My question is,Can a student who failed in class 12th examination and cleared it as a private candidate appear in NEET UG?
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According to the NEET eligibility criteria:
Eligibility Criteria
- A candidate who has failed in Class 12th examination but has cleared it as a private candidate is eligible to appear for NEET.
- However, the candidate must have passed Class 12th or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.
Conditions
- The candidate must have passed the Class 12th examination or equivalent with the required subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English) in the first attempt.
- If the candidate has passed the Class 12th examination or equivalent as a private candidate, they must have passed the examination with the required subjects in the first attempt.
Important Note
- It's essential to check the NEET eligibility criteria and the specific requirements of the medical colleges you're applying to, as they may have additional eligibility criteria.
In summary, a student who failed in Class 12th examination but cleared it as a private candidate is eligible to appear for NEET, provided they meet the required eligibility criteria.
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