Registration, Qualification Trends in NEET UG Exam & Impactful Factors

About NEET UG Exam 2024

 

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2024 results have set new benchmarks in medical entrance examinations in India. This year has witnessed increased competition, with 23,33,297 candidates appearing for the exam. An impressive 56.4% of the aspirants, translating to 13,16,268 students, qualified, reflecting the nationwide surging aspirations for medical careers.

 

67 students secured a perfect score of 720 out of 720, highlighting the exceptional calibre of this year's examinees. The stark shift in rankings further illustrates the intensity of the competition; a score of 500, which fetched an All India Rank (AIR) of 1,09,125 in NEET UG 2023, now only secures an AIR of 2,10,250 in NEET UG 2024. 

 

The 703 medical colleges in India consist of 1,08,988 MBBS seats, while as of 2024, there are 29,088 BDS seats available nationwide.

 

This article will evaluate NEET's competitive analysis from 2022-2023.

 

After reading this Hello Mentor Guide, the reader will:

 

• Gain an understanding of NEET UG 2024 along with:
• NTA: Roles & Responsibilities
• Statistics on the number of students increasing every year.
• Competitive analysis 
• Factors affecting 
  
  

The NEET exam is a highly competitive entrance exam for students seeking admission into medical and dental colleges in India. Many students take this exam every year to secure a seat in one of the top institutions across the country. In the academic year 2024 & 2023, the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) witnessed a significant increase in the number of medical students taking the exam, driven by several competitive factors.

 

An Overview of The National Testing Agency

 

 

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is an autonomous, and self-sufficient organization that conducts entrance examinations for admission to higher educational institutions. Approved by the Ministry of Education (MoE), it maintains international standards to assess candidate competency for admissions to premier education institutions. NTA researches institutional, professional, and testing systems to identify gaps in different knowledge avenues and bridge the gaps. 

 

The main functionalities of NTA are:

 

1. Identifying institutions with satisfactory infrastructure that would facilitate the conduction of online examinations.

2. Create subject-wise question banks incorporating modern techniques.

3. Establishment of a strong R&D culture and a pool of experts in different testing aspects.

4. Help individual institutions in testing fields and provide training services.

5. Form a state-of-the-art testing culture through domestic and international expertise.

6. Undertake examinations entrusted to the agency by Government Ministries/Departments.

 

Based on the NEET result statistics, around 20.38 lakh students took the NEET 2023 examination, with 11.8 lakh female candidates registering, outnumbering male candidates by 2.8 lakh. Maharashtra had the highest number of NEET registrations for 2023, followed by Uttar Pradesh.

 

 

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Statistics Analytics of NEET- 2023 & 2024

 

 

 

The table below provides statistics on the number of students registered, appeared, and qualified in 2023 & 2024. These statistics are based on nationality-wise, category-wise, gender-wise &  language-wise.

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Comparing Candidate Qualification for NEET UG By Gender

 

The table below provides the Gender-wise number of Candidates who Registered, Appeared, and Qualified in 2023 and 2024.

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Comparing Candidate Qualification for NEET UG by Category 

 

The table below provides the number of Candidates Registered, Appeared, and Qualified in 2023 and 2024 based on different categories.

 

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Previous year trends of Candidates Appeared in NEET UG

 

We can observe a few trends in the previous years 2023:

 

1. Increasing Number of Students: Over the years, the number of students appearing for NEET has increased steadily as more students opt for a career in medicine and dentistry. 

2. Regional Diversity: The NEET exam has a diverse regional representation, with students from various parts of India appearing for the test. 

3. Competitiveness: The NEET exam is highly competitive, which drives students to perform best and secure seats in their preferred college or specialization.

 

4. Government Policies: Changes in government policies regarding NEET, admission procedures, reservation quotas, or syllabus modifications impact the trends of NEET appeared students. 

 

 

Affecting Factors

 

• Increased Demand for Healthcare Professionals: The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the demand for healthcare professionals, potentially leading to an increase in the number of individuals pursuing medical careers.

• Expansion of Medical Schools: In response to government initiatives and private investments, we have increased the number of available seats to accommodate more students.

• Changes in Admission Criteria: Medical colleges have modified their admission criteria to appeal to a broader range of prospective applicants.

Hello Mentor offers comprehensive guidance to crack the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) to help you excel in the exam that determines your eligibility for undergraduate medical and dental courses in India. Our personalized support caters to your unique learning style and needs, whether you need help with exam preparation, study techniques, or guidance on the NEET counselling process. Visit Hello Mentor today to learn more about our services and achieve your goals. 

 

 

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