NEET (UG) 2025: Tie-Breaking Criteria Changed, New Random Process By Expert Committee

Hey NEET (UG) 2025 aspirant!

With the increasing number of applicants, the competition has become tougher than ever. In response, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has modified the tie-breaking policy for NEET (UG) 2025.

On January 7, 2025, the NTA published the information bulletin for the NEET (UG) 2025 exam, which includes the detailed tie-breaking criteria to be followed in case of tied scores.

Let’s take a look at this policy in-depth.

NEET (UG) 2025 Tie-Breaking Policy

In case two or more students obtain equal marks/percentile scores in NEET (UG) 2025, the inter-se-merit (order of merit in case of similar scores) shall be determined in the following order:

Higher marks/percentile score in Biology (Botany and Zoology).
Higher marks/percentile score in Chemistry.
Higher marks/percentile score in Physics.
Low proportion of number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in all subjects.
Low proportion of number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Biology (Botany and Zoology).
Low proportion of number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Chemistry.
Low proportion of number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Physics.
In case the criteria mentioned above are exhausted and a tie still persists, it will be resolved through a random process with the guidance of an independent expert committee.

What’s Changed?

Previously, a computer-generated draw of lots was implemented in case a tie was not resolved. But for NEET (UG) 2025, instead of the computer-generated draw there will be a random process guided by an independent expert committee in case a tie is not resolved.

Conclusion

This tie-breaker policy is a reminder that success is not just about excelling in one area, but about having well-rounded knowledge and skill-set.

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Helpline

For further clarification related to NEET (UG) 2025, you can visit the helpdesk in person or contact at 011-40759000/ 011-69227700 or email at [email protected].

Source

Information Bulletin for NEET (UG) 2025 by NTA, 07 February, 2025: click here to read.

Kindly note that any and all exam-related information is subject to change as per the National Testing Agency, Education Ministry, and the Government of India.