Demystifying NEET 2024: Qualifying Marks vs. Cut-off Marks

Posted by IIB on September 13th, 2023

Are you gearing up for NEET 2024? The burning question on your mind is probably how many marks you need to secure to make the cut. To be eligible for counseling, you must achieve a specific score. Read on to unravel all the details.

NEET 2024 Overview

The National Test Agency (NTA) is all set to conduct the N

EET 2024 examination. Once the dust settles after the exam day, aspirants are eager to gauge their performance based on various metrics, including qualifying marks, cut-off scores, and pass marks. These numbers play a pivotal role in determining their eligibility for the counseling session.

NEET 2024 Examination Essentials

• Exam Conducting Agency: NTA (National Test Agency)
• Mode: Offline
• Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
• Number of Questions: 200
• Number of Questions to be Attempted: 180
• Exam Duration: 3 hours and 20 minutes
• Total Marks: 720
• Marking Scheme: +4 for every correct answer, -1 for every wrong answer

Unraveling NEET Qualifying Marks

Let's clarify a common misconception: qualifying marks are not synonymous with cut-off scores. Qualifying marks are the threshold scores required to participate in the NEET counseling process. There's a widespread belief that qualifying marks equate to 50% of the NEET score (i.e., half of 720, which would be 360). This belief is entirely unfounded.

Qualifying marks represent the 50th percentile of the total marks. This means that if you meet this threshold, you belong to the top 50% of candidates who appeared for the NEET exam and are eligible for counseling. Keep in mind that this percentile threshold varies from year to year.

Based on past data, we anticipate that for NEET 2024, the qualifying marks will fall within the range of 138 to 720 for general category candidates and from 138 to 108 for reserved category candidates.

• Expected Qualifying Marks for General Category: Ranging from 720 to 138
• Expected Qualifying Marks for Reserved Category: Ranging from 138 to 108

Calculating Your NEET Score

Calculating your NEET score is straightforward. You assign 4 marks for each correct answer and deduct 1 mark for each incorrect response. The formula is as follows:

NEET score = 4 x (number of questions answered correctly) - 1 x (number of questions answered wrong)

Once you have your NEET 2024 score, you can gauge your position by understanding the cut-off marks.

The Significance of NEET 2024 Cut-off Marks

The NEET cut-off marks are pivotal because they determine your eligibility for admission to medical colleges. They represent the minimum qualifying percentage that applicants must achieve. To be eligible for counseling, you must surpass the NEET cut-off. Scoring above the NEET cut-off increases your chances of securing a seat.

Each year, cut-off marks are subject to change based on various factors, including the number of applicants, the exam's difficulty level, and more.

The NTA will release the official cut-off marks for NEET 2024 after the results are announced. However, to provide you with some insight, here are the cut-off marks for NEET 2023:

NEET 2023 Cut-off Marks

• General Category: Qualifying Criteria - 50th Percentile; Cut-off Range - 720-137
• OBC: Qualifying Criteria - 40th Percentile; Cut-off Range - 136-107
• SC/ST: Qualifying Criteria - 40th Percentile; Cut-off Range - 136-107
• Other Reserved Categories: Qualifying Criteria - 40th Percentile; Cut-off Range - 120-108

In Conclusion

Understanding the distinction between pass marks and cut-off marks is crucial in devising a successful strategy for your NEET 2024 preparation. Seek guidance from experts to enhance your chances of achieving an impressive score in the NEET examination and excelling in NEET 2024.

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