Instead, the qualifying criteria are usually based on:
* Merit Rank: Candidates are ranked based on their scores. A cutoff rank is determined based on the number of available seats and the number of applicants. Those who achieve a rank within the cutoff qualify. The cutoff rank varies every year depending on the difficulty of the exam and the number of candidates.
* Minimum Qualifying Percentile: For some categories, a minimum percentile score is mandated. This means candidates need to score above a certain percentile relative to the performance of all other candidates in that category. This percentile varies by category (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.) and can change from year to year.
* Minimum Marks (Rare): While less common, in some instances, there might be a minimum number of marks a candidate must secure to be considered eligible. This is less frequently used than percentile or rank-based cutoffs.
In summary: You don't pass NEET by achieving a specific number of correct answers. You qualify by securing a rank within the cutoff rank or by achieving the required minimum percentile for your category. The exact cutoffs are announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) after the results are declared. You need to refer to the official NTA website for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding the qualifying criteria for the specific NEET exam you're taking in the relevant year.