{"id":734958,"date":"2024-09-27T15:34:18","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T10:04:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=734958"},"modified":"2025-07-30T15:30:37","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T10:00:37","slug":"difference-between-neet-cut-off-and-qualifying-marks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/difference-between-neet-cut-off-and-qualifying-marks\/","title":{"rendered":"Difference Between NEET Cut Off and Qualifying Marks"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: 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Marks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/difference-between-neet-cut-off-and-qualifying-marks\/#NEET_Qualifying_Marks_Key_Benchmarks_for_Medical_Aspirants\" title=\" NEET Qualifying Marks: Key Benchmarks for Medical Aspirants\"> NEET Qualifying Marks: Key Benchmarks for Medical Aspirants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/difference-between-neet-cut-off-and-qualifying-marks\/#NEET_Qualifying_Marks_Category-Wise_Criteria\" title=\"NEET Qualifying Marks: Category-Wise Criteria\">NEET Qualifying Marks: Category-Wise Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" 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Qualifying Marks FAQs\">Difference Between NEET Cut Off and Qualifying Marks FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/difference-between-neet-cut-off-and-qualifying-marks\/#How_many_marks_are_required_to_qualify_for_the_NEET_exam\" title=\"How many marks are required to qualify for the NEET exam?\">How many marks are required to qualify for the NEET exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/difference-between-neet-cut-off-and-qualifying-marks\/#What_is_the_difference_between_Qualifying_and_cut-off_marks\" title=\"What is the difference between Qualifying and cut-off marks?\">What is the difference between Qualifying and cut-off marks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/difference-between-neet-cut-off-and-qualifying-marks\/#What_is_the_use_of_qualifying_marks_in_NEET\" title=\"What is the use of qualifying marks in NEET?\">What is the use of qualifying marks in NEET?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/difference-between-neet-cut-off-and-qualifying-marks\/#What_do_you_mean_by_cut-off_marks_in_NEET\" title=\" What do you mean by cut-off marks in NEET?\"> What do you mean by cut-off marks in NEET?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>Difference Between NEET Cut Off and Qualifying Marks: <\/strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-cut-off\/\"><strong>NEET Cut Off<\/strong> <\/a>and Qualifying Marks are often confused, but they are different. NEET Qualifying Marks are the minimum scores you need to pass the exam. These marks decide if you&#8217;re eligible to participate in the <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-ug-counselling\/\"><strong>NEET counseling<\/strong><\/a> process. On the other hand, the NEET Cut Off is the score needed to secure a seat in medical colleges. It varies every year depending on factors like the number of candidates, difficulty level, and available seats. While qualifying marks are fixed for different categories, the cut-off can be much higher. Understanding both is crucial for NEET aspirants aiming for admission into MBBS and BDS courses.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-cutoff-for-bds\/\"><strong>NEET Cutoff for BDS<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/blog\/medical-courses-other-than-mbbs-after-neet-exam\/\"><strong>Medical Courses Other Than MBBS After NEET Exam 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Difference_Between_NEET_Cut_Off_and_Qualifying_Marks\"><\/span>Difference Between NEET Cut Off and Qualifying Marks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<th>Feature<\/th>\n<th>NEET Qualifying Marks<\/th>\n<th>NEET Cutoff<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Purpose<\/td>\n<td>Determines eligibility for NEET counseling process.<\/td>\n<td>Determines if a candidate qualifies for admission to medical colleges.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Official Website<\/td>\n<td>www.ntaneet.nic.in<\/td>\n<td>www.ntaneet.nic.in or respective state counseling websites<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Release Date<\/td>\n<td>June 14, 2024<\/td>\n<td>Late July or early August 2024<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Registration<\/td>\n<td>No separate registration required.<\/td>\n<td>Used for counseling, no additional registration needed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Releasing Body<\/td>\n<td>National Testing Agency (NTA)<\/td>\n<td>NTA or respective state authorities<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Passing Requirement<\/td>\n<td>50% for General, 40% for Reserved categories<\/td>\n<td>Varies based on available seats and college criteria.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Consistency<\/td>\n<td>Relatively consistent every year across categories.<\/td>\n<td>Varies yearly depending on exam difficulty and seat availability.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_NEET_Cut_Off\"><\/span>What is NEET Cut Off<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The NEET cut-off is the minimum score needed to secure admission into a medical college. It changes every year based on various factors like the difficulty level of the exam, the number of students, and the availability of seats. The cut-off is also percentile-based and varies for each category (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.).<\/p>\n<p>Colleges set their cut-off scores based on factors like demand, infrastructure, and seat availability. The NEET cut-off is important for seat allocation in colleges, and scoring above the cut-off improves your chances of getting admitted.<\/p>\n<p>The cut-off scores for <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\"><strong>NEET 2024<\/strong><\/a> will be announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) after the results are declared.<\/p>\n<p>To give you an idea, here is the cut-off list for NEET 2023 for various categories:<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<th>Category<\/th>\n<th>Cut-Off Percentile<\/th>\n<th>Marks Range<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>General<\/td>\n<td>50th Percentile<\/td>\n<td>720-137<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>General-PH<\/td>\n<td>45th Percentile<\/td>\n<td>720-137<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SC<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<td>136-107<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>ST<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<td>136-107<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>OBC<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<td>136-107<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SC\/ST\/OBC-PH<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<td>120-107<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>ST-PH<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<td>120-108<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Influencing_NEET_Cut_Off_Marks\"><\/span>Factors Influencing NEET Cut Off Marks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Exam Difficulty Level:<\/strong> If the exam is tough, the cut-off marks tend to be lower. If it&#8217;s easier, the cut-off may rise.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Number of Candidates:<\/strong> The more students who take the exam, the higher the competition. This can cause the cut-off to increase.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Availability of Seats:<\/strong> The number of medical seats available in colleges also affects the cut-off. More seats may lead to a lower cut-off, while fewer seats can push it higher.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reservation Policies:<\/strong> Different categories like General, OBC, SC, and ST have separate cut-off scores based on the reservation system.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Performance of Students:<\/strong> If many students score high marks, the cut-off will naturally increase. Poor overall performance can lower it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Previous Year\u2019s Trends:<\/strong> Trends from the previous years&#8217; cut-offs can also play a role in determining the current year&#8217;s cut-off, serving as a reference point.<\/li>\n<li><strong>State Quota vs. All India Quota:<\/strong> Some seats are reserved for students from specific states, and the cut-off for these seats may vary compared to the All India Quota.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2> NEET Qualifying Marks: Key Benchmarks for Medical Aspirants<\/h2>\n<p>The NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) qualifying marks, also known as the passing marks, represent the minimum scores required for a student to be eligible for further steps in the medical admission process. These scores serve as a critical threshold that determines whether a student can move forward to counseling and admission to medical colleges. Unlike fixed percentage marks, NEET qualifying marks are percentile-based, meaning that students must perform better than a specific percentage of their peers who have taken the exam.<\/p>\n<p>Each year, the qualifying marks for NEET typically fall within a range of 150 to 200. However, merely meeting the qualifying marks does not guarantee admission to a medical college. It only indicates that the student is eligible to participate in counseling. Admission to medical colleges is determined by additional factors such as cut-off marks, which vary depending on the college, category, and year.<\/p>\n<p>The National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts NEET, adjusts the qualifying scores annually based on the exam\u2019s overall difficulty level. For instance, a student is considered qualified if they score above the 50th percentile, meaning they have performed better than half of the exam\u2019s participants. However, this percentile differs for various categories, ensuring equitable representation for students from different backgrounds.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Also Check: How to Avoid Negative Marking in NEET 2025?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NEET_Qualifying_Marks_Category-Wise_Criteria\"><\/span>NEET Qualifying Marks: Category-Wise Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Below is a breakdown of the qualifying criteria based on different categories:<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<th>Category<\/th>\n<th>Qualifying Percentile<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>General\/EWS<\/td>\n<td>50th Percentile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>OBC<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SC<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>ST<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>General\/EWS &amp; PH<\/td>\n<td>45th Percentile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>OBC &amp; PH<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SC &amp; PH<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>ST &amp; PH<\/td>\n<td>40th Percentile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_That_Influence_NEET_Qualifying_Marks\"><\/span>Factors That Influence NEET Qualifying Marks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Several factors play a role in determining the qualifying marks for NEET each year. These factors contribute to the variability in scores and percentile requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Exam Difficulty Level:<\/strong> If the exam is deemed more difficult in a given year, the qualifying marks might be lower, reflecting the overall performance of candidates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total Number of Candidates:<\/strong> A larger pool of candidates can result in increased competition, potentially affecting the percentile ranking needed to qualify.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Category-Wise Reservations:<\/strong> NEET provides specific percentile requirements for different categories, such as General, OBC, SC, and ST, to ensure fair representation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exam Performance Trends:<\/strong> Trends in performance, such as higher overall scores in a given year, may lead to adjustments in qualifying marks to maintain balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" style=\"width: 74.0508%; height: 115px;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\"><strong>NEET Related Information<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-syllabus\/\"><strong>NEET Syllabus 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-exam-date\/\"><strong>NEET Exam Date 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-eligibility-criteria\/\"><strong>NEET Eligibility Criteria 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-registration\/\"><strong>NEET Registration 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-chemistry-syllabus\/\"><strong>NEET Chemistry Syllabus 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-physics-syllabus\/\"><strong>NEET Physics Syllabus 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-exam-pattern\/\"><strong>NEET Exam Pattern 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-Biology-syllabus\/\"><strong>NEET Biology Syllabus<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-result\/\"><strong>NEET Result 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-application-form\/\"><strong>NEET Application Form 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-admit-card\/\"><strong>NEET Admit Card 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-cut-off\/\"><strong>NEET Cut off 2024<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-ug-counselling\/\"><strong>NEET UG Counselling 2023<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-mcq\/\"><strong>NEET MCQ<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/neet-exam\/neet-previous-year-question-paper\/\"><strong>NEET Previous Year Question Paper<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_After_Securing_NEET_Cut_Off_and_Qualifying_Marks\"><\/span>What Happens After Securing NEET Cut Off and Qualifying Marks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Securing the NEET qualifying marks is the first step toward medical admissions, but candidates must also meet the NEET cut-off to advance in the selection process. After clearing both, students become eligible for the counseling rounds, where they can apply for seats in medical and dental colleges based on their scores and category. During counseling, candidates need to choose their preferred colleges and courses. The cut-off marks, which vary by institution and category, play a crucial role in determining the chances of securing a seat. Achieving a score higher than the cut-off increases the likelihood of admission to top medical institutions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/one-stop-solutions-for-neet-prep?utm_source=surge&amp;utm_medium=interlinking\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" lazyloaded\" style=\"width: 100%; border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/One-stop-solution-for-neet.jpg\" alt=\"One Stop Solution for NEET Prep\" width=\"1201\" height=\"636\" data-src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/One-stop-solution-for-neet.jpg\" \/><\/a><a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/one-stop-solutions-for-neet-prep?utm_source=surge&amp;utm_medium=interlinking\"><button><strong>One Stop Solution for NEET Prep<\/strong><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n<div>NEET One-Stop Solution: Your ultimate resource for NEET exam preparation. Find study materials, practice questions, and tips to excel in the exam with Infinity Learn.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Difference_Between_NEET_Cut_Off_and_Qualifying_Marks_FAQs\"><\/span>Difference Between NEET Cut Off and Qualifying Marks FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_marks_are_required_to_qualify_for_the_NEET_exam\"><\/span>How many marks are required to qualify for the NEET exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tTo qualify for the NEET exam, candidates must score at or above the 50th percentile if they belong to the General category. For reserved categories such as OBC, SC, and ST, the qualifying threshold is the 40th percentile. The exact marks needed vary yearly based on the difficulty level and performance of all candidates but typically range between 150 and 200 marks.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_Qualifying_and_cut-off_marks\"><\/span>What is the difference between Qualifying and cut-off marks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tQualifying marks are the minimum scores required to pass the NEET exam and become eligible for further steps like counseling. Cut-off marks, on the other hand, are higher and vary for different colleges and categories. They determine which candidates will get a seat in specific medical institutions, based on their rank and availability of seats.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_use_of_qualifying_marks_in_NEET\"><\/span>What is the use of qualifying marks in NEET?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tQualifying marks in NEET act as the eligibility benchmark. Candidates who meet or exceed these marks can participate in the counseling process for admission to medical and dental colleges. However, qualifying does not guarantee admission; higher scores are needed to meet college-specific cut-off requirements.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_mean_by_cut-off_marks_in_NEET\"><\/span> What do you mean by cut-off marks in NEET?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCut-off marks in NEET refer to the minimum score required for a candidate to be considered for admission to a particular medical or dental college. The cut-off varies based on the institution, category, and course. Scoring above the cut-off increases the likelihood of securing a seat during the counseling process.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How many marks are required to qualify for the NEET exam?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"To qualify for the NEET exam, candidates must score at or above the 50th percentile if they belong to the General category. For reserved categories such as OBC, SC, and ST, the qualifying threshold is the 40th percentile. 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