NEET UG 2025 Registration: Expected Dates and Latest Updates

As medical aspirants gear up for the NEET UG 2025, many are eagerly awaiting the announcement of registration dates. According to the National Testing Agency (NTA), the exam is scheduled for May 4, 2025, the first Sunday of May. However, the registration window has not opened yet, raising questions and speculations among students.
Anticipated Registration Timeline
Traditionally, NEET UG registration begins months ahead of the exam. With the exam reverting to its pre-Covid structure, students expected the process to have started by now. Media reports suggest that the registration portal is likely to open by the last week of February or the first week of March 2025.
Key Developments Ahead of NEET UG 2025
The NTA has introduced several changes to the NEET UG 2025 exam format, aiming to strengthen exam integrity following last year’s challenges with paper leaks and malpractice. Here’s a quick overview of the updates announced so far:
Why the Delay in Registrations?
The delayed registration process has left students speculating about potential technical or procedural updates. Some believe the changes in exam format and the added use of NEET scores for various programmes may have caused the delay.
What Should Aspirants Do Now?
While awaiting the official registration announcement, students should focus on revising the syllabus, understanding the updated exam pattern, and gathering necessary documents for registration.
With lakhs of aspirants vying for limited seats in top medical colleges, preparation and timely registration remain the keys to success.