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Medical & Health Sciences: UG Courses, Entrance Exams and Colleges in India
UG courses, entrance exams and colleges in India, with a Tamil Nadu focus
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This guide covers undergraduate routes into medicine, dentistry, AYUSH, veterinary science, nursing, pharmacy and allied health: the national NEET UG route, institute-specific tests (AIIMS, PGIMER, JIPMER), the Army nursing course, and Tamil Nadu state selection.
Important update
NEET UG 2026 was cancelled and re-held (re-exam on June 21, 2026), and NEET moves to computer-based mode from 2027. Information is current as of October 8, 2026; dates labelled 2027 are tentative until official bulletins are published.
In this guide
- 1UG courses and doors
- 2NEET UG in depth
- 3Other exams: AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, Army MNS, state CETs
- 4Costs, rankings and dates
- 5Tamil Nadu
- 6Careers, choose, prepare and takeaways
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UG Courses and Three Doors
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Health Science UG Courses
| Field | Course | Duration | Entry route |
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| Medicine | MBBS | 5.5 years (4.5 + 1 internship) | NEET UG |
| Dentistry | BDS | 5 years (4 + 1 internship) | NEET UG |
| AYUSH | BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS (Siddha), BNYS | About 5.5 years | NEET UG |
| Veterinary | BVSc & AH | 5 years | NEET UG; TANUVAS by Class 12 marks |
| Nursing | B.Sc Nursing (Hons.) | 4 years | NEET, AIIMS / PGIMER tests, state merit |
| Pharmacy | B.Pharm, Pharm.D | 4 years; Pharm.D 6 years | State CETs / merit |
| Allied health | BPT, BOT, MLT, Optometry, Radiography, OT Technology | 3–4.5 years | Institute tests / state merit |
NEET-based courses include MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS (Siddha), BVSc & AH and B.Sc Nursing in select central institutions; AIIMS / PGIMER / JIPMER offer nursing and paramedical programmes; B.Pharm, Pharm.D, BPT and BOT use state routes. BNYS (Naturopathy and Yoga) is also an AYUSH degree admitted through NEET. Course lengths include internship and are set by the regulators (NMC, DCI, NCISM, INC, PCI); typical lengths are general knowledge, so confirm in the current prospectus.
Three Doors into Health Sciences
| Door | Courses | How it works |
|---|---|---|
| NEET UG | MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, BVSc & AH, nursing in many institutions | Counselling by MCC (15% All India Quota + AIIMS, JIPMER, central, deemed) and by each state (85%) |
| Institute tests | AIIMS and PGIMER nursing & paramedical | Own computer-based entrance tests with nominal fees at central institutes |
| State merit | Nursing, B.Pharm, allied health in Tamil Nadu | Rank by Class 12 marks through the state selection committee (2026 rank list) |
| Best plan Prepare for NEET UG, and apply to the nursing / allied routes as backups. NEET is the door for doctors, dentists, AYUSH and veterinary courses; AIIMS and PGIMER run their own tests for nursing and paramedical courses; Tamil Nadu ranks paramedical, B.Sc Nursing and B.Pharm applicants on Class 12 marks rather than NEET scores. |
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Eligibility at a Glance
| Exam | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| NEET UG | PCB + English; 50% (40% SC/ST/OBC); age 17+ by Dec 31; no upper age limit |
| AIIMS Nursing | Women only; PCB + English; 55% (50% SC/ST); age 17+ |
| AIIMS Paramedical | All genders; PCB or PCM; 50% (45% SC/ST) |
| JIPMER UG | PCB + English; 50% (40% SC/ST/OBC); valid NEET UG score; age 17+ |
| PGIMER Nursing | Women; PCB + English; minimum 50% aggregate |
| PGIMER Paramedical | 10+2 science (PCB); minimum 50% marks |
| Army MNS Nursing | Women (unmarried / divorced / widow); first attempt; 50%; NEET qualified; age 17–25 |
| State CETs | Physics, Chemistry + Biology / Maths; 45–50% aggregate |
All routes need Class 12 science with Physics and Chemistry; most need Biology. Nursing at AIIMS, PGIMER and the Army is open to women only. Age: 17 by December 31 of the admission year for NEET UG with no upper age limit.
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NEET UG in Depth
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2.1 NEET UG
National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) · National Testing Agency | NTA · National
Courses
UG: MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS (Siddha), BVSc & AH, B.Sc Nursing (select central institutions). PG via NEET PG / INI CET.
Eligibility
Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech + English; 50% (40% SC/ST/OBC). Age 17+ on Dec 31; no upper age limit.
Where
All AIIMS, JIPMER, AFMC Pune, BHU, AMU, and government and private medical / dental colleges.
Exam format
Physics 45, Chemistry 45, Botany 45, Zoology 45, all compulsory. +4 / −1. OMR in 2026; computer-based from 2027.
2027 cycle (tentative)
Registration: Feb – Mar 2027 (expected)
Exam: about first Sunday of May 2027
Official site
Scope
Licensed doctors, surgeons, dentists, AYUSH practitioners, medical officers and research scholars; private colleges cost ₹40 L–1.2 Cr.
Good to know
- Correction to the earlier source: it described 200 questions with 180 to be attempted and 200 minutes. The established recent pattern is 180 compulsory questions (45 each in Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology) for 720 marks, +4 for correct and −1 for incorrect, with 3 hours (the 2026 re-exam gave 15 extra minutes).
- The Education Minister announced on May 15, 2026 that NEET UG will be fully computer-based from 2027. The 2027 bulletin was not yet released as of October 2026, so registration (February to March) and the exam (around the first Sunday of May) are tentative.
- Centres: 550+ Indian cities and about 14 abroad.
- Government college fees ₹10,000 to ₹1.5 lakh total; private and deemed ₹40 lakh to ₹1.2 crore.
2.2 What Changed in 2026
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May 3, 2026 | Exam held | NEET UG 2026 took place in pen-and-paper mode |
| May 12 | Exam cancelled | Cancelled after paper-leak allegations; CBI probe ordered |
| Jun 21, 2026 | Re-exam | Held again with 15 extra minutes; same fee, no extra charge |
| Jul 16 | Result | Re-NEET result declared; MCC counselling began Aug 5 |
| From 2027: computer-based NEET UG The government says the OMR system was the root cause, so the 2027 exam will be fully online. Expect 180 questions and 720 marks, but wait for the official bulletin. Rely only on official NTA communication. |
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2.3 NEET UG Eligibility in Detail
| Item | Rule |
|---|---|
| Subjects & qualification | Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology / Biotechnology and English; passed or appearing in Class 12 |
| Attempts | No limit on the number of attempts |
| Qualifying percentile: General / EWS | 50th percentile |
| Qualifying percentile: PwD (General) | 45th percentile |
| Qualifying percentile: SC / ST / OBC | 40th percentile |
Qualifying percentile cut-offs are from NMC norms; confirm them in the NEET bulletin.
2.4 After NEET: Counselling
| MCC (central) | State counselling | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 15% All India Quota in government colleges; 100% seats in AIIMS, JIPMER, central, deemed, ESIC and armed forces colleges | 85% state quota in government and private colleges |
| Run by | Four rounds at mcc.nic.in | Run by each state; Tamil Nadu uses the Selection Committee (DME) |
| Registration | MCC registration | Separate registration needed |
| 2026 cycle (for reference) | Event | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 16 | Re-NEET result | |
| Aug 5–15 | MCC Round 1 registration | Opened Aug 5, extended to Aug 15 |
| Aug 13 | TN MBBS / BDS counselling begins |
After the result, students must register separately for counselling.
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Other Entrance Routes
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3.1 AIIMS Nursing & Paramedical
AIIMS B.Sc (Hons) Nursing & Paramedical Entrance Examination · AIIMS New Delhi | AIIMS · Govt of India
Courses
UG: B.Sc (Hons) Nursing; B.Sc Paramedical (Optometry, MLT, OT Technology, Radiology & Imaging). PG: M.Sc Nursing, M.Sc.
Eligibility
Nursing: women only, PCB + English, 55% (50% SC/ST), age 17+. Paramedical: all, PCB / PCM, 50% (45% SC/ST).
Where
16+ AIIMS campuses incl. New Delhi, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Jodhpur, Patna, Raipur, Rishikesh, Kalyani, Nagpur.
Exam format
CBT: Physics 30, Chemistry 30, Biology (or Maths) 30, General Knowledge 10. +1 correct, −1/3 wrong.
2027 cycle (tentative)
Registration: Feb – Apr 2027 (2026: Mar 25 – Apr 24)
Exam: June 2027 (2026 nursing: Jun 27)
Official site
Scope
Clinical nurse specialists, radiographers, lab technologists, anaesthesia technicians and hospital administrators.
Good to know
- AIIMS runs its own computer-based tests, separate for nursing and paramedical. 2026 reference: nursing exam June 27 (result July 4); paramedical exam dates were reported as May 30 and July 4, so check the portal.
- Fees are nominal at central institutes. Ranking: NIRF Medical (AIIMS New Delhi #1).
3.2 JIPMER Nursing & Allied Health
JIPMER Nursing & Allied Health Sciences Admission · JIPMER Puducherry / NTA | JIPMER · Puducherry
Courses
UG: B.Sc Nursing; B.Sc Allied Health (Anaesthesia, Cardiac Lab, Dialysis, Neuro, Radiotherapy, Perfusion Technology, MLT). PG: M.Sc.
Eligibility
10+2 with PCB / Biotech + English; 50% (40% SC/ST/OBC); valid NEET UG score is mandatory; age 17+.
Where
JIPMER Puducherry and JIPMER Karaikal.
Exam format
No separate paper: merit by NEET UG percentile rank, then JIPMER online / offline counselling.
2027 cycle (tentative)
Application: May – Jun 2027 (after NEET result)
Admission cycle: June – July 2027
Official site
Scope
Specialised technicians, perfusionists, cardiac lab experts and advanced nurses for tertiary-care hospitals.
Good to know
- JIPMER is adjacent to Tamil Nadu, so many Tamil Nadu students apply. MBBS at JIPMER also comes through NEET UG and MCC counselling. NIRF ranks JIPMER among the top medical institutions.
3.3 PGIMER Nursing & Paramedical
PGIMER B.Sc Nursing & Paramedical Entrance Exam · PGIMER Chandigarh | PGIMER · Chandigarh
Courses
UG: B.Sc Nursing (4-year and Post-Basic); B.Sc Paramedical (MT Laboratory, Radiodiagnosis, Radiotherapy, OT Technology, Medical Animation).
Eligibility
Nursing: women, PCB + English, 50%. Paramedical: 10+2 science (PCB), minimum 50% marks.
Where
PGIMER Chandigarh.
Exam format
CBT: Physics 25, Chemistry 25, Biology 25, English & Comprehension 15, General Knowledge 10. Negative marking applies.
2027 cycle (tentative)
Registration: June – July 2027
Exam: late July / early August 2027
Official site
Scope
Diagnostic labs, radiation therapy centres, advanced surgical care units and research facilities.
Good to know
- PGIMER Chandigarh holds the #2 NIRF Medical rank according to the earlier source. Centres are mainly in northern and metro cities such as Chandigarh, Delhi, Ambala, Ludhiana and Jalandhar.
3.4 Army MNS B.Sc Nursing
Military Nursing Service B.Sc (Nursing) Course · Army DGMS / NTA | Armed Forces
Courses
UG: 4-year B.Sc (Nursing) with commission into the Military Nursing Service.
Eligibility
Women (unmarried / divorced / legally separated / widow); Class 12 in first attempt, PCB + English, 50%; NEET UG qualified; age 17–25.
Where
Colleges of Nursing: AFMC Pune, Command Hospital Kolkata, INHS Asvini Mumbai, Delhi Cantt, Lucknow, Bengaluru.
Exam format
Stage 1: NEET UG qualification. Stage 2: ToGIGE (intelligence & English), psychological assessment, interview, medical fitness test.
2027 cycle (tentative)
Registration: June – July 2027 (after NEET)
Selection tests: July 2027
Official site
Scope
Commissioned as Lieutenants in the Military Nursing Service, serving in military hospitals nationwide.
Good to know
- Education, boarding and lodging are free with a monthly stipend, uniform and a service bond. Stage 2 takes place at base and command hospitals such as Base Hospital Delhi Cantt and AFMC Pune.
3.5 Pharmacy & Allied Health CETs
State CETs · B.Pharm, Pharm.D, BPT, BOT and allied health: state entrance tests or merit allotment | State CETs
Courses
UG: B.Pharm, Pharm.D (6 years), BPT (Physiotherapy), BOT (Occupational Therapy). PG: M.Pharm, Pharm.D (PB).
Eligibility
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology / Maths; minimum 45–50% aggregate.
Where
State government pharmacy and health colleges (Madras Medical College, ICT Mumbai, Bombay College of Pharmacy and others).
Exam format
CBT or state merit rank on Physics, Chemistry, Biology / Maths. Tamil Nadu ranks nursing, B.Pharm and paramedical on Class 12 marks.
2027 cycle (tentative)
Registration: Mar – May 2027 (state CETs)
Exams: May – June 2027 · TN rank list on 12th marks
Official site
Scope
Pharma research, clinical trials, drug inspector roles, formulation, hospital pharmacy and rehabilitation science.
Good to know
- Correction: the earlier source mentions CIPET and GPAT. CIPET relates to plastics engineering and GPAT is a postgraduate (M.Pharm) test, so neither is the UG route; B.Pharm and allied courses use state CETs or merit lists.
- In Tamil Nadu the 2026 rank list for B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm and other paramedical courses was prepared from Class 12 board marks rather than NEET scores.
- Fees: ₹20,000 to 1.5 lakh in government colleges, ₹4 to 10 lakh in private colleges.
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Costs, Rankings and Dates
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What Does It Cost?
| Course / route | Cost | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Govt medical colleges | ₹10K–1.5 L | 4.5–5 years, total |
| Private / deemed medical | ₹40 L–1.2 Cr | Total, MBBS |
| AIIMS Nursing / Paramedical | ₹3–6K | Total, nominal fees |
| JIPMER Nursing & Allied | ₹12–25K | Total, 3–4 years |
| PGIMER Nursing / Paramedical | ₹5–15K | Total |
| Army MNS B.Sc Nursing | Free | Plus stipend; service bond |
| Govt pharmacy colleges | ₹20K–1.5 L | Total |
| Private pharmacy colleges | ₹4–10 L | Total |
Central institutes (AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER) charge nominal fees subsidised by the government, and the Army nursing course is free with a stipend. Private and deemed medical colleges are by far the costliest. Fees are approximate, so check each prospectus.
Where to Check Rankings
| Source | What it offers |
|---|---|
| NIRF Medical & Pharmacy | Official yearly rankings: AIIMS, JIPMER, CMC Vellore, KGMU, MMC Chennai and pharmacy institutions (nirfindia.org) |
| NMC & Dental Council | Recognition status, seat capacity and infrastructure for medical and dental colleges (nmc.org.in · dciindia.gov.in) |
| India Today & Outlook-ICARE | Annual surveys of medical and dental colleges on ROI, patient inflow and academic reputation (indiatoday.in/best-colleges) |
| Guidance portals | Cutoffs, seat matrices, fees and clinical placement trends (medicine.careers360.com) |
Always check NMC recognition before taking admission.
Exam Windows and Links
| Entrance / admission | Registration window (expected) | Official portal |
|---|---|---|
| NEET UG | Feb – Mar 2027 | neet.nta.nic.in |
| AIIMS Nursing & Paramedical | Feb – Apr 2027 | aiimsexams.ac.in |
| JIPMER Nursing & Allied | May – Jun 2027 (post-NEET) | jipmer.edu.in |
| PGIMER B.Sc Nursing / Paramedical | Jun – Jul 2027 | pgimer.edu.in |
| Army MNS (B.Sc Nursing) | Jun – Jul 2027 | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| TN Paramedical / B.Sc Nursing / B.Pharm | May – Jun 2027 | tnmedicalselection.net |
| AIPVT / BVSc admissions | May – Jun 2027 (via NEET) | vci.admissions.nic.in |
NEET UG 2027 will be computer-based. All windows are tentative until the official bulletins are published. The TN Paramedical row is the application window; in 2026 the Tamil Nadu rank list for nursing and B.Pharm was released in August.
Registration Calendar
| Entrance | Window | Status | Portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET UG | Registration Feb – Mar 2027; exam May 2027 | Updated (CBT) | neet.nta.nic.in |
| AIIMS Nursing / Para | Feb – Apr 2027 | From earlier guide (tentative) | aiimsexams.ac.in |
| JIPMER UG | May – Jun 2027 | From earlier guide (tentative) | jipmer.edu.in |
| PGIMER | Jun – Jul 2027 | From earlier guide (tentative) | pgimer.edu.in |
| Army MNS | Jun – Jul 2027 | From earlier guide (tentative) | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| TN Paramedical / BSc | May – Jun 2027 | From earlier guide (tentative) | tnmedicalselection.net |
| BVSc (AIPVT) | May – Jun 2027 | From earlier guide (tentative) | vci.admissions.nic.in |
| MCC counselling | About Aug (2026 pattern: registration opened Aug 5) | Updated | mcc.nic.in |
What Is Coming Up (as of Oct 8, 2026)
| When | Event | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | NEET UG 2027 bulletin | Expected |
| Feb | NEET registration opens | Expected |
| Mar | AIIMS applications open | Tentative |
| May | NEET UG 2027 (CBT) | Tentative |
| Jun – Jul | Results; JIPMER, PGIMER, Army | Tentative |
| Aug | MCC and TN counselling | 2026 pattern |
Heads-up
No exam in this guide has an open window in October. Use these months to master NCERT Biology, Physics and Chemistry, and start computer-based practice tests for NEET. AIIMS nursing applications opened in late March in 2026; counselling typically follows in July to August.
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Tamil Nadu
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Government and Central Institutes
| Institute | Courses and standing | Admission via |
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| Madras Medical College, Chennai | One of Asia’s oldest medical institutions (TN Dr. MGR Medical University). MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm, B.Sc Nursing, BPT, B.Sc MLT, Radiography | NEET UG (MBBS/BDS); TN Medical Selection (paramedical, nursing, pharmacy) |
| JIPMER Puducherry | Institute of National Importance (MoHFW), next to TN. MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, B.Sc Allied Health Sciences | NEET UG score |
| Stanley Medical College, Chennai | Renowned for clinical exposure and surgical units. MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, paramedical streams | NEET UG / state counselling |
| Kilpauk Medical College & Govt. Madurai Medical College | Leading state institutions: MBBS, BDS and specialised health science degrees | NEET UG / state counselling |
| TANUVAS, Chennai | Premier veterinary university. BVSc & AH, B.Tech (Food Technology / Dairy Tech) | TANUVAS portal (Class 12 marks cutoff) |
Madras Medical College, Stanley, Kilpauk and Madurai Medical College fill MBBS and BDS seats through NEET and TN state counselling. TANUVAS admits to BVSc & AH on Class 12 marks.
Private and Deemed Institutions
| Institute | Courses and standing | Admission via |
|---|---|---|
| CMC Vellore | Top 3 medical college in NIRF. MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, Allied Health (BPT, BOT, MLT, Optometry) | NEET UG + CMC assessment |
| Sri Ramachandra (SRIHER), Chennai | Top deemed medical university. MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm, Pharm.D, Sports Sciences, Nursing, BPT, Allied | NEET UG; SRIHER All India Entrance (allied) |
| PSG IMS&R, Coimbatore | Leading private college in western TN. MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, BPT, Pharm.D, Paramedical | NEET UG (state and management quota) |
| SRM Medical College, Kattankulathur | Deemed health campus: medical, dental, pharmacy, occupational therapy | NEET UG / SRM Health Sciences portal |
| SIMATS (Saveetha), Chennai | Saveetha Dental College among the top 20 worldwide in QS subject rankings | NEET UG |
MBBS at deemed universities is filled through MCC counselling (100% of deemed seats) while private colleges follow the state management quota. CMC Vellore also uses its own aptitude assessment alongside NEET.
How Admission Works in Tamil Nadu
| Course group | Basis | Details |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS & BDS | NEET rank, TN Selection Committee (DME) | Government quota, management quota and a 7.5% preferential quota for government school students. 2026: 641 seats (537 MBBS + 104 BDS); counselling began Aug 13. |
| Nursing, B.Pharm, allied | Class 12 board marks | The 2026 rank list for B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm and allied health was based on Class 12 marks, not NEET scores. Apply at tnmedicalselection.net. |
| Veterinary (TANUVAS) | Class 12 marks cutoff | BVSc & AH and B.Tech programmes at TANUVAS use its own admission portal. |
| Central & deemed | NEET + MCC | JIPMER, AIIMS and deemed universities (SRIHER, SRM, SIMATS) fill seats through MCC counselling. |
Check tnmedicalselection.net for current rules, nativity requirements and fees.
Tamil Nadu Pathways
| High NEET rank | Mid rank or other courses | Strong Class 12 marks |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS and JIPMER (MCC) Madras, Stanley, Kilpauk, Madurai (state) CMC Vellore (NEET + assessment) |
Private and deemed: SRIHER, PSG, SRM, SIMATS BDS, AYUSH and BVSc via NEET Management quota seats |
B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm, allied via TN rank list TANUVAS for veterinary AIIMS / PGIMER tests as extra options |
| Apply widely NEET + MCC, TN counselling and the nursing / allied routes can all run together. High NEET ranks lead to central and top state colleges; mid ranks to private and deemed colleges; strong Class 12 marks to nursing, pharmacy and allied health via the Tamil Nadu rank list. |
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Careers, Choose, Prepare and Key Takeaways
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Where Can It Take You?
| Doctors & dentists | Nursing & care | Allied health | Pharmacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed doctors and surgeons Dentists AYUSH practitioners Medical officers, researchers |
Clinical nurse specialists Military Nursing Service officers Critical care staff Healthcare administrators |
Radiographers, lab technologists Anaesthesia technicians Perfusionists, cardiac lab experts Radiation therapy centres |
Pharma research Clinical trials Drug inspector Formulation, hospital pharmacy |
Which Course Fits You?
| If you want to… | Consider |
|---|---|
| Diagnose and treat patients | MBBS · BAMS / BHMS / BSMS (Siddha) for traditional systems |
| Oral health and dental surgery | BDS |
| Animal health and husbandry | BVSc & AH (TANUVAS, VCI counselling) |
| Hands-on patient care | B.Sc Nursing: AIIMS, PGIMER, JIPMER, Army MNS, state |
| Medicines and research | B.Pharm · Pharm.D |
| Labs, imaging and rehabilitation | MLT · Radiography · OT Technology · BPT · BOT · Optometry |
Rank your choices and keep allied health routes as strong alternatives.
Prepare Smart
| Tip | Why |
|---|---|
| NCERT Biology first | Biology carries half of the 720 marks in NEET UG. |
| Practise on computer | NEET moves to CBT in 2027; take online mock tests. |
| Timed papers | 180 questions in about 3 hours with −1 for wrong answers. |
| Protect Class 12 marks | TN nursing, pharmacy and allied ranks use board marks. |
| Keep backups | Apply to AIIMS, PGIMER, JIPMER and state routes too. |
| Track official sites | Rely only on NTA, MCC and state portals for updates. |
Key Takeaways
- NEET UG opens MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and BVSc: 720 marks, +4 / −1, now computer-based from 2027.
- NEET 2026 was cancelled and re-held on June 21. Rely only on official NTA and counselling portals.
- Nursing and allied routes: AIIMS, PGIMER, JIPMER, Army MNS, plus the Tamil Nadu Class 12 rank list.
- Tamil Nadu: state counselling with a 7.5% government school quota, plus MCC for AIIMS, JIPMER and deemed colleges.
Before you apply
Verify all dates on official sites. Rules, seats and fees change every year.
A–Z
Abbreviations and Their Expanded Forms
- MBBSBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- BDSBachelor of Dental Surgery
- AYUSHAyurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy
- BAMSBachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
- BHMSBachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery
- BUMSBachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery
- BSMSBachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery
- BNYSBachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences
- BVSc & AHBachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry
- B.Sc NursingBachelor of Science in Nursing
- B.PharmBachelor of Pharmacy
- M.PharmMaster of Pharmacy
- Pharm.DDoctor of Pharmacy
- Pharm.D (PB)Doctor of Pharmacy (Post Baccalaureate)
- BPTBachelor of Physiotherapy
- BOTBachelor of Occupational Therapy
- MLTMedical Laboratory Technology
- OT TechnologyOperation Theatre Technology
- MT LaboratoryMedical Technology (Laboratory)
- M.ScMaster of Science
- B.TechBachelor of Technology
- HonsHonours
- UG / PGUndergraduate / Postgraduate
- NEET UG / PGNational Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate / Postgraduate)
- INI CETInstitute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test
- ToGIGETest of General Intelligence and General English
- AIPVTAll India Pre-Veterinary Test
- GPATGraduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test
- CETCommon Entrance Test
- MCCMedical Counselling Committee
- DMEDirectorate of Medical Education (Tamil Nadu)
- NTANational Testing Agency
- CBTComputer-Based Test
- OMROptical Mark Recognition
- MCQ / QsMultiple Choice Question / Questions
- PCB / PCMPhysics, Chemistry, Biology / Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- AIIMSAll India Institute of Medical Sciences
- JIPMERJawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
- PGIMERPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
- AFMCArmed Forces Medical College
- INHSIndian Naval Hospital Ship (INHS Asvini)
- ESICEmployees’ State Insurance Corporation
- BHU / AMUBanaras Hindu University / Aligarh Muslim University
- CMCChristian Medical College (Vellore)
- KGMUKing George’s Medical University
- MMCMadras Medical College
- TN Dr. MGRTamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
- TANUVASTamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University
- SRIHERSri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
- PSG IMS&RPSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research
- SIMATSSaveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences
- SRMSRM Institute of Science and Technology
- ICTInstitute of Chemical Technology
- CIPETCentral Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology
- NMCNational Medical Commission
- DCIDental Council of India
- NCISMNational Commission for Indian System of Medicine
- INCIndian Nursing Council
- PCIPharmacy Council of India
- VCIVeterinary Council of India
- MoHFWMinistry of Health and Family Welfare
- DGMSDirectorate General of Medical Services (Army)
- MNSMilitary Nursing Service
- CBICentral Bureau of Investigation
- NIRFNational Institutional Ranking Framework
- NCERTNational Council of Educational Research and Training
- QSQuacquarelli Symonds (world rankings)
- Outlook-ICAREOutlook – Indian Centre for Assessment & Ranking Education
- Govt of IndiaGovernment of India
- Delhi CanttDelhi Cantonment
- SC / STScheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes
- OBCOther Backward Classes
- EWSEconomically Weaker Section
- PwDPersons with Disabilities
- ROIReturn on Investment
- TNTamil Nadu
- govt / pvtGovernment / private
- K / L / CrThousand / Lakh / Crore (₹)
- hrs / min / yrsHours / minutes / years
- #1 / #2Rank number one / two
- 12thClass 12 (Higher Secondary)
- Re-NEETRe-conducted NEET UG exam (June 21, 2026)
- Post-BasicB.Sc Nursing for diploma-holding nurses
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