NEET Result 2025 Declared: AIR 1, Cutoff Drops

If you were among the 22+ lakh students who held their breath over the last few weeks, your wait is officially over. The NEET UG 2025 result is now declared, and as expected, the rush for ranks, counselling, and next steps has already begun. But this year, the results came with more than just marks they brought surprises, opportunities, and for some, even a shot at their dream college that looked far just weeks ago.

Let’s break it down from the cut-off shifts and toppers’ list to final answer key revelations and what this means for your medical admission journey.

Final Answer Key: NTA’s Surprise Marking Decisions

The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the final answer key today, just hours before declaring the NEET UG 2025 result.

Here’s what shocked many students:

Multiple Correct Options: In at least two questions across paper sets, the NTA accepted multiple answers as correct. This meant bonus marks for everyone who attempted those questions.

Invalid Questions? Full Marks: If a question was found to be ambiguous or incorrect, the NTA followed its protocol: drop it and award full marks to all who attempted.

If you’ve seen a slight jump in your final score, now you know why.

Check your personal response sheet and compare it with the final answer key on the official NTA NEET website.

How to Check NEET UG 2025 Result on Official Website

Follow these steps to download your NEET scorecard:

Step 1: Go to the official NEET website: https://neet.nta.nic.in
Step 2: On the homepage, click the link “NEET UG 2025 Result Declared – Download Scorecard”
Step 3: Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth (DOB)
Step 4: Enter the Security PIN shown on screen
Step 5: Click on Submit
Step 6: Your scorecard will appear on screen
Step 7: Click Download and save as PDF for future reference

NEET Result 2025: Scorecard Details and AIR

NEET UG 2025 was conducted on May 4, 2025, across 5,400+ centres, and had more than 22 lakh registered candidates. That alone makes it one of the largest competitive exams in India.

What Your Scorecard Includes:

• Marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology

• Total score

• Percentile rank

• All India Rank (AIR)

• Qualifying status

You can now download your scorecard by entering your application number and DOB on neet.nta.nic.in

NEET UG 2025 Scorecard Snapshot

Cut-Off 2025: Big Drop = Big Hope

Here’s where things get really interesting.

Cut-off Percentiles (as usual):

• General/UR/EWS – 50th percentile

• OBC/SC/ST – 40th percentile

• UR-PwD – 45th percentile

But the raw score cut-offs for qualifying this year have dropped, giving more students a fair chance to qualify.

So if you found the paper tough, you’re not alone and your result probably still looks better than expected.

Toppers List: Mahesh Kumar Bags AIR 1

This year’s topper story comes from Rajasthan. Mahesh Kumar scored an almost unbelievable 99.9999547 percentile, grabbing the prestigious AIR 1.

The top 10 list also includes names from across the country:

Yes, only one female candidate featured in the top 10  a stat that has stirred quite a bit of conversation.

Counselling Guide 2025: What’s Next

Now that you’ve got your scorecard in hand, what comes next is the most critical part: counselling

Counselling Breakdown:

• 15% All India Quota (AIQ) – Handled by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee)

• 85% State Quota – Managed by respective state authorities

• AIIMS, JIPMER, AFMC admissions – via centralized NEET score-based counselling

Documents to Prepare:

• NEET Scorecard

• NEET Admit Card

• 10th & 12th Marksheet + Certificates

• Caste certificate (if applicable)

• Domicile certificate

• Passport-size photos

• Identity Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport)

MCC will soon publish the NEET UG Counselling 2025 schedule at mcc.nic.in. State-specific portals will follow suit.

AIIMS Delhi or KMC Manipal

If your dream college is AIIMS, KMC, BHU, or JIPMER this is the time to start college comparison, budget planning, and backup list building

Don’t just focus on MBBS consider:

• BDS

• BAMS

• BHMS

• B.VSc & AH

• Nursing (B.Sc)

Make informed choices by checking last year’s closing ranks, seat matrix, and fee structures

My Take as a Student Voice

As someone who closely tracks education trends, here’s my honest view:

The 2025 NEET results show one thing unpredictability. The drop in cut-offs, answer key updates, and topper distribution all suggest that success isn’t about perfection, but preparation and patience

So even if you didn’t score what you hoped, don’t panic. The wide drop in cut-offs and increased number of qualifying students could open many doors.

Key Takeaways in 10 Seconds

NEET UG 2025 Result declared today (June 14)
Final Answer Key: Bonus/full marks for some questions
Cut-off dropped – Good news for borderline cases
Mahesh Kumar is NEET 2025 AIR 1
Download your scorecard from neet.nta.nic.in
Counselling to begin soon – MCC and state portals

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FAQs on NEET UG 2025 Result

Q1: What is the official website to check NEET UG 2025 results?
A: You can check your result at https://neet.nta.nic.in

Q2: What if I forget my application number?
A: Use the “Forgot Application No.” link on the login page to retrieve it using your registered email or phone number

Q3: When will NEET UG counselling start?
A: AIQ counselling is expected to start in July 2025. Keep checking mcc.nic.in for updates

Q4: Can I get admission if I scored 120 marks in NEET UG 2025?
A: Yes, if you fall under OBC/SC/ST category, your score might be eligible depending on state quota cut-offs

Q5: Is NEET UG score valid for other courses besides MBBS?
A: Yes, it is valid for BDS, BAMS, BHMS, B.Sc Nursing, and several paramedical and veterinary courses