterinary colleges.
Highlights of NEET (UG) - 2024
| Number of Candidates Registered | 2406079 |
| Number of Candidates Appeared | 2333297 |
| Number of candidates Absent | 72782 |
| Indian Nationals | 2402774 |
| NRIs | 1304 |
| OCIs | 805 |
| PIO | 0 |
| Foreigners | 1196 |
| Male | 1029198 |
| Female | 1376863 |
| Third Gender | 18 |
| Un-Reserved | 647260 |
| SC | 356727 |
| ST | 157115 |
| OBC | 1054277 |
| EWS | 190700 |
| Number of Cities | 571 (including 14 cities outside India) |
| Number of Languages | 13 |
| Number of Centre / Deputy Centre Superintendent | 4750/6520 |
| Number of invigilators | 2,10,105 |
| Number of Observers | 7500 |
| Number of City Coordinators | 587 |
Issuance of Re-Revised Scorecards
In compliance with the Supreme Court’s order in W.P (Civil) No. 335/2024 dated July 23, 2024, the re-revised scorecards are now being issued due to the revision of the NEET (UG) 2024 answer key.
Contact Information and Counseling Details
For further assistance, candidates can reach out to the NTA helpline at +91-11-40759000 or via email at neet@nta.ac.in. For more details, visit the NTA’s official website at www.nta.ac.in or https://exams.nta.ac.in/NEET/.
Counseling Authority and Merit List Preparation
The All-India Ayush Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) will oversee the counseling for BAMS, BUMS, and BSMS courses under the NCISM, as well as BHMS courses under the NCH. The NTA’s role is limited to conducting the examination and declaring the results based on the eligibility criteria provided by the National Medical Commission. Candidates should note that merit lists for MBBS/BDS seats will be drawn based on the All India Rank, while state and domicile-based merit lists will be prepared by respective State Counselling Authorities based on the category lists provided by candidates.
