The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the gateway to medical education in India. While filling out the application form, candidates must choose a qualifying code that accurately reflects their educational background. Selecting the wrong code can lead to application rejection, so understanding the NEET 1-7 qualifying codes for 2025 is crucial.
This guide will explain each qualifying code in detail to help you choose the right one.
What are NEET Qualifying Codes?
NEET qualifying codes represent the educational qualifications of applicants. These codes indicate whether a candidate is appearing for Class 12 exams, has passed from a recognised board, or holds a higher qualification like a B.Sc. degree.
For NEET 2025, there are seven qualifying codes (01-07). Candidates must carefully select the code that best describes their current educational status.
NEET 2025 Qualifying Codes 1–7 – Full List and Explanation
NEET Qualifying Code 01
✅Eligibility to Apply and Appear for NEET
- Candidates appearing for Class 12 exams in 2024 are eligible to apply for NEET 2025.
- They can also appear for the NEET exam while awaiting their Class 12 results.
✅ Admission Requirement – Passing Class 12
- Candidates must pass Class 12 with the required percentage before the first round of counselling.
- If they fail to meet the required pass percentage, they will be ineligible for admission to undergraduate medical courses.
✅ Required Subjects for Eligibility
Candidates must have studied the following subjects in Class 12:
- English
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology/Biotechnology
✅ Proof of Passing Class 12
- Candidates expecting to pass Class 12 can appear for NEET.
- However, they must submit documentary proof of passing with the required marks and subjects before counselling.
NEET Qualifying Code 02
✅ Accepted Class 12 Qualifications
- Candidates must have passed the Higher/Senior Secondary Examination or the Indian School Certificate Examination, equivalent to Class 12.
- The qualification should follow the 10+2+3 educational structure as per the National Committee on Education.
- The last two years of study must include:
- Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology (including practical tests)
- Mathematics or any other elective subject
- English, at a level not lower than the NCERT core course
✅ Ineligibility for Open School and Private Candidates
- Candidates who completed Class 12 from an open school or as private candidates are not eligible for NEET 2025.
- Studying biology/biotechnology as an additional subject in Class 12 is not permitted under standard regulations.
✅ Exception for Biology as an Additional Subject
- Candidates who passed Class 12 with Biology as an additional subject are eligible for MBBS entrance as per the Delhi High Court order (24/09/2019, Writ Petition No. 6773/2019).
- However, this rule has been challenged in multiple High Courts (Delhi, Allahabad-Lucknow, Madhya Pradesh).
✅ Pending Supreme Court Decision on Open School & Additional Biology
- The Medical Council of India (MCI) has appealed against High Court rulings that allowed open school and additional biology candidates.
- As a result, these candidates can appear for NEET 2025, but their final eligibility depends on the Supreme Court’s pending decision.
✅ Equivalency for Foreign or Non-Standard Indian Qualifications
- Candidates with foreign or non-standard Indian Class 12 qualifications must obtain an equivalency certificate.
- The certificate must be issued by:
- An Indian university or
- The Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
- It must confirm that the qualification is equivalent to Class 12 under the Intermediate Science Examination.
NEET Qualifying Code 03
✅ Recognised Qualification
- Candidates who have passed the Intermediate/Pre-Degree Examination in Science from:
- An Indian university
- A recognised board
- Any other approved examining body
✅ Required Subjects
- The qualification must include the following subjects:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology/Biotechnology (with practical tests)
- English (as a compulsory subject)
✅ Eligibility for NEET 2025
- Candidates meeting the above criteria are eligible to apply for NEET 2025.
- The qualification must be from a recognised institution to be valid.
NEET Qualifying Code 04
✅ Recognised Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the Pre-Professional/Pre-Medical Examination after completing:
- Higher Secondary Examination or
- Pre-University Examination or
- An equivalent examination
✅ Required Subjects
The examination must include the following subjects:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology/Biotechnology (with practical tests)
- English (as a compulsory subject)
✅ Eligibility for NEET 2025
- Candidates meeting these criteria are eligible to appear for NEET 2025.
- The qualification must be from a recognised institution to be valid.
NEET Qualifying Code 05
✅ Recognised Qualification
- Candidates who have completed the first year of a three-year degree course from a recognised university are eligible.
- The first-year examination must be a University Examination.
✅ Required Subjects
- The first-year degree course must include:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology/Biotechnology (with practical tests)
✅Prior Qualification Requirements
- Candidates must have previously passed a qualifying examination (such as Class 12) with:
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology
- English, at a level not lower than the core course
✅ Eligibility for NEET 2025
- Candidates meeting the above criteria are eligible to apply for NEET 2025.
- The qualification must be from a recognised institution to be valid.
NEET Qualifying Code 06
✅ Recognised Qualification
- Candidates who have completed the B.Sc. Examinations from an Indian University are eligible.
✅Required Subjects in B.Sc.
- The candidate must have passed B.Sc. with at least two of the following subjects:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology (Botany/Zoology)
- Biotechnology
✅ Prior Qualification Requirements
- The candidate must have previously passed a qualifying examination (Class 12) with:
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English
✅ Eligibility for NEET 2025
- Candidates fulfilling these criteria are eligible to apply for NEET 2025.
- The qualification must be valid from a recognised institution.
NEET Qualifying Code 07
✅ Recognised Equivalent Qualification
- Candidates who have completed any other examination that is deemed equivalent to the Intermediate Science Examination of an Indian University/Board are eligible.
✅ Required Subjects
- The last two years of study (10+2 level) must include:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology/Biotechnology (with practical tests)
- English
✅ Equivalency Certification Requirement
- The examination must be recognised as equivalent by an Indian University or Board.
- Candidates may need to provide an equivalency certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) or another authorised body.
✅ Eligibility for NEET 2025
- Candidates meeting these criteria are eligible to apply for NEET 2025.
- The qualification must meet the scope and standard of an Indian Intermediate Science Examination.
Conclusion
Choosing the correct NEET qualifying code is essential for a successful application. Whether you are appearing for Class 12, pursuing a medical degree, or coming from a foreign board, selecting the right code ensures eligibility.
Make sure to double-check your qualifications before submitting your NEET 2025 application to avoid errors that could impact your medical admission.
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