A Record 23.3 Lakh Candidates Appear for NEET UG 2024

 

 

The National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) is the standardised examination that is a gateway for students wanting to pursue a medical career. The exam is conducted across India and is designed to evaluate a student's aptitude and knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. 

 

 

NEET is a qualifying exam for undergraduate admissions to several medical, dental, AYUSH, and nursing courses nationwide. The NEET UG 2024 exam date had been scheduled for May 5, 2024.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The NEET UG 2024 exam witnessed an extraordinary turnout of 23.3 Lakh candidates, setting a new record and indicating a significant 14.1% surge in the total number of registrations. This marks the continuation of growing trends in competition for medical seats nationwide. Moreover, the candidate turnout also emphasizes the importance of the NEET UG exam as a critical objective for aspiring doctors, dentists, and other medical practitioners and its role in shaping the future of the healthcare industry.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In 2023, NEET UG saw 20,87,462 candidate registrations globally for admission to 1,08,988 MBBS seats in 703 Medical colleges and 29,088 BDS seats in Dental colleges. 11,45,976 candidates cracked the NEET UG 2023, and 23.3 Lakh aspirants appeared in 2024.

 

 

Hello Mentor’s exclusive analysis of NEET UG 2024, the number of candidates who appeared covers the latest update in detail. This article informs the reader about:

 

 

1. NEET UG: Number of candidates who appeared Over the Years

2. NEET UG: Registered, Appeared and Qualified Trends

 

 

 

 

Since 2019, NEET UG has seen a significant increase in the number of candidates who appeared, from 14,10,755 to 23.3 Lakh in 2024. This trend is not just a numerical increase but also signifies a more competitive landscape for medical aspirants, with more students vying for a limited number of seats. 

 

The NEET UG analysis revealed that the number of candidates appearing for NEET UG 2024 has increased in the academic year 2023-24. Comparing year-wise registrations with trends of appeared and qualified candidates over the past few years can provide valuable insights into past competition landscapes.

 

 

 

The following analysis illustrates the number of registered, appeared, and qualified candidates for NEET UG (2019-2024).

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Based on NEET UG 2024 registration data, the OBC NCL category, which refers to Other Backward Classes-Non Creamy Layer, accounted for 43.8% of registrations and 10,43,084 applicants, making them the largest group of medical aspirants.

 

 

Following this, the General category secured 27% of registrations, with 6,43,596 candidates expressing interest in medical education. The SC (Scheduled Caste) category comprised 14.8% of registrations, with 3,52,107 candidates. 

 

 

 

The Gen-EWS (General-Economically Weaker Section) category is a relatively newer addition to the reservation criteria. Still, it has notable participation, with 1,88,557 candidates vying for medical seats, which is 7.9% of the total registrations. Additionally, the ST (Scheduled Tribe) category accounts for 6.5% of registrations, with 1,54,489 students stepping forward.

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Aspiring medical and dental students aiming for admission through the NEET exam should pay close attention to various factors influencing their chances of success. These factors include but are not limited to, the exam's difficulty level, the number of seats available in different colleges, the cutoff score, and the reservation policy. Understanding and considering these factors can help students make informed decisions about NEET UG exam preparation strategy, college selection, and overall career path, feeling more informed and prepared for the challenges ahead.

 

 

 

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The following tools can significantly help you continuously monitor and analyse essential information that can assist you in making informed decisions about the admission process. You can maintain fairness and equity throughout admissions by utilising Hello Mentor's services.

 

 

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