Piyush · June 9, 2026 
Introduction
The results are in — and they tell a fascinating story.
On June 14, 2025, the National Testing Agency officially declared the NEET UG 2025 results. Out of 22.7 lakh registered candidates, 22,09,318 students appeared for the exam, and 12,36,531 qualified. For lakhs of aspiring doctors across India, this was a defining moment. But behind the numbers lie critical patterns — patterns that every NEET 2026 aspirant must understand.
Whether you’re a student analyzing your performance, a parent tracking trends, or a 2026 aspirant strategizing your prep, this complete breakdown of NEET 2025 is exactly what you need.
NEET 2025 Result – Key Highlights at a Glance
The NEET UG 2025 exam was conducted on May 4, 2025, in a single shift. This year, the number of registered candidates stood at 22,76,069 — a decrease from the 24+ lakh who had registered in 2024.
A total of 12,36,531 students qualified in NEET 2025, which is a decrease of 79,322 candidates compared to 2024. However, the qualification rate actually increased slightly — from 56.35% in 2024 to 59.07% in 2025.
Here’s a quick snapshot:
| Metric | NEET 2025 | NEET 2024 |
| Registered Candidates | 22,76,069 | 24+ Lakh |
| Appeared | 22,09,318 | 23,33,000 |
| Qualified | 12,36,531 | 13,15,853 |
| Highest Score | 686/720 | 720/720 |
| Qualification Rate | ~59% | ~56% |
The slightly higher qualification rate despite a tougher paper is a silver lining worth noting.
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NEET 2025 Toppers List – Who Made It to the Top?
Mahesh Kumar from Rajasthan topped the NEET UG 2025 exam with a percentile score of 99.9999547, securing All India Rank 1. In a notable contrast to 2024 — where 17 students shared the AIR 1 position — Mahesh Kumar is the sole AIR 1 this year.
Among female candidates, Avika Agrawal from Delhi achieved AIR 5 with a percentile score of 99.9996832, making her the top female performer in NEET 2025.
The NEET 2025 toppers’ highest score of 686 represents a significant drop from the previous year’s perfect score of 720, reflecting the higher difficulty level of this year’s paper — particularly the Physics section.
State-wise Performance Analysis – Which States Led the Race?
Uttar Pradesh emerged as the top-performing state with 1,70,684 qualified candidates in NEET 2025. Maharashtra followed closely with 1,25,727 qualified students.
Rajasthan was the third top-performing state, with a total of 1,19,865 NEET qualifiers. Notably, NEET 2025 toppers came from only 3 states — UP, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.
| State | Qualified Candidates 2025 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,70,684 |
| Maharashtra | 1,25,727 |
| Rajasthan | 1,19,865 |
| Karnataka | 83,582 |
| Kerala | 73,328 |
| West Bengal | 59,018 |
Some states like Bihar, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh saw more qualified students in 2025 compared to 2024, while states like Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Kerala, and Odisha saw a slight decline.
Gender-wise Statistics – Women Continue to Lead
Based on gender-wise NEET 2025 statistics, 58% of the total qualifiers were female students, while approximately 42% were male. Only 6 transgender students qualified the exam.
This female dominance is not a one-year anomaly — female candidates continue to outnumber males by a large margin year after year in NEET qualifications. This trend underlines the growing participation and excellence of women in medical education across India.
NEET 2025 Cutoff – What Were the Qualifying Marks?
The NEET 2025 cutoff marks for the General category were set in the range of 686–144, while for SC, ST, and OBC categories, the range was 143–113.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Cutoff Marks (2025) | Cutoff Marks (2024) |
| General/UR | 50th Percentile | 686–144 | 720–162 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 143–113 | 161–127 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 143–113 | 161–127 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 143–113 | 161–127 |
| UR/EWS PwD | — | 143–127 | — |
The decline in NEET 2025 cutoffs across all categories is directly linked to the higher difficulty level of the paper, especially the Physics section, which was numerically heavy and time-consuming.
What Do These Trends Mean for NEET 2026 Aspirants?
For NEET 2026 aspirants, understanding the previous year’s cutoff trends is essential to set a clear preparation target and prepare effectively for MBBS and BDS counselling.
Here are the key takeaways for your NEET 2026 preparation:
- Physics is the deciding factor. The toughest section in 2025, focus especially on Modern Physics, Optics, and numericals.
- Target 650+ for safety. Given the fluctuating cutoffs, aiming well above the qualifying mark is smart strategy.
- State competition is rising. States like Bihar and Haryana showed improved numbers — competition is growing beyond metro cities.
- Women are setting benchmarks. Female candidates are increasingly dominating top ranks — a motivating trend for all aspirants.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was the NEET 2025 result declared?
The NEET UG 2025 result was officially announced on June 14, 2025, by the National Testing Agency on neet.nta.nic.in.
Q2. Who topped NEET 2025?
Mahesh Kumar from Rajasthan secured AIR 1 with a score of 686/720 and a percentile of 99.9999547.
Q3. Why did NEET 2025 cutoffs drop compared to 2024?
The paper was significantly harder in 2025 — especially Physics — leading to lower scores across the board and hence lower qualifying cutoffs.
Q4. How many students qualified for NEET 2025?
A total of 12,36,531 students qualified, at a qualification rate of approximately 59%.
Q5. Which state had the highest number of NEET 2025 qualifiers?
Uttar Pradesh led with 1,70,684 qualified candidates, followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan.
Conclusion – Turn Insights Into Action for NEET 2026
NEET 2025 was a tough exam — but it was also a teacher. The drop in cutoffs, the dominance of female candidates, the rise of state-level competition, and the singular AIR 1 topper all paint a clear picture: precision preparation beats mass participation.
If you’re gearing up for NEET 2026, use these trends as your roadmap. Study smarter, focus on your weak areas (Physics first!), and track cutoff patterns closely.
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