Breaking News: NEET UG 2024 Exam Goes Global with 14 New Exam Centers
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In a groundbreaking move, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has expanded the reach of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) by introducing 14 new examination centers in 14 different countries. This development opens doors for aspiring medical students residing abroad to take the NEET UG 2024 examination closer to home.
The registration process for NEET UG 2024 commenced on February 9 and will continue until March 9. This announcement comes as a boon for candidates residing outside India, as they now have the option to select their preferred exam center from a diverse list of international locations.
The newly added examination center cities are Kuwait City, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bangkok, Colombo, Doha, Kathmandu, Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, Manama, Muscat, Riyadh, Sharjah, and Singapore. This expansion not only broadens the accessibility of the exam but also reflects the growing global demand for quality medical education.
For candidates who have already registered and paid fees for centers within India but wish to switch to international cities, the NTA has provided a solution. During the NEET UG 2024 application correction phase, candidates will have the opportunity to rectify their center and country preferences without any hassle. However, they will be required to pay the differential amount as per the NTA guidelines.
Additionally, fresh applicants from foreign countries can now conveniently select their desired international centers directly from the dropdown menu during the application process. This streamlined approach simplifies the process for overseas candidates and ensures a smoother registration experience.
The NEET UG 2024 examination, consisting of four subjects – physics, chemistry, botany, and zoology, remains a crucial milestone for aspiring medical professionals. It serves as the gateway to admission into various undergraduate medical and dental courses across India.
In light of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the National Medical Commission (NMC) made slight adjustments to the NEET syllabus for the 2024 exams in 2023. These changes aim to align the syllabus with the adjustments made in the NCERT syllabus, ensuring that candidates are adequately prepared despite the challenging circumstances.
Aspiring medical students can access the NEET UG application form, information bulletin, syllabus, and exam pattern on the official website neet.ntaonline.in. It is important to note that the application form, previously hosted on neet.nta.nic.in, is now accessible through the updated website neet.ntaonline.in. With these new developments, NEET UG 2024 promises to be a landmark examination, offering greater accessibility and opportunities for aspiring medical professionals worldwide. As the world navigates through unprecedented times, initiatives like these pave the way for a more inclusive and accessible education system.
