NEET UG 2025: Results Declared Amidst Lingering Concerns and a Scrutinized Examination Process – How to Check Your Score
New Delhi, India – June 14, 2025 – The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the results for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2025 today, June 14, 2025. This highly anticipated announcement marks a pivotal moment for over 22 lakh aspiring medical students who appeared for the examination on May 4, 2025. Candidates can now access their scorecards, which include subject-wise marks, overall score, percentile, All India Rank (AIR), and qualifying status, on the official NTA NEET website.
The release follows the declaration of the final answer key earlier today. Successful candidates will now move on to the counselling process, expected to commence in late June or July, for admissions to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and veterinary courses across various institutions under the All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota seats.
Toppers and Statistics: A Glimpse at the Top Performers
The NTA has also released the list of toppers and key statistics for NEET UG 2025. This year, Rajasthan’s Mahesh Kumar has secured the All India Rank 1, followed by Utkarsh Awadhiya at Rank 2. Delhi’s Avika Aggarwal emerged as the female topper, securing an impressive All India Rank 5. Delhi (NCT) has notably dominated the top 10 ranks with three candidates making it to the prestigious list.
Overall, over 12.36 lakh candidates have successfully qualified for the medical entrance exam this year. Out of the total candidates, over 7.22 lakh are girls, once again outshining boys in the NEET results. Uttar Pradesh leads the states with the highest number of qualified candidates (1,70,684), followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan.
A Shadow of Controversy: The Road to Result Day
Despite the official declaration of results, NEET UG 2025 has not been without its share of controversies, casting a shadow over the examination process and raising concerns among students and parents.
- Exam Day Disruptions: Several candidates reported significant operational failures on the examination day. Issues included faulty question booklets with jumbled pages, particularly noted in centers in Sikar, Rajasthan, and Jamnagar, Gujarat. Students in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and Chennai, Tamil Nadu, faced challenges due to power outages during the exam, forcing them to write in dim lighting or even candlelight, leading to protests and demands for re-examination.
- Biometric Verification Failures: Complaints surfaced regarding biometric verification issues, with fingerprint mismatches and system errors causing delays and confusion at various exam centers.
- Allegations of Paper Leaks and Out-of-Syllabus Questions: While the NTA has consistently denied widespread paper leaks, allegations of sophisticated fraud and out-of-syllabus questions circulated on social media platforms. Some students and coaching experts flagged certain questions as being beyond the prescribed NEET syllabus, particularly in the Physics and Chemistry sections, which were also deemed significantly more challenging than previous years.
- Legal Interventions: The controversies led to legal challenges. The Madhya Pradesh High Court initially issued a stay on the NEET results from specific centers due to power outages, though it later modified its order to allow for the announcement of results for all centers, while holding the results for affected centers. The Madras High Court also ordered an interim stay on the declaration of results based on petitions alleging disruptions due to heavy rainfall and power cuts. These legal battles have added to the anxiety surrounding the results.
- Tie-Breaking Criteria: This year’s tie-breaking criteria for NEET UG 2025 include:
- Higher marks in Biology (Botany + Zoology).
- Higher marks in Chemistry.
- Fewer incorrect answers across all subjects.
- Age (older candidate preferred) and Application Number were tie-breakers in previous years but are not explicitly mentioned in the 2025 rules, focusing more on subject-wise performance and accuracy.
How to Check and Download Your NEET UG 2025 Result
Candidates can check their NEET UG 2025 results and download their scorecards through a simple online process. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to the official NEET UG website: neet.nta.nic.in. You may also find direct links on other NTA-related websites like nta.ac.in.
- Locate the Result Link: On the homepage, look for a prominent link that says “NEET UG 2025 Result” or “NEET UG 2025 Scorecard Download.” This link is usually found in the “Candidate Activity” or “Latest News” section.
- Enter Login Credentials: Click on the link. A new login window will appear. You will need to enter the following details:
- Your NEET UG 2025 Application Number.
- Your Date of Birth (in DD/MM/YYYY format) or your Password.
- A Security Pin/Captcha (displayed on the screen) to verify you are not a robot.
- Submit and View Result: After entering all the required details, click on the “Submit” or “Login” button. Your NEET UG 2025 Scorecard will be displayed on the screen.
- Download and Print: Carefully review all the details on your scorecard, including your overall score, subject-wise marks, percentile, All India Rank, and qualifying status. It is highly recommended to download the scorecard in PDF format and take multiple printouts for future reference during the counselling process.
Important Notes:
- Alternative Platforms: Besides the official NTA NEET website, candidates can also check their results and download scorecards via the DigiLocker website (digilocker.gov.in) and the UMANG app. NTA has also sent scorecards to candidates’ registered email addresses.
- Heavy Traffic: Due to the large number of candidates trying to access results simultaneously, the website might experience heavy traffic and slow down. If you encounter errors or delays, wait for some time and try again. It’s often advisable to try during off-peak hours.
- Required Information: Ensure you have your NEET UG 2025 Application Number and Date of Birth (or Password) ready before attempting to check your result.
- Discrepancies: In case of any discrepancies in the details mentioned on your scorecard (e.g., name, roll number, category), contact the NTA helpline numbers: 011-69227700 and 011-40759000, or email at neetug2025@nta.ac.in for assistance.
What’s Next for Aspirants?
With the results declared, the focus now shifts to the counseling process. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will conduct the All India Quota (AIQ) counseling for 15% of the seats in government medical and dental colleges, as well as for all seats in Deemed/Central Universities, ESIC, AFMS institutions, AIIMS, and JIPMER. State counseling authorities will handle the remaining 85% of the state quota seats.
Candidates are advised to:
- Monitor Counseling Schedules: Keep a close watch on the official websites of MCC (mcc.nic.in) and their respective state counseling authorities for detailed schedules, eligibility criteria, and seat matrix.
- Understand Cut-offs: Analyze the category-wise cut-off marks released by NTA to gauge their eligibility for various courses and institutions.
The NEET UG 2025 journey has been a challenging one for many aspirants, marked by intense competition and operational hurdles. While the results bring a mix of joy and disappointment, the focus now shifts to the critical counseling phase, which will determine the future academic paths of these aspiring medical professionals. The NTA, meanwhile, faces continued scrutiny over its examination conduct, with calls for enhanced transparency and foolproof systems to ensure fairness for all candidates in future editions. Sources
