<h5>What was the previous rule about applying for the exam to become a doctor?</h5><p>Earlier, the Medical Council of India had a rule that students must have studied two years of Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology, and English as their main subjects in Classes 11th and 12th to sit for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) (NEET-UG) exam.</p><p>They also said that two years of study of the compulsory subjects had to be completed through regular schooling, not through open schools or as a private candidate. Also, after passing Class 12, a student couldn’t study Biology/ Biotechnology or any other required subject as an additional subject to apply for the exam.</p><p>The National Medical Commission (NMC) recently announced changes to the rule.</p><h5>What changes have been made by the NMC?</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/nmc-announces-changes-about-who-can-become-a-doctor%2Fneet%20ug.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=953a215b-e2b1-404d-bab9-ad5fe92d6671"><figcaption>Students preparing for the NEET-UG exam. Photo by Careers360.</figcaption></figure><p>Students who have completed their 11th and 12th exams focussing on physics, chemistry, and maths can still become a doctor. The NMC has issued new rules making it possible for non-Biology candidates to take the NEET-UG exam.</p><p>The NMC said students can now study the required subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology, and English) as additional subjects even after passing Class 12th from recognised boards. These individuals can appear for the NEET-UG exam. Students studying the required subjects in Classes 11 and 12 are already eligible for the exam.</p><h5>What is the NEET-UG exam?</h5><p>NEET-UG is an exam held in India for admission to undergraduate medical programs in various government or private colleges. Students who have completed Class 12th or equivalent can appear for this exam. NEET has replaced the All India Pre-Medical Test (AIPMT).</p><p>The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts this exam annually. The NTA conducts the exam, declares the result, and provides the All India Rank of the candidates to the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.</p><p>So, how many of you want to become a doctor? Tell us in the comment section.</p>

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