Important Update: A Record 23,81,833 Registrations for NEET UG 2024

 

 

The National Eligibility and Entrance Test - NEET UG, is the nationwide standard examination for medical aspirants. Qualified students gain eligibility for undergraduate admissions to medical, dental, AYUSH, and nursing courses in India. The exam date for NEET UG 2024 is set for May 5, 2024.

 

Registration for NEET UG 2024 was from February 9 to March 16 (9:00 PM). Students could adjust their applications from March 18 to 20 during the correction window. 

 

A record 23,81,833 candidates have registered to appear for NEET UG 2024, a 14.1% increase in total registrations. Knowing total registrations helps aspirants understand their current competition landscape.

 

In 2023, NEET UG saw 20,87,445 candidate registrations globally for admission to 1,08,958 MBBS seats in 703 Medical colleges and 29,088 BDS seats in Dental colleges. 11,45,976 candidates cracked the NEET UG 2023, and 20,38,596 aspirants appeared.

 

 

Hello Mentor’s exclusive analysis of NEET UG 2024 registrations covers the latest update in detail. This article informs the reader about:

 

1. NEET UG Registrations Over the Years

2. State-wise NEET UG Registration Trends

 

3. Category-wise NEET UG 2024 Registrations

 

 

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NEET UG Registrations Over the Years

 

 

 

Since 2017, NEET UG registrations have doubled from 11,38,890 to 23,81,833 in 2024. This growing trend comes with increased competition for medical aspirants. A detailed comparison between past registered candidates helps us better understand the trends in the number of students who appeared and qualified over the last few years.

 

 

 

As presented in the analysis, registrations for NEET UG 2024 increased by 14.1%, following the 11.4% increment in the academic year 2023-24. Year-wise registrations can be compared to trends of appeared and qualified candidates over the last few years. This study enhances understanding of past competition landscapes, ultimately helping create the best preparation strategy.

 

The following analysis illustrates the number of registered, appeared, and qualified candidates for NEET UG (2019-2023).

 

 

 

 

An overall insight into NEET UG registrations over the past few years and information about candidate qualification make it easier to delve further into state—and category-wise application trends.

 

 

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State-wise NEET UG Registration Trends

 

 

 

 

In the latest NEET UG registration statistics for 2024, Uttar Pradesh (UP) continues to lead the pack with a staggering 3.39 lakh registrations, maintaining its stronghold as the state with the most applicants. While still significant in its contribution, Karnataka ranks fifth with 1.54 lakh registrations.

 

However, the state has seen a notable increase from the previous year, with an additional 19,829 applications, indicative of a growing interest in medical education among Karnataka's aspiring students.

 

Explore the comparison in NEET UG registrations in the states with the highest applications provided in the graphical analysis of state-wise registered candidates for 2023 & 2024.

 

 

 

The nation has witnessed a substantial surge in registrations, with an impressive increment of 2,94,371 applications compared to the previous year.  This surge underscores the persistent enthusiasm and ambition among students across the country to pursue careers in the medical field.

 

 

 

 

The illustration above helps us better understand the nationwide NEET UG 2023 candidate registrations from individual states, giving a clearer picture of the application trends.

 

 

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Category-wise Registration Trends in NEET UG

 

 

 

 

According to the NEET UG 2024 registration data, medical aspirants have a dominant applicant pool. The OBC NCL (Other Backward Classes-Non Creamy Layer) category constitutes the largest group, accounting for 43.8% of registrations and 10,43,084 applicants.

 

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, but 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.

 

 

 

 

After analyzing the category-wise registrations for NEET UG in 2024 compared to 2023, there are notable shifts and trends in aspirants' preferences and participation. In 2024, the OBC NCL (Other Backward Classes-Non Creamy Layer) category shows a substantial increase, with registrations surging from 8,90,150 in 2023 to 10,43,084 in 2024, marking a significant rise of 17%.

 

 

 

Similarly, the SC (Scheduled Caste) category witnesses a significant uptick, with registrations escalating from 3,03,318 to 3,52,107, indicating a notable increase of 16%. The General category, though experiencing more modest growth, still observes an appreciable rise from 6,07,131 to 6,43,596 registrations, reflecting a 6% increase.

 

 

Moreover, the Gen-EWS (General-Economically Weaker Section) category emerges as a notable highlight, with registrations soaring from 1,54,373 to 1,88,557, showcasing a substantial surge of 22%. In parallel, the ST (Scheduled Tribe) category also displays a commendable growth trajectory, with registrations climbing from 1,32,490 to 1,54,489, representing a 17% increase.

 

 

This is a brief gender-wise breakdown analysis of registered candidates to cover another aspect and type of NEET UG applicants and gain a different perspective on registration trends.

 

 

 

 

Over the span of three years, from 2022 to 2024, the gender-wise registrations for the NEET UG exam have showcased a notable upward trend. In 2022, the statistics revealed substantial participation, with 8,07,538 males, 10,64,794 females, and 11 individuals identifying as third gender.

 

This growth pattern continued into 2023, witnessing an increase in registrations across all categories, with 9,02,936 males, 11,84,513 females, and 13 third-gender registrations.

 

 

 

 

Notably, the numbers surged to 10,18,593 males, 13,63,216 females, and 24 third-gender individuals, underscoring a significant increment in NEET UG 2024 gender-wise registrations.

 

Understanding and considering these factors is essential for aspiring medical and dental students to understand the dynamic landscape of NEET admissions. Hello Mentor offers student-centric services that help you stay informed about various medical colleges' seat matrices, closing ranks, and fee structures.

 

These tools can help you continuously monitor and analyze critical information that can assist you in making informed decisions about the admission process. By using Hello Mentor’s services, you can ensure that fairness and equity are maintained throughout the admissions process.

 

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