The National Eligibility Cumulative Entrance Test (NEET) is a medical and dentistry admissions exam in India. The NEET exam will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on May 7, 2023, from 2 PM to 5:20 PM. This exam is being administered in 546 locations across India as well as 14 places outside of India. We will present you with essential guidelines that every candidate must follow in order to take the NEET exam in this article.

The NEET exam is a pen-and-paper examination that assesses students’ knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

 

Reporting Time

Every candidate is required to arrive at the examination center at the time specified on their admit card i.e 2 PM to 5:20 PM . The exam center opens 2 hours before the exam time and the applicants must arrive at the center on time. If a candidate does not arrive at the test center before the reporting time, he or she will be denied entry.

 

Gate Closing Time

The examination center’s gates will be closed by 1:30 pm. No candidate will be permitted to enter the examination center after the gate has closed. To avoid any trouble, candidates must be at the examination center before the gate closes.

Understanding The Exam Admit Cards

An admit card is a necessary document that every candidate must bring with them to the exam center. Admit cards contain vital information on the exam location, date, and time, as well as proof of a candidate’s identity. We will go through the most important aspects of the admit card for the NEET exams.

Admit card is a 3 page long document. Candidates must download all three pages and bring them to the exam center. Here’s a breakdown of what’s on each page:

 

Page 1: Centre Information and the Self Declaration (Undertaking) Form

Page 1 of the admit card contains information regarding the exam center, such as the name and address. This page also includes a self-declaration form that the candidate must complete and sign. The candidate’s name, roll number, and affirmation that they have read and understood the exam instructions are all included on the self-declaration form.

 

Page 2: Photograph in Postcard Size

• The Candidate must put his/her most recent coloured postcard size (4″ x 6″) photos in the designated place.
• The Candidate must sign across the left side of the photograph.
• This page of the Admit Card with the pasted photograph must be brought by the candidate. If he/she does not bring this, he/she will not be allowed to sit in the examination and will be disqualified.
• This must be turned over to the Invigilator.
• The invigilator must ensure that the photograph and signature on this page match the photograph and signature on Page 1 of the Admit Card. 
• The Invigilator should sign across the candidate’s photograph on the right side. 

 

Page 3: Important Candidate Instructions

On page 3 of the admit card must be followed by the candidate on the day of the exam. These instructions cover what to bring to the exam center, when to report, and how to mark answers on the answer sheet. Candidates must thoroughly read and comprehend these guidelines.

Examining Rules and Important Instructions

• Candidates must completely adhere to the examination center’s norms and regulations. 
• No candidate will be permitted to enter the Examination Centre without an Admit Card, a valid ID, and proper frisking. Frisking with a Handheld Metal Detector (HHMD) will take place without any physical contact.
• During the examination, they should not engage in any unfair practices or cheating. 
• Candidates must obey the invigilator’s directions and must not leave the examination hall before the exam is completed.
• All applicants must download, attentively read, and carefully follow the instructions provided with their Admit Card. 
• Candidates are not permitted to bring any forbidden objects to the examination center..

• Location

Candidates are suggested to check the location of the examination venue a day in advance to avoid problems on the day of the examination. 

• The candidate should sign and paste their photograph in the appropriate space. They must ensure that their Left-Hand Thumb Impression is clear and not smeared.

Permitted and Non-permitted Items

Rules and regulations are constantly present throughout exams. One of these rules governs what candidates are permitted to bring into the examination hall. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued instructions on what candidates are permitted to carry into the examination hall. It is critical to grasp these standards in order to avoid problems and ensure a smooth testing procedure.

 

Many candidates have been denied entry into examination halls because they were carrying prohibited items, potentially costing them a significant amount of time, resources, and opportunities. This page discusses the objects that applicants may or may not bring into the examination venue.

 

• Items Permitted In Examination Venues

1. Transparent Water Bottle for Individual Use

Candidates may bring a personal clear water bottle into the test room. The water bottle must be clear and free of labels or logos. Candidates should be aware that their water bottle will be examined at the examination hall’s entry.

1. An additional photograph

Candidates must include an additional photograph that is identical to the one on their application form. The photo will be pasted on the attendance sheet. It is critical to bring the photograph because failure to do so may result in disqualification from the exam.

1. Hand Sanitizer for Individuals

Personal hand sanitizer of no more than 50 ml is permitted in the examination hall. Candidates should be aware, however, that their hand sanitizer will be scrutinized at the entrance to the examination hall.

1. Self-Declaration Admit Card

Candidates must bring their admit card, which may be retrieved from the NTA website. On page 2, a self-declaration (undertaking) with a postcard-size photograph must be attached to the admit card. Before entering the examination hall, the declaration should be downloaded from the NTA website and completely filled out. The output should be on A4 paper.

1. Completing the Undertaking

Candidates must complete the undertaking in legible handwriting before arriving at the examination center. The information includes the candidate’s name, roll number, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and examination center name.

1. Scribe Related Documents and PwD Certificate

Candidates with impairments may enter the examination venue with their PwD certificate and scribe-related documentation. This is to ensure that applicants with disabilities receive the accommodations they require throughout the examination

 

• Items that are not permitted

1. Candidates are not permitted to bring any electronic devices to the examination center, including cell phones, calculators, or smartwatches. Candidates may not bring any books, notes, or papers to the examination center.
2. Candidates are NOT permitted to bring any banned/prohibited items stated in the Information Bulletin. Personal belongings will not be kept safe by examination officials, and there will be no facility. 

 

• The Dress Code

Candidates must adhere to the dress code specified in the guidelines. Candidates are advised to wear decent attire. Shoes with thick soles and clothing with huge buttons are not allowed.

If your religion or customs require you to wear specific clothing, please arrive at the Centre early for a thorough examination. 

Other Important Documents

• . The candidate must possess “Any one of the original and valid Photo Identification Proof issued by the government” – PAN card/ Driving Licence/ Voter ID/ 12th Class Board Admit or Registration card/ Passport/ Aadhaar Card (With Photograph)/ E-Aadhaar/Ration Card/ Aadhaar Enrolment No. with photo. Other IDs/photocopies of IDs, even if attested/scanned photo of IDs in mobile phone, will not be accepted as legitimate ID proof.

Other Instructions

• The examination Hall/Room will not have blank paper sheets for rough work. Only rough work should be done in the space provided in the test booklet for this purpose. Failure to do so may result in your answers not being evaluated. 
•  At the end of the test, a correctly completed Admit Card must be handed over to the invigilator. Failure to do so may result in your answers not being evaluated. 
• No candidate should use dishonest means or engage in unfair examination practices because the examination centers are monitored by CCTV and equipped with jammers. 
• After finishing the exam, participants must give over the OMR sheet (both original and office copy) and Admit Card to the invigilator and take only the test booklet with them. It is also the candidate’s obligation to ensure that the OMR sheet he/she submits bears his/her signature as well as the invigilator’s signature in the predetermined spaces.

 

Candidates are urged to periodically check changes on the NTA websites, www.nta.ac.in and https://neet.nta.nic.in. For the most recent updates and information, they should additionally check their mailbox at the registered Email address and their SMS at the registered Mobile No. 

 

For any clarification or assistance, you must contact NTA at [email protected] or call the helpline at 011-40759000.