NEET 2025 question paper with solutions pdf
NTA conducted NEET 2025 on May 4, 2025 , held in a single shift from 2PM to 5PM , and the NEET 2025 question paper with solutions pdf is available for download. Candidates can use the PDF and the referenced Answer Key 47 to cross-check answers and compute raw scores.
NEET 2025 question paper with solutions pdf: exam format and marking
The exam had 180 mandatory MCQs for a total of 720 marks and a duration of 180 minutes (3 hours) . The paper pattern was: Physics 45, Chemistry 45, Biology (Zoology 45, Botany 45) . The marking scheme is +4 for every correct answer and −1 for every incorrect answer .
NEET 2025 question paper with solutions pdf: difficulty and subject notes
Officials and exam reviews describe the paper overall as moderate to tough . Physics was reported as the toughest section, while Zoology was expected to be slightly easier than the previous year. Chemistry and Botany held steady around moderate difficulty.
Answer key reference and student impact
The solutions PDF is published alongside a provisional answer key; the version cited for NEET 2025 is Answer Key 47 . Using the PDF and the answer key, you can tally correct (C) and incorrect (W) responses and compute a raw score as:
- Raw score = 4 × C − 1 × W (out of 720 )
This lets candidates estimate their likely percentile and shortlist colleges while waiting for official NTA results and final answer key releases.
Where this matters next
Having the question paper with solutions allows you to: cross-check responses, identify weak topics (Physics numericals, in particular), and practise timed attempts for upcoming exams. The solution PDF can also be used to prepare challenge submissions if and when NTA opens the provisional answer key challenge window.
Reporter: Shivam Yadav