With the NEET UG 2025 entrance exam scheduled for May 4, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, candidates must strictly adhere to the official exam timings and mandatory frisking procedures laid out by the National Testing Agency (NTA). These measures are designed to ensure a fair, secure, and hassle-free examination process for over 23 lakh medical aspirants across India.

NEET UG 2025 Exam Timings and Reporting

Exam Date: May 4, 2025

Exam Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (3 hours)

Last Entry to Centre: 1:30 PM (no entry after this time)

Sitting in Exam Hall: From 1:15 PM onwards

Instructions & Admit Card Check: 1:30 PM to 1:45 PM

Distribution of Test Booklet: 1:45 PM

Writing Details on Booklet: 1:50 PM

Exam Starts: 2:00 PM

Exam Ends: 5:00 PM

Key Reporting Guidelines

Candidates must arrive at the exam centre at least one hour before the exam to complete all verification and frisking formalities

For those wearing customary/cultural dress (like turban, hijab, burqa), reporting time is 12:30 PM to allow for proper frisking.

Frisking Procedure and Security Measures

Purpose of Frisking

Frisking is a mandatory security check to ensure no prohibited items are taken inside the exam centre, preventing cheating or use of unfair means6.

Frisking Steps

Initial Check: At the entrance, candidates are guided to the frisking area.

Metal Detector Screening: Security staff use highly sensitive metal detectors to scan candidates from head to toe, without physical contact.

Physical Checking: In some cases, additional physical frisking may be performed to check for hidden items. Female candidates are frisked by female staff in a separate area to maintain privacy26.

Document Verification: Admit card and valid photo ID are checked during this process6.

Inspection of Belongings: Clothing and personal items are checked; candidates must not carry any banned items.

Special Arrangements

Separate frisking arrangements are made for female candidates to address privacy and past concerns.

Candidates must cooperate fully with staff during frisking. Arguments or non-cooperation may lead to disqualification.

Security Enhancements

After previous security breaches, NEET 2025 features multi-layered security checks, including local police involvement and dedicated staff.

Mock drills, biometric checks, and three-level monitoring are in place to ensure fairness and security.

Important Reminders

Do not carry banned items (electronic devices, notes, jewelry, etc.) even by mistake.

Follow the prescribed dress code to avoid delays or denial of entry.

Arrive early to complete all formalities calmly and avoid last-minute stress.

Summary Table: NEET UG 2025 Exam Day Schedule

Strict adherence to these timings and frisking procedures is mandatory for all NEET UG 2025 candidates. Non-compliance can result in denial of entry or disqualification from the exam.