With Changes in Exam Duration and Format, Staying Calm and Focused is More Crucial Than Ever
NEW DELHI May 3, 2025: The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2025—India’s largest medical entrance exam—is set to be held tomorrow, May 4, by the National Testing Agency (NTA). With over 20 lakh students expected to appear, the exam serves as a critical stepping stone for aspirants aiming to secure admission into MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other undergraduate medical programs across the country.

As the clock ticks down, experts advise candidates to focus on structured revision, efficient time management, and emotional composure to maximize performance.
What’s New in NEET UG 2025: Shorter Exam Duration
NEET UG 2025 will consist of the standard 180 questions across Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology. However, this year, the exam duration has been reduced from 200 minutes to 180 minutes, making time management even more crucial.
Candidates are advised to:
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Stick to their preparation notes rather than new materials
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Avoid online videos and new resources at the last moment
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Focus on confidence-building revision
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Maintain a calm and positive mindset
Subject-Wise Exam Strategy
Biology (Zoology + Botany):
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Start with Biology as it’s less time-consuming and high scoring
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Target to complete in 40–50 minutes
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Answer straightforward questions first, then return to tricky ones
Physics:
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Begin with numerical problems followed by conceptual questions
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Skip time-consuming problems initially and revisit if time allows
Chemistry:
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Prioritize Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
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Use direct recall techniques to save time on factual questions
Watch Out for Negative Marking
NEET UG carries negative marking (–1 for every wrong answer).
To avoid unnecessary loss of marks:
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Attempt only questions you are confident about
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Don’t dwell too long on difficult questions
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Allocate time per section and reserve at least 10 minutes at the end for final review
Mandatory Documents for Exam Day
Candidates must carry:
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Printed NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
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Valid government-issued ID (Aadhar card preferred)
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Recent passport-sized photo (same as application form)
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Other documents as per NTA instructions
Additional exam day recommendations:
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Get 7–8 hours of sleep the night before
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Eat a light and nutritious breakfast
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Arrive at the center well in advance to avoid last-minute stress
How to Download NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
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Visit: https://neet.nta.nic.in
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Click “Download Admit Card NEET (UG) 2025”
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Enter your application number, date of birth, and security pin
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Click “Submit”
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Download and print the admit card
Final Thoughts
With proper strategy, emotional balance, and timely revision, students can perform their best on NEET UG 2025. Experts emphasize the importance of trusting your preparation, managing time wisely, and staying composed throughout the exam.
Good luck to all aspirants!
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