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1. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 1 NATIONAL TESTING AGENCY Welcomes all stakeholders to the Orientation Session for the conduct of NEET (UG) - 2024 on 27 April 2024 (Saturday) https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

2. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 2 About National Testing Agency The Ministry of Education, Government of India (GOI), has established National Testing Agency (NTA) as an independent, autonomous and self-sustained premier testing organization registered under the Societies Registration/Login Act, 1860. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

3. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 3 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ To practice these values, NTA constantly engages with its stakeholders, viz. students, parents, teachers, experts and partner institutions.

4. IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND DATES AT A GLANCE शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 4 About NEET (UG) – 2024 As per Section 14 of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, the NEET (UG) has to be conducted as a common and uniform National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test [(NEET (UG)] for admission to undergraduate medical education in all medical institutions. Similarly, as per Section 14 of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Act, 2020, there shall be a uniform NEET (UG) for admission to undergraduate courses in each of the disciplines i.e. BAMS, BUMS, and BSMS courses of the Indian System of Medicine in all Medical Institutions governed under this Act. NEET (UG) shall also be applicable to admission to the BHMS course under the National Commission for Homeopathy. The NEET (UG) is being conducted as a uniform entrance – cum – eligibility test for admission to undergraduate medical courses (MBBS, BDS, etc.) in all medical institutions across the country, under the direction of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

5. Information for Functionaries and Students 5 Given on the website of NTA NEET: https://exams.nta.ac.in/NEET Bulletin for Students Guidelines for Functionaries Syllabus, Eligibility Application Form Admit Card Exam Rules https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

6. Test Pattern of NEET (UG) - 2024 Examination शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 6 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Refer to Page No. 6 in the Guidelines. 2024-25

7. 7 NEET (UG) 2023 comparison with NEET (UG) 2024 - At a glance Total Candidates NEET (UG) – 2023 NEET (UG) – 2024 %age change 2059006 2406003 16.85 Gender wise (Number of Candidates) Male 889428 1029154 15.71 Female 1168411 1376831 17.84 Third gender 13 18 38.46 Category wise (Number of Candidates) General 598376 647236 8.17 SC 297955 356721 19.72 ST 130425 157106 20.46 OBC-NCL 877692 1054246 20.12 Gen-EWS 153363 190694 24.34 Examination State with Maximum Candidates NEET (UG) – 2024 UTTAR PRADESH 341965 MAHARASHTRA 281872 RAJASTHAN 197177 Examination State with Minimum Candidates LADAKH 758 LAKSHADWEEP 185 LANGUAGE WISE REGISTRATION LANGUAGE NEET (UG) - 2023 NEET (UG) - 2024 %age change Assamese 3324 3769 13.387 Bengali 43890 48265 9.9681 English 1672914 1892355 13.117 Gujarati 53027 58836 10.955 Hindi 276180 357908 29.592 Kannada 704 1065 51.278 Malayalam 1003 958 -4.487 Marathi 1833 1759 -4.037 Odia 988 1312 32.794 Punjabi 73 214 193.15 Tamil 30536 36333 18.984 Telugu 1295 1684 30.039 Urdu 1695 1545 -8.85

8. NEET (UG) - 2024: State wise Medium of the Test शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 8 Candidates opting for English would be provided Test Booklet in English only. Candidates opting for Hindi would be provided with a Bilingual Test Booklet in English and Hindi. Candidates opting for Regional Languages would be provided Test Booklet in English + selected Regional Language . For Example: If a candidate opted Tamil (out of 13 languages), the Test Booklet would be provided in English + Tamil. S. No Medium of Question Paper Examination Centres 1. English All Examination Centres 2. English and Hindi All Examination Centres in India 3. English and Assamese Examination Centres in Assam 4. English and Bengali Examination Centres in West Bengal, Tripura, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands 5. English and Gujarati Examination Centres in Gujarat, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli 6. English and Kannada Examination Centres in Karnataka 7. English and Malayalam Examination Centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep 8. English and Marathi Examination Centres in Maharashtra 9. English and Odia Examination Centres in Odisha 10. English and Punjabi Examination Centres in Punjab, Chandigarh, and Delhi/New Delhi (including Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gurugram , Noida/Greater Noida) 11. English and Tamil Examination Centres in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands 12. English and Telugu Examination Centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana 13. English and Urdu All Examination Centres in India https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Annexure 5

9. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 9 Cover page of English/Hindi Language Test Booklet Cover page of English/Urdu Language Test Booklet https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Annexure - 4

10. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 10 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Cover page of Regional Language Test Booklet E.g. Assamese

11. Frequently Asked Question On material required for the conduct of the examination. During the conduct of the examination. After the conclusion of the examination. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 11 Annexure 5

12. Schedule on the day of Examination S. No. Activity Timings 1 Reporting of candidates to the Examination Centre (as per the timing indicated on the Admit Card) All processes in parallel* 11:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 2 Last Entry of Candidate into the Examination Centre 01:30 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 3 Gate Closing time of Centre 01:30 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 4 Strict and compulsory frisking/biometrics at the entrance of the Examination Centre* 11:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 5 Strict and compulsory document verification of the Candidates inside the Registration Room* 11:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 6 Entry of the Candidates into the Examination Room 11:30 A.M. to 1:40 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) Important Information at a Glance 12 Refer to Page No. 98 in the Guidelines https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Annexure 3A

13. 7. Last Entry of the Candidates in the Examination Room 01:40 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 8 Opening of sealed Iron Box( es ) containing Test Booklet Parcels in the Control Room of the Centre 01:15 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 9 Verification of Admit Cards by the Invigilators in the Examination room while Candidates display it from a distance (for the second time, as the first one was done in the Registration Room). Announcement by Invigilator in Examination Room to ensure that Candidates have occupied their assigned seats only Candidates are not in possession of any prohibited item. 01:40 P.M. to 01:50 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 10 Opening of sealed envelopes containing 24 Test Booklets by the Invigilator(s) inside the allotted Examination Room. 01:50 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 11 Distribution of the Test Booklet by the Invigilator to the candidates after matching the QP medium indicated on an adhesive sticker pasted on the Table/Desk of the candidate with the medium of the Test Booklet. 01:50 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 12 Writing of particulars on the Cover Page of the Test Booklet by the Candidate 01:50 P.M. to 01:55 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 13 Schedule on the day of Examination https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

14. Schedule on the day of Examination 14 13. a) Opening of the seal of the Test Booklet by the candidates to take out the OMR Sheet (both ORIGINAL and OFFICE Copy) b) Instruction by the Invigilators to candidates Candidates must tally and ensure that the Number and Test Booklet Code of the Test Booklet and OMR Sheet (ORIGINAL and OFFICE Copy) are the same Candidates must fill up the correct information in the OMR Sheet (ORIGINAL Copy), put their Left Hand Thumb Impression, and have to sign with time the “Declaration by the Candidate”. Candidates must not detach/separate/tear the OFFICE Copy of the OMR Sheet, attached with the ORIGINAL Copy All Rough Work needs to be done in the Test Booklet only. The candidate should not do any Rough Work or put stray marks on the OMR Sheet (both ORIGINAL and OFFICE Copy)   01:55 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 14. Test Commences 02:00 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 15. All the Unused Test Booklets with seal intact are put (in a White Paper Envelope Size 10x12 inches). The seating Plan (Appendix-1) and Roll numbers of Absent Candidates are collected by the Invigilators and counted, tallied with the Absentee List, and handed over to the Centre Superintendent in the Examination Control Room. 02:05 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) White Paper envelope(s) of Unused Test Booklets and empty envelopes/cloth parcels of used Test Booklets are to be packed and sealed by Centre Superintendent@ Certificate of packing of Unused Test Booklets (Appendix-6) is prepared by the Centre Superintendent and verified by the NTA Observer(s). Consolidated Absentee Proforma (Appendix-3) is also prepared by the Centre Superintendent and verified by the NTA Observer(s). Immediately after the commencement of the examination https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

15. 15 16 Closing of the doors of the Examination Room 05:05 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 17 Test Concludes 05:20 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) 18 Room-wise collection of OMR Sheets (both ORIGINAL and OFFICE Copy) from the candidate by the Invigilators, Separate ORIGINAL and OFFICE Copy and carry the same to the Examination Control Room after packing inside (no sealing) PINK Paper Envelope (ORIGINAL COPY) and BLUE Paper Envelope (OFFICE COPY) Immediately after the conclusion of the examination 19 Exit from the Examination Room in batches (Floor/Room-wise exit as planned by the Centre Superintendent) After 5:25 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) After collection, counting, and verification of OMR Sheets by Invigilators https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Medium of the Question paper is mentioned on the Admit Card, Sticker, Attendance Sheet, and list of candidates (LoC).

16. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 16 Briefing on NTA Test Administration Machinery Examination functionaries: Roles and Responsibilities The City Coordinator is the Head of a School/Institution appointed by NTA to supervise all the examination activities within the Cities where the NEET (UG) – 2024 Examination will be held. Few Cities may have more than one City Coordinator, depending upon the number of Centres or number of candidates in the City. There will be one City Coordinator for about 30 Centres . In addition, the City Coordinator in every city needs to coordinate with Centre Superintendents and NTA Observers so that the policy and practice of conducting examinations are implemented in the city meticulously. The NTA would also appoint Observer(s ) at every Examination Centre depending upon the number of candidates allotted to the Centre. At the Centre, both the Centre Superintendent and Observer(s) are required to coordinate each activity and support each other in the discharge of their duties. Centre Superintendents of the Examination Centre are the Heads of the Institution/School or a person appointed on his/her behalf. Centre Superintendents are expected to convene a meeting and explain examination practices to all concerned officials using this presentation. During the meeting, all the officials of the school/organization involved in the conduct of NEET (UG) - 2024 shall remain present to understand the instructions and to implement the same appropriately and strictly on the day of the examination. Deputy Centre Superintendents are appointed by the Centre Superintendents to assist them in the conduct of the examination. Invigilators are usually faculty (non-PCB staff i.e. other than Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) of the examination Centre appointed by the Centre Superintendent. An Invigilator will perform Invigilation duty inside the examination hall and in the Registration Room as described in Chapter 10. Deputy/Independent Observers : To ensure the implementation of the scheme of NTA for the fair, smooth, and successful conduct of NEET (UG). Flying Squad/NTA Representative : To ensure the activities at different Centers and visit to 5 – 6 most sensitive Centres after discussion with the City Coordinator to observe the activities at different Centres . The NTA Representative may plan this activity in consultation with the City Coordinator of the City. 16 4/27/2024 16 CITY COORDINATOR OBSERVER FLYING SQUAD/NTA REPRENTATIVE DEPUTY OBSERVER CENTRE SUPERINTENDENT INVIGILATOR DEPUTY CENTRE SUPERINTENDENT CONTROL ROOM Refer to Page No. 10 in the Guidelines https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

17. FRAMEWORK OF EXAMINATION Pre- Exam Mock Drill (Briefing Meeting)- one day before the exam On the day of the exam. (1. Custodian , 2. Registration, 3. Room Allocation) Start of the exam : Instructions to be given During the exam : Surveillance End of the exam: OMR Sheets to be counted Post exam: Appendix to be filled and packing to be done. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 17 LET US MAKE NEET (UG)- 2024 : A NEAT ENGAGEMENT

18. 18 Role of City Coordinator (CC) The City Coordinator is Head of a School/Institution appointed by NTA to supervise all the Examination activities at the Centre within the Cities where the NEET (UG) – 2024 Examination will be held. Few Cities may have more than one City Coordinator, depending upon the number of Centres or number of candidates in the city. There will be one City Coordinator for about 30 Centres. The City Coordinator is an important link between the Centre Superintendents, Observers, Deputy Observer and NTA. The role of the City Coordinator is to ensure successful conduct of NEET (UG) - 2024 in his/her city by coordinating various activities of examination The City Coordinator is expected to supervise the Pre-examination activities, the conduct of examination and post-examination activities of the NEET (UG) - 2024 by establishing a better coordination network amongst Centre Superintendent, Observers and NTA Refer to Chapter 2 Page No. 11-17 in the Guidelines https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

19. City Coordinator - Examination Activities Login into www.nta.ac.in/Testadmin/login To carry out virtual Centre audit of Schools/Institutes as per the directions of NTA. To arrange for the Briefing/Meeting of Centre Superintendents and Observers . To confirm the participation of Observers for examination duty. To ensure that each Centre Superintendent has contacted District Magistrate / Deputy Commissioner/ Collector and Superintendent of Police / Deputy Commissioner of Police / Police Authorities. A letter to the CS, DGP, SP, and DM has already been sent on behalf of the DG, NTA. A meeting with local police and administrative authorit ies for deploying police forces at each examination Centre. A teleconference with Observer on the relevant issues . Pre-Examination The City Coordinator must get the data of PwD from dashboard and ensure availability of scribes for each Centre. INVIGILATORS TO BE ORIENTED BY ALL CITY COORDINATORS. Discuss Entry points and Exit points with respect to the Examination Centre. Information regarding confirming the place of Custodian . Finalization of time for distribution of confidential material from the Custodian. Plan for no stoppage of the vehicle carrying confidential material from Custodian to Centre 19 Refer to Chapter 2 Page No. 11-17 in the Guidelines https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

20. City Coordinator - Examination Activities 20 Refer to Chapter 2 Page No. 12 in the Guidelines https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

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22. City Coordinator - Examination Activities City Coordinator needs to ensure that the Briefing/Meeting to be attended by Centre Superintendents and Invigilators. Arrangements for the handling of confidential material, including receiving question paper in Iron Boxes/ Cartons from the Custodian and to ensure their safe transportation to the Centres . Frisking/biometric will be done by the staff of the designated agency ( 1 Guard for every 120 students, one male and one female guard for 240 students ). No candidate should be allowed to enter the examination Centre after the last reporting time i.e. 01.30 P.M. (Indian Standard Time). Installation of wall clock at the main entry point and in all examination rooms. Conduct of Briefing/Meeting 22 Refer to Chapter 2 Page No. 11-17 in the Guidelines https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Gender, cultural and religious sensitivity to be maintained at all points as per the directions of Hon’ble Supreme Court. Successful Briefing/Meeting = Successful conduct of the NEET (UG) No Relation Certificate ( Appendix 9 ) must be taken from all stakeholders (CC, CS, Observers, Invigilators, Videographer, Service providers, etc. who are involved in the conduct of the NEET (UG) – 2024.

23. During Examination To ensure that last entry in the Examination Centre in the Examination room/hall is not later than 01.30 P.M. (IST) i.e. no candidate is to be allowed to enter the Examination Centre after the last reporting time i.e. 01.30 P.M. (IST) Mandatory frisking/biometric of each candidate. Handling of Confidential Material Coordinating with Centre Superintendent and Observers regarding the handling of the confidential material that includes, receiving of Iron Box(es) from the Custodian and ensuring safety and security while reaching the Centre. Post Examination Packing Plan of OMR Sheet (Original and Office Copy). A place for the collection of material from centres after the examination will be designated by the City Coordinator. If there are more than 2 City Coordinators in a city, they may have their individual Collection centre . Coordinator will handover the sealed box(es) to the authorized a gency of NTA. To collect digital locks from all Centre Superintendents against the receipt and maintain a log of all locks collected. The City Coordinator would store these locks safely till their pickup by the concerned agency. Digital locks should not be used for any other purpose. City Coordinator - Examination Activities 23 Refer to Chapter 2 Page No. 11-17 in the Guidelines City Coordinator Remuneration ₹ 20000/- fixed for three days for the Examination Conveyance ₹ 3500/- fixed for three days for the Examination (Total admissible ₹23500/- for three days only) 10% TDS applicable on Remuneration. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

24. Role of Centre Superintendent (CS) 24 The Centre Superintendent (CS) will be overall In-charge of the Centre where the examination is being conducted and completely responsible for the safe and smooth conduct of this high stakes examination at their Centre. The CS will be appointed by NTA and will be responsible for all processes as described in the Information Bulletin (IB), Guidelines as well as in the corresponding Appendices. The CS needs to be present at the Centre as per the requirement of the conduct of examination to ensure that all the preparations are made as per plan under his/her supervision. The Centre Superintendent (CS) will personally attend the Briefing/Meeting to be held (at time and venue communicated by City Coordinator) on 04 May 2024 (Saturday) by the City Coordinator. Identify a well-protected room to be used as a Control/Examination Room ; A strong almirah with keys in duplicate for storage of examination material; Big Registration Rooms/Halls , one each for boys /girls; Facsimile Signature stamps will be purchased by Centre Superintendent in adequate number to affix on each Test Booklet and wherever applicable. Cello Tape, Gum, Wax, Cloth, Needle, Thread, Bag, Luxor Pen/Permanent Marker, Scissor s etc. in sufficient quantity; Sufficient and comfortable seating arrangement/furniture for the candidates; Suitable arrangement of washroom/toilets s eparately for boys and girls; Ballpoint pens provided by the NTA to be used by the candidates for writing particulars and for marking responses in OMR Answer Sheet. Refer to Chapter 3 , Page No. 18-30 in the Guidelines Centre Superintendent ₹ 2500/- per day + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance per day (Total admissible ₹ 7000/- for two days only) https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

25. The Centre Superintendent shall appoint Deputy Centre Superintendent(s) so that in the absence of Centre Superintendent , he/she can take over the responsibilities. In case, more than one Deputy Centre Superintendent is appointed at the Centre, specific duty is to be assigned to each one of them. The appointment can be withdrawn at any time by the Centre Superintendent if considered necessary in the interest of the examination. Duties of Deputy Centre Superintendent(s) The Deputy Centre Superintendent shall assist the Centre Superintendent in all matters pertaining to the arrangements for the efficient, timely, smooth and fair conduct of the examination. In the absence of the Centre Superintendent, the Deputy Centre Superintendent will exercise all powers of the Centre Superintendent and will be fully responsible for the fair and smooth conduct of the examination. To prevent impersonation, the Deputy Centre Superintendent (s) should visit every examination room and check the genuineness of the candidates by comparing the identity of the candidate present with the scanned photograph given on the Attendance Sheet/Admit Card. 25 Role of Deputy Centre Superintendent Refer to Chapter 4 Page No. 31-36 in the Guidelines Deputy Centre Superintendent (s) Upto 360 Candidates One Should be Senior Vice-Principal / Senior Headmaster / Sr. PGTs of the School (Specific duties be assigned to Dy. Centre Superintendent if more than one) 361 to 720 - Two 721 to 1080 - Three 1081 and above - Four Deputy Centre Superintendent ₹ 1500/- per day + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance per day (Total admissible ₹ 5000/- for two days only) https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

26. 26 Role of Observer Observers are the public representatives deputed by NTA for the conduct of examination to witness and ensure that examination is conducted in a fair smooth and hassle-free manner. Read and understand the Guidelines carefully and update their information on www.nta.ac.in/Testadmin/login Attend the Briefing/Meeting which is generally convened at 11.00 A.M. one day prior to the conduct of examination at the place of the City Coordinator or on a suitable venue decided by the City Coordinator. Reach the place of Custodian at the time as fixed by the City Coordinator on the day of examination At the place of Custodian, on the day of examination, one key of the Iron Box will be handed over to the Observer and Centre Superintendent by City Coordinator. While taking the delivery of the confidential material, they need to check the details mentioned on the Iron Box and key to ensure that the material is sealed and belongs to the designated Examination Centre and a receipt as per Appednix-4A (receipt of Locked Iron boxes) and Appendix-4B (receipt of sealed key envelope) be duly filled and submitted to the NTA. Sealed Test Booklet parcels will be opened 45 minutes before the commencement of the examination by the Centre Superintendent in the presence of an Observer and at least two Invigilators and two candidates as witnesses. Observers will ensure that the photo-copier, fax machine, computer, mobile phones or any electronic gadget is not used at the examination centre during the course of the examination by any of the officials on duty Refer to Chapter 5 Page No. 47-55 in the Guidelines https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

27. OBSERVERS WILL ENSURE THAT CANDIDATES ARE NOT IN POSSESSION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WHILE ENTERING THE CENTRE: Any stationery item like textual material (printed or written), bits of papers, Geometry/Pencil Box, Plastic Pouch, Calculator, Pen, Scale, Writing Pad, Pen Drives, Eraser, Calculator, Log Table, Electronic Pen/Scanner etc. Any communication device like Mobile Phone*, Bluetooth, Earphones, Microphone, Pager, Health Band etc. Other items like Wallet, Goggles, Handbags, Hairpin, Hair-band, Belt, Cap, ATM/Credit/Debit Card, Plastic Identity Card, any remote key, etc. Any Watch/Wristwatch, Camera, etc. Any metallic item Any eatable item opened or packed etc. Any other item which could be used for unfair means for hiding communication devices like camera, blue tooth device etc. Any ornaments like Ring, Earrings, Nose-pin, Chain/Necklace, Pendants, Badge, Brooch etc. should be carefully checked. 27 Observer ₹ 2000/- + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance for a day prior to the day of Examination ₹ 4000/- + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance for a day for the day of Examination (Total admissible Rs 8000/- for two days only) 10% TDS applicable on Remuneration. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

28. While Frisking, Observer will ensure the following 28 Frisking/Biometric Norms There would be a separate frisking zone for male & female Candidates (In the Registration Room/Hall). Only female staff will frisk the female candidates in the enclosure. Handheld Metal detector with long rod for detection of prohibited Metallic Equipment/ Mobiles / Electronics / Communication equipment or any small Electronic Bugs will be used by the authorized Agency. No candidate will be allowed to enter the examination room without frisking/biometric. The trained staff of the authorized Agency will verify all documents including Admit Cards and valid Identity Card of the candidate and other required documents, without touching them. Trained manpower to be supplied by the Agency will include male and female frisking personnel. Personnel involved in frisking/biometric must take care of sensitivity issues related to Gender/Religion/Socio-Cultural and regional differences and should not hurt the sentiment of any candidate. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

29. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 29 FRISKING PROCESS Space for Frisking and Enclosures Enough space to be allocated for frisking for male and female candidates (separate enclosures). https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

30. Fair conduct of examination will depend on the quality of frisking/biometric done. There should not be any laxity during frisking/biometric .   The stage of the process includes frisking of the candidates at the centers through High Tech Handheld Metal Detector (HHMD) to avoid entry of any unrestricted objects in the exam centers. Separate enclosures for frisking of women candidates maintain privacy and security. 30 High Tech Handheld Metal Detector There would be a separate frisking/biometric zone for male & female Candidates (In the Registration Room/Hall). Only female staff will frisk the female candidates in the enclosure. Hand held Metal detector with long rod for detection of prohibited Metallic Equipment/ Mobiles / Electronics / Communication equipment or any small Electronic Bugs will be used by the authorized Agency. No candidate will be allowed to enter the examination room without frisking/biometric https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

31. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 EXECUTION PREPAREDNESS Centre manpower to be ready During the Mock Exam the Centre Manpower to function as on the exam day to understand the execution flow. Single Entry Point for all candidates Centre needs to ensure that the entry for the candidates is aligned through a single main entry point itself. Centre Preparedness Centre must provide designated areas for the entry, frisking and biometric process and ensure all material is safely stored and provided at the right time. Staggered Candidate Entry Centre needs to ensure the candidates enter in a staggered manner as per the entry time mentioned on their admit card. Announcements or information to be shared with the candidates on the exam day. NTA Team Entry Centre must check the Authority Letter and ID Card provided by NTA. Centre personnel to check Hologram Centre must allocate personnel to check each admit card has the hologram before the exam completion, in case any discrepancy is found biometric must be ensured for the candidates. At 2:30 pm , the Centre shares entry count Around this time while the exam starts, Centre will provide the candidate count which needs to be matched with the Biometric completion count. For any mismatch, the candidates biometric needs to be ensured before he leaves the Centre. Space for Frisking and Enclosures Enough space to be allocated for frisking for male and female candidates (separate enclosures). Space for Biometric process As per the process 1:150 ratio seats to be provided for biometric process with enough space for movement of the candidates during the process. Hologram to be put on each admit card After the process is complete each of the admit card will be have an hologram which indicates that the process has been duly complete. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

32. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 32 BIOMETRIC PROCESS Space for Biometric process As per the process 1:150 ratio seats to be provided for biometric process with enough space for movement of the candidates during the process. Hologram to be put on each admit card After the process is complete each of the admit card will be have an hologram which indicates that the process has been duly complete. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

33. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 33 Biometric Process Operator arrives at exam Centre and downloads candidate’s data: Biometric team reaches the centre on the Exam Day. Centre to provide Biometric zone space for the operators to be seated based on the number of candidates. Separate tables utilized by each operator. Operator downloads the enrollment data and prepares for the process. Centre needs to manage the space and movement of the candidates. Candidates arrive at the Biometric zone and the operators carry out the process through their respective tablets. Biometric information is captured and verified post which a hologram is pasted on the admit card. Centre to check the candidate count with the enrollment data at 2:30 pm, and ensure verification for all candidates before they leave the premises. Hologram to be put on each admit card After the process is complete each of the admit card will be have an hologram which indicates that the process has been duly complete. Digital Fingerprint Facial Recognition https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

34. 34 Biometric process and hologram pasted: QR code scanned to get roll number Image captured to be matched with application data base Biometrics captured Centre needs to check the hologram is on each of the admit cards inside the exam hall. Any discrepancy to be reported to the biometric team as soon as possible. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Admit Card

35. Observers will ensure that unused Test Booklets are collected from the room as per the schedule given (with their seals intact). During the course of examination , Observer(s) will take random rounds of the examination rooms to verify the number of candidates present in each room as per the Attendance Sheet and also ensure that the seats allotted to the Absentee(s) are not given to any other candidate(s). Observers must be present at the time of packing of Answer Sheets (Original Copy & Office Copy) and ensure that the whole process of packing of the Answer Sheets (Original Copy and Office Copy) as detailed in Chapter 7 of the Guidelines is strictly adhered to by the Centre Superintendent. Before certifying that the packing has been done in their presence, they will also ensure that: All the Original Copies of OMR Sheets brought by the Invigilators to the collection/Centre Superintendent’s room after the examination is in a pink paper envelope , and the Office copy is in a blue paper envelope of size 10x12 inches. The number of OMR Sheets (Original Copy & Office Copy) packed in each envelope tally with the details given on the envelope. For the same, a certificate is also to be given by the Observer, along with CS as per Appendix-7 Proper counting, packing and sealing of the OMR Answer Sheets (Original Copy & Office Copy) has to be done. They will also ensure that parcel of OMR has been sealed properly with the help of cardboard, sutli , Tamper Evident Plastic bag and finally cloth bag supplied by the NTA. During Examination, the Observers will ensure that: 35 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

36. Role of Deputy Independent/Observer 36 The Deputy/Independent Observer is appointed by NTA for observing the conduct of NEET (UG) – 2024. Deputy/Independent Observers are NTA representatives entrusted with the responsibility to monitor the following aspects of the conduct of examinations and ensure that the examinations are conducted in a punctual, fair and transparent manner at the examination Centre, thus enhancing the general credibility of the NTA examination system: • To ensure that the Security Guard is stationed outside the gate. • Crowd management of candidates and their guardians and make parallel linear queues • Photograph on the Admit card the candidate is carrying, matches with his/her face. Those who are not carrying the copy of their Aadhar card must be asked to fill up an undertaking at the Centre. • Use a torch to look inside ears of the candidates to ensure they are not wearing/hiding any Bluetooth devices/Communication devices. • Ensure that candidates are not carrying any personal belongings other than written in the admit cards • The Original copy should not be detached from Office copy before submission to the Invigilator. In case of any untoward incident or observation at the center, you are requested to contact the City Coordinator, who will be in direct touch with National Testing Agency (NTA). • Candidate must carry “Any one of the original and valid Photo Identification Proof issues by the Government” – PAN card/Driving License / Voter ID/ Passport / Aadhar Card (With photograph)/ E-Aadhaar/ Ration Card / Aadhaar Enrolment Number with Photo. All other ID/photocopies of IDs even if attested/scanned photo of IDs in the mobile phone will NOT be considered as valid ID Proof along with Admit Card. Deputy/Independent Observer ₹ 2000/- + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance for a day prior to the day of Examination ₹ 2000/- + ₹1000/- Fixed Conveyance for a day for the day of Examination 10% TDS applicable on Remuneration. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

37. Role of Flying Squad/NTA Representative 37 The Flying Squad Member as appointed by NTA will visit all the Centres in the City and depending on the time of visit, observe the following at different Centres: It is to ensure that, no candidate is allowed to enter the examination room without frisking. A separate frisking zone for male and female Candidates (In the Registration Room/Hall). Only female staff will frisk the female candidates in the enclosure. The trained manpower to be supplied by the Agency should include male & female frisking personnel. Personnel involved in frisking/biometric must take care of sensitivity issues related to Gender/Religion/Socio-Cultural and regional Differences and should not hurt the sentiment of any candidate. Process of allocation of candidates ensuring they are sitting as per the Roll Number sticker on their desk. Observe activities in the control Room with the NTA Observer and Centre Superintendent. Opening of Iron Boxes at 1.15 P.M. (IST) distribution of Booklets, Instructions given by Invigilators, Videography of each candidate and collection of both Original OMRs and Office copy of OMRs. After the examination, Flying Squad Members are required to submit Feedback reports (enclosed with their letter). They are required to fill the same and submit it to the City Coordinator in a sealed envelope. Refer to Chapter 4 Page No. 33 in the Guidelines https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Flying Squad/NTA Representative ₹ 4000/- per day (subject to TDS) for duty day + Fixed Local Conveyance - ₹ 1000/- per day for duty day 10% TDS applicable on Remuneration.

38. Role of Invigilator 38 The Invigilator is the most important functionary in the smooth and fair conduct of any examination, including NEET (UG)-2024. It is expected that they shall perform their duties judiciously for completing the following responsibilities. His work is to watch people taking an exam in order to check that they do not cheat/ malpractice. An examination room with 24 candidates would have 2 Invigilators https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Refer to Chapter 4 Page No. 33 - 36 in the Guidelines Room Invigilator(s) ₹ 2200/-Fixed to those attending Briefing/ Meeting prior to the day of Examination and attending on the day of Examination

39. 4/27/2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 39 Before Examination Starts : Attend Orientation organized for Invigilators in an online mode by NTA. Reporting time: As directed by Centre Superintendent Participate in Centre Superintendent briefing attentively, and get details of your duty room on the day of examination. Check the examination schedule and Bell Timing schedule on the day of examination, given at Annexure-3 carefully Please do not carry your mobile and any other electronic device to Exam area/Exam room/ Centre Superintendent room. Deposit them in Examination Control Room. Two Invigilators (as identified by Centre Superintendent ) need to witness opening of sealed Iron Box(es) and Test Booklet Parcels containing OMR Answer Sheets in Examination Control Room Receive the Envelopes containing the sealed Test Booklets (in sets of 24 candidates) from the Centre Superintendent for the allotted Room, at the allotted time, in sealed condition only. These need to be opened in the Examination room/hall at 1:40 P.M.(Indian Standard Time). Each packet will contain 24 Test Booklet in the individual transparent polythene. This will be given as such to candidates. Receive one poly pack of 26 Ball Point pens , White Paper Envelope and Attendance Sheet from the Centre Superintendent for the allotted Room. Invigilators will be present in the Registration room from 11:00 A.M (Indian Standard Time) till last entry of the Candidates. They can be used on a rotational basis (as per the roaster) by changing duty every half an hour. Annexure-2 A Note for Invigilator

40. 4/27/2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Continue.. .. 40 At the Beginning of Examination On reaching the allotted room, ensure you have carried with you 26 Ball Point pens , White Paper Envelope, Attendance Sheet and Sealed Envelopes containing the Test Booklets (in sets of 12 candidates) for the allotted Room. The last entry to the Examination Room is allowed till 1:40 PM. (Indian Standard Time) ( 01.15 P.M (Indian Standard Time) to enter in the Examination Centre) 1:40 P.M . (Indian Standard Time) – Announce (May use verbatim) “Check and ensure that you are sitting on your allotted seats; and do not have any of the barred/prohibited items If you have any such item hand over immediately to the Invigilators. If you, the Candidates notice any other Candidate using any unfair means activity, please object and report immediately to the Invigilator(s) on duty Use only BLACK BALL POINT PEN provided at the Centre for “answering and filling up the particulars on the Test-Booklet, OMR Answer Sheet and Attendance Sheet.” The Test pattern of NEET (UG) - 2023 comprises four Subjects. Each subject will consist of two sections. Section A will consist of 35 Questions and Section B will have 15 Questions, out of these 15 Questions, candidates can choose to attempt any 10 Questions. So, the total number of questions and utilization of time will remain the same.

41. 4/27/2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 41 1:40 - 1:50 P.M . (Indian Standard Time) - Check the identity of candidates through Admit Cards, tally their signatures and the Photograph on the candidate’s Attendance Sheets with the signature and the photograph on their Admit Cards. Take signature of candidate at the appropriate place on the Admit Card in the presence of the Invigilators. Open the envelopes containing the sealed Test Booklets. 1:50 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) (single bell) – Each Invigilator to check the packet containing 24 Test Booklet within the Examination Room. Distribute one Test Booklet (covered in transparent plastic) to each student strictly as per the seating plan , with an instruction not to open the seal till 01.55 P.M .(Indian Standard Time). The Test Booklet should be distributed only after verification of genuineness of the candidate, matching the QP Medium written on adhesive sticker of Roll No. of candidate pasted on Table/Desk and Medium printed on Test Booklet and obtaining signature with time at the space provided in Attendance sheet against their names and candidate will also write their Mother’s name and paste his/her Photograph of the candidate on the Attendance Sheet . While handing over Test Booklet one Ball Point Pen may also be given to the candidate. Announce (May use verbatim) – “Tear open the transparent plastic cover and take out the sealed Test Booklet. Do not open the paper seal of the Test Booklet. Write Particulars on the Cover Page of Test Booklet and wait for double bell to open the paper seal”. 3. 1:55 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) (double bell) - Announce- (May use verbatim)  “Open the seal of the Test Booklet and take out the OMR Answer Sheet.  The OMR Answer Sheet consists of two copies, the ORIGINAL Copy and OFFICE Copy. Do not attempt to separate or displace them while recording information/answers.  The candidate is NOT allowed to carry ORIGINAL or OFFICE Copy of OMR Answer Sheet with him/her on conclusion of the examination.  Check carefully that the Number and Code printed on the Test Booklet is the same as the Number and Code printed on the OMR Answer Sheet. In case of any mismatch, immediately ask the Invigilator to replace both the Test Booklet and the OMR Answer Sheet.  Check immediately that the Test Booklet contains as many numbers of pages as printed on the top of the first page of the Test Booklet . Do not remove any page(s) of the Test-Booklet. If a candidate is found removing any page from the Test Booklet, it would be considered as Unfair Means and the candidate shall be prosecuted for criminal action.  Read carefully Instructions given on back side of the OMR Answer sheet (OFFICE Copy) before you start writing/marking on ORIGINAL Copy. Put your signatures with time on OMR Answer Sheet in the space provided for signatures at the time of starting the work only in presence of Invigilator.  You need to place your left through in the space provided at the bottom of the Original OMR in such a way that thumb impression is clear and does not go out of the space provided.  Do not fold the OMR Answer Sheet. Do not make any stray marks on it.  Do your Rough Work in the space provided in the Test Booklet only.  On completion of the test, hand over the OMR Answer Sheet (ORIGINAL Copy as well as OFFICE Copy) to the Invigilator and sign with time on the attendance sheet again. You can take away only the Test Booklet with you.  You can start writing on hearing the long bell. All the best for your examination!” 2:00 P.M . (Indian Standard Time) - Announce (May use verbatim) – “Your test starts now” Collect all unused sealed test booklets with plastic cover (Absentee cases), complete details on White Paper Envelope (size 10x12) and hand over them to the Centre Superintendent in examination Control Room, along with the Absentee statement for your room. Please ensure that all candidates sign twice with time in the Attendance Sheet – first at the time of receipt of Test Booklet and second, while handing over the OMR Answer Sheet (both ORIGINAL Copy and OFFICE) before leaving the examination room. The candidates are also required to write their Mother’s name. Tally mother’s name with the name in the LOC (List of Candidates) given to you.

42. 4/27/2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 42 Facilities for PwBD Candidate As per the Guidelines issued by the Department of Empowerment of Person with Disabilities ( Divyangjan ) under the Ministry of Social Justice of Empowerment issued from time to time on the subject: “Written Examination for Person with Benchmark Disabilities”, a candidate with one of the benchmark disabilities, holding a valid Disability certificate (as detailed in Information Bulletin), is entitled for following: Facility of Scribe, in case he/she has a physical limitation and a Scribe is essential to write the examination on his/her behalf, being so certified in the format by a CMO/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent of a Govt. Health care Institution. It is to be noted that the Scribe may be provided by the National Testing Agency (NTA), if requested in the online Application Form of NEET (UG) - 2023. Compensatory time of 1 hour 5 minutes will be provided for the examination of 3 hours 20 minutes (3:20 hours) duration, irrespective whether the candidate uses the facility of Scribe or not.

43. 4/27/2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 43 During the Examination Ensure that students have written particulars on test booklets and OMR Answer Sheets properly and put the facsimile stamp of the Centre Superintendent on Test Booklet of each student and Countersign OMR Answer Sheet. Take rounds. No Invigilator shall leave the Examination Room without making alternate arrangement, if needed. While videography, you may announce that each candidate must keep their face in upright position when videography is done. Ensure that no candidate leaves seat without permission. Keep an eye for any unusual activity like whispering, sitting idle, frequent washroom usage etc. Medical case, if any, arises, you may immediately contact Centre Superintendent for further necessary action. One of the Invigilators should accompany student till washroom. Ensure that only one candidate moves at a time. No washroom usage should be allowed after 4:30 P.M. This is for your own safety as you are responsible for collecting both the ORIGINAL Copy as well as OFFICE Copy of OMRs at the end of the examination. 5:05 P.M.-(Indian Standard Time) Close the doors/of the examination room. With an instruction only fifteen minutes left and to “ Stop Writing after hearing long bell”. 5:20 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) (Long bell ) – Say “Stop Writing”. Collect OMR Answer Sheets ( ORIGINAL Copy as well as OFFICE Copy) immediately. Take their signatures with time at the space provided for signature in the Attendance Sheet. Count and tally number of OMR Answer Sheets with number of candidates present. THEN YOU CAN ALLOW STUDENTS TO LEAVE THE ROOM.

44. 4/27/2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 44 After the Examination OMR Sheets should not be tagged/ stapled. Arrange OMR Answer Sheets in the order of Roll Number. Invigilator(s) need to fold the Answer Sheets OMR (ORIGINAL + OFFICE Copy) at perforation and then tear. Be extremely careful in this action so as to not damage the OMR. Original OMRs have to come as complete A4 Sheets and not divided into two under any circumstances. They must count the OMRs (ORIGINAL and OFFICE Copy) and then place them room wise inside the PINK Paper Envelope (ORIGINAL Copy of OMRs) and BLUE Paper Envelope (OFFICE Copy of OMRs) provided by NTA. Invigilator(s) to fill up required column given on Pink and Blue Paper Envelope. Invigilators shall carry PINK Paper Envelope (containing ORIGINAL Copy of OMRs) and BLUE Paper Envelope (containing OFFICE Copy of OMRs) from Room to Examination Control Room.

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46.   Use only Black Ball Point Pen provided at the Centre for writing and filling up the particulars on the Test-Booklet, Original Copy of the Answer Sheet and Attendance Sheet. Open the seal, only after the instruction on hearing the double bell After opening check carefully that the Test Booklet Code printed on the OMR Answer Sheet is the same as printed on Test Booklet. Check immediately that the Test Booklet bears the facsimile stamp of the Centre Superintendent and contains as many numbers pages as are written on top of the first page. Do not remove any page(s) of the Test-Booklet. If a candidate is found removing any page from the Test Booklet, he/she shall be prosecuted and will be liable for criminal action. Do not fold the Answer Sheet nor make any stray marks on it. Do not remove the Office Copy of the OMR Answer Sheet. Candidates are required to sign twice in the Attendance Sheet firstly at the time of receipt of the Test Booklet and secondly while handing over the OMR (Both Original and Office Copy) to the Invigilator before leaving the examination room. The candidate will sign on OMR Sheet in the space provided for Thumb Impression at the time of starting the work and at the back of the OMR Sheet while depositing the OMR Sheet. On completion of the test, candidates must hand over the OMR (Both Original and Office Copy) to the Invigilator and take away only the Test Booklet with them. Instructions to be given by the Invigilators to the Candidates about filling particulars and taking the test 46 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

47. BACK SIDE OF ORIGINAL COPY - BLANK PAGE Original OMR Answer Sheet OFFICE COPY 47 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

48. Instruction Page शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 48 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

49. Iron Box(es)/Parcels containing Test Booklets Packets should be opened by the Centre Superintendent in the confidential room, 45 minutes before the time fixed for the examination, i.e., at 01.15 P.M.(Indian Standard Time) on the 05 May 2024. The Centre Superintendent shall open the sealed Iron Box(es) and thereafter the sealed parcels & test booklet packets in the presence of Observer and at least two Invigilators and two candidates as witnesses (Appendix-5). The witnesses will carefully see : No mobile/camera be available in the control room Seals on the Iron Box(es) and cloth parcel and Test Booklet packets are intact S ealed parcels containing Test Booklet Packets should be arranged in serial order Each parcel contains as many test booklet packets Each Invigilator will get an envelope with 24 Booklets This packet of 24 booklets will be opened in the Examination Room 10 minutes before the examination In case, there is any unused packet/parcel which has not been distributed, it should also be sealed immediately by the Centre Superintendent in the presence of the Observer A list of the officials with their signature present in the room along with a certificate Opening of Iron Box(es) and Test Booklet Parcels in Control Room 49 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

50. Bell Timing Schedule on the Day of Examination 50 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Annexure – 3B

51. Appointment and Remuneration of Staff 51 CATEGORY OF STAFF NORMS ELIGIBILITY Centre Superintendent One Should be Principal of School/College Deputy Centre Superintendent (s) Upto 360 Candidates -One Should be Senior Vice-Principal/ Senior HeadMaster / Sr. PGTs of the School (Specific duties be assigned to Dy. Centre Supdt . if more than one) 361 to 720 - Two 721 to 1080 - Three 1081 and above - Four Invigilator(s) (100% Invigilators be called for Briefing/Meeting prior to the day of Examination) Two for every 24 candidates in the room. They may be seated in a way that it is in multiples of 24. There should be non-science teaching staff (other than Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology) of the School/College or from other recognized schools/ colleges. Note: In no case, any person from the coaching centre is deputed as an Invigilator or assigned any duty at the Centre. Administrative Staff / Clerk 01 for every 360 candidates Should be amongst the administrative staff of the School/College. Water Boy 01 for every 120 candidates Should be amongst the Class IV staff of the School/College Sweeper/Cleaning Staff 02 for every 360 candidates (Minimum Two -01 Male and 01 Female) Should be amongst the cleaning staff of the School/College. Watchman/Guards 02 for every 360 candidates (Minimum Two-01 Male and 01 Female) Should be from among the Watchman/Guards of the School/College   Videographer Upto 360 Candidates - One Beyond 360 – Two https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Refer to Chapter 3 Page No. 21 in the Guidelines

52. 52 Remuneration payable to the staff engaged in the conduct of NEET(UG) – 2024 Category Remuneration and Conveyance Payable Centre Superintendent ₹ 2500/- per day + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance per day (Total admissible ₹ 7000/- for two days only) Deputy Centre Superintendent ₹ 1500/- per day + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance per day (Total admissible ₹ 5000/- for two days only) Room Invigilator(s) (100% Invigilators must be called for Briefing/Meeting prior to the day of Examination) ₹ 2200/-Fixed to those attending Briefing/ Meeting prior to the day of Examination and attending on the day of Examination Administrative Staff/Clerk ₹ 700/- per day + ₹ 300/- Fixed Conveyance per day (Total admissible ₹ 2000/- for two days only) Supporting Staff-Sweeper/Cleaning Staff / Watchman / Guard / Water Boy / Peon ₹ 500/- + ₹ 200/- Fixed Conveyance for the day of Examination (Total admissible ₹ 700/- for the day of Examination only) Videographer ₹ 4000/- per Videographer inclusive of Pen Drive/Storage Device Card Passport Size Photograph – ₹ 30/- for each Photograph Others Contingent Charges are inclusive of maintenance of furniture, Facsimile Signature stamps, etc. ₹ 15/- per candidate fixed Infrastructure cost to the organization ₹ 25/- per candidate fixed   Postal Charges ₹ 100/- fixed Refreshment Charges ₹ 100/- per staff engaged for the day of the Examination + Briefing meeting Purchase of wall clocks Scissors/Cutter and a small torch (as many as required) ₹ 5/- per candidate fixed Conveyance for Collection of Confidential Material from Custodian and transportation to the Centre ₹ 1000/- fixed Conveyance for delivery of OMR Sheets and other material after the conclusion of examination from the Centre to the City Coordinator. ₹ 1000/- fixed https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

53. 53 Remuneration payable to the Observers for the conduct of NEET(UG) - 2024 Category Remuneration and Conveyance Payable Observer ₹ 2000/- + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance for a day prior to the day of Examination ₹ 4000/- + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance for a day for the day of Examination (Total admissible Rs 8000/- for two days only) 10% TDS applicable on Remuneration. Deputy/Independent Observer ₹ 2000/- + ₹ 1000/- Fixed Conveyance for a day prior to the day of Examination ₹ 2000/- + ₹1000/- Fixed Conveyance for a day for the day of Examination 10% TDS applicable on Remuneration. Engagement of Staff and Remuneration payable to the City Coordinator for the conduct of NEET(UG)- 2024: Category Remuneration and Conveyance Payable City Coordinator Remuneration ₹ 20000/- fixed for three days for the Examination Conveyance ₹ 3500/- fixed for three days for the Examination (Total admissible ₹ 23500/- for three days only) 10% TDS applicable on Remuneration. Administrative Staff/Clerk One ₹ 700/- per day + ₹300/- Fixed Conveyance per day (Total admissible Rs 2000/- for two days only) Supporting Staff- Sweeper / Cleaning Staff One ₹ 500/- + ₹200/- Fixed Conveyance for two days (Total admissible Rs 1400/- only) Waterman/Peon One ₹ 500/- + ₹200/- Fixed Conveyance for two days (Total admissible Rs 1400/- only) Watchman/ Guards One ₹ 500/- + ₹200/- fixed conveyance for the day of Examination (Total admissible ₹ 700/- for the day of Examination only) Refreshments for staff* ₹ 100/- per staff engaged in the examination per day for a maximum of two days Note: In case the City Coordinator is from an Examination Centre, the City Coordinator shall appoint a Centre Superintendent for that Centre who shall be among the Senior Staff of the School / Centre. (e ) Remuneration payable to the Observers for the conduct of NEET(UG) - 2024: Category Remuneration and Conveyance Payable Flying Squad / NTA Representative ₹ 4000/- per day (subject to TDS) for duty day + Fixed Local Conveyance - ₹ 1000/- per day for duty day 10% TDS applicable on Remuneration. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

54. NTA Admin Dashboard ( For City Coordinators and Observers) 54 *Logging into www.nta.ac.in/Testadmin/landing https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

55. LIST OF APPENDICES 55 APPENDICES: Appendix-1 : Seating Plan (Separate For Each Room) Appendix-2 : Attendance Sheet Appendix-3 : Absentee Proforma Appendix-4A : Receipt of sealed Iron Box (es) containing sealed Test Booklet parcels by Centre Superintendent Appendix-4B :Receipt of sealed envelopes of Keys by Centre Superintendent and NTA Observer(s) Appendix-5 :Certificate for opening of sealed Iron Box (es) containing Test Booklet parcels Appendix-6 : Certificate of packing of Unused Test Booklets Appendix-7: Certificate of room wise receipt and packing of OMR Answer Sheets in examination Control Room by Invigilator Appendix-8 : Certificate of packing of OMR Answer Sheets in fabric bag(s) in examination Control Room by Centre Superintendent Appendix-9: No Relation Certificate Appendix-10: Certificate of material packed after conclusion of the examination Appendix-11: Details of Impersonation/ Unfair means cases, if any Appendix-12 : Certificate on conduct of examination, procedure of Videography, Live streaming of CCTV display and installation & effectiveness of Jammers Appendix-13A : Feedback Proforma for the Centre Superintendent Appendix-13B : Feedback Proforma for NTA Observer(s) Appendix-14 : Adherence to Frisking/Biometric norms and care of sensitivity issues) Appendix-15A : Final Bill Appendix-15B: Remuneration Bill Form For Local Observer Appendix-15C: Remuneration Bill Form for Outstation Observer Appendix-16: Receipt of sealed material packed at Collection Centre after conclusion of the Examination Appendix-17 : Summary of receipt of sealed material at Collection Centre https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

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70. LIST OF ANNEXURES 70 ANNEXURES:) A nnexure-1 : Centre Material Kit Annexure-2: A Note for Invigilators Annexure-3A : Important Information at a Glance Annexure-3B: Bell Timing Schedule on the day of Examination Annexure-4:Cover/Last Page of Test Booklets Annexure-5: Frequently Asked Questions (Annexure 1, 3B, 4 and 5 already given) https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

71. Annexure-1: Centre Material Kit NTA will furnish the following material to each Centre for the examination. https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 71

72. Packing of Confidential Material NOTE : On each packet, the parcel Centre Number must be indicated. All documents must be signed by the Centre Superintendent. The above material is handed over to the City Coordinator at the collection Centre either by the Centre Superintendent himself or by deputing his Authorized Representative. The complete material should be brought to the collection Centre jointly by the Centre Superintendent and the Observer. Parcels of unused Test Booklets and empty envelopes/cloth parcels of used Test Booklets be sealed by the Centre Superintendent and Kept in Iron Box(es). Iron Box(es) be locked and sealed by the Centre Superintendent. The Centre Superintendent will send it to the City Coordinator who will then forward it to NTA. 72 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

73. Pink fabric bag(s), Blue fabric bag(s) and other material should be packed and sealed properly and delivered to the City Coordinator following the process mentioned under 73 Sl. No. Enclosures   Parcel-1 (Pink Fabric Bags)   Packet-1: Pink Colour Fabric Bag Parcel(s) containing: Pink Colour Tamper Evident Envelopes of OMR Answer Sheets OMR Answer Sheets (ORIGINAL Copy)   24 room wise Duly checked, serialized and counted OMR (Original copy) be put in a small pink paper envelope of size 10x12 inches supplied by the NTA in Serial order (Roll No. 0000001- 24 and so on for each room). Upto Six (06) Tamper Evident Envelopes (of PINK Colour ) containing OMR Answer Sheets (ORIGINAL Copy) should be placed between two pulp boards and then tied with strong thread in such a manner that the edges of envelopes are not damaged by the thread. This should be placed in a Fabric Bag of size 16x18 inches of PINK colour and sealed. i.e. 10 X 24 Packets in Tamper Evident Envelope (240 OMR Answer Sheets) Similarly, another Six (06) Tamper Evident Envelopes of PINK Colour and so on. Centre No. and fabric bag numbers 1, 2, 3 must be written depending on the number of fabric bags for the Centre. Note : Please fill all details on top of the envelopes. No of Envelope(s) _______ Yellow Colour Paper Envelopes of OMR Answer Sheet (s)   OMR Answer Sheets (ORIGINAL as well as OFFICE Copy) along with confiscated material of Impersonation/Unfair means case(s), if any The OMR Answer Sheet(s) (ORIGINAL and OFFICE Copy) of Unfair means cases(s) and the Examination materials confiscated from these candidates to be packed and sealed in this YELLOW Paper Envelope (size 10x12) inches supplied by the NTA. The sealed YELLOW Paper Envelope to be packed in PINK Fabric Bag. Roll Nos. and Name of the candidates reported to be Impersonating/using Unfairmeans to be mentioned in Appendix-11 duly authenticated by the concerned Invigilator(s), Centre Superintendent, Deputy Centre Superintendent and the Observer(s). Note :Please fill all details on top of the envelopes. No of Envelope(s) ______ https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

74. Parcel-2 (Blue Fabric Bags) Packet-2 Blue Colour Fabric Bag containing: Blue Colour Tamper Evident Envelopes of OMR Answer Sheets OMR Answer Sheets (OFFICE Copy) 24 room wise Duly checked, serialized and counted Office copies of OMR sheets is to be packed in small blue paper envelopes of size 10x12 inches supplied by NTA. In Serial order (Roll No. 0000001-24 and so on for each room). Upto Six (06) Tamper Evident Envelopes (of BLUE Colour ) containing OMR Answer Sheets (OFFICE Copy) should be placed between two pulp boards and then tied with strong thread in such a manner that the edges of envelopes are not damaged by the thread. This should be placed in a Fabric Bag of size 16x18 inches of BLUE colour and sealed. i.e. 10 X 24 Packets in Tamper Evident Envelope (240 OMR Answer Sheets-OFFICE COPY) Similarly, another Six (06) Tamper Evident Envelopes of BLUE Colour and so on. Centre No. and fabric bag numbers 1, 2, 3 must be written depending on the number of fabric bags for the Centre. Note: Please fill all details on top of the envelopes. No of Envelope(s) ______ 74 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

75. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 75   Parcel-3 (Green Fabric Bag)       Packet-3 : Green Colour Paper Envelope (12x16) inches containing: Packet-3 : Green Colour Paper Envelope (12x16) inches containing: Attendance Sheets   Refer to Appendix-2 No of Sheet(s)_____ Absentee Proforma Refer to Appendix-3 No of Sheet(s)_____   Packet-4: Green Colour Paper Envelope (10x12) inches containing: Seating Plan (Separate for each Room) Refer to Appendix-1 No of Sheets______ Receipt of Sealed Iron Box(es) and Test Booklet Parcels by Centre Superintendent Refer to Appendix-4A Yes/No Receipt of Envelopes of Keys by NTA Observer(s) and Centre Superintendent Refer to Appendix-4B Yes/No Certificate for Opening of Sealed Iron Box( es ), Test Booklet Parcels Refer to Appendix-5 Yes/No Certificate of Packing of Unused Test Booklets Refer to Appendix-6 Yes/No Certificate of Room wise receipt and Packing of OMR Answer Sheets ORIGINAL Copy in Pink Paper Envelope and Pink Tamper Evident Envelope OFFICE Copy in Blue paper Envelope and BLUE Tamper Evident Envelope Refer to Appendix-7 Yes/No Certificate of Packing of OMR Answer Sheets (ORIGINAL Copy) in Pink Fabric Bag and (OFFICE Copy) in Blue Fabric Bag Refer to Appendix-8 Yes/No No Relation Certificate Refer to Appendix-9 Yes/No Certificate of Material Packed after completion of the Examination Refer to Appendix-10 Yes/No Certificate and Details of Impersonation/ Unfairmeans Cases, if any Refer to Appendix-11 Yes/No https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

76. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 76 Parcel-3 (Green Fabric Bag)   Certificate of conduct of Examination, Procedure of Videography, Live streaming of CCTV display and Installation & Effectiveness of Jammers Refer to Appendix-12 Yes/No Format of Report by the Centre Superintendent Format of Report by the NTA Observer Refer to Appendix-13 Yes/No Yes/No Certificate about Frisking/Biometric and Gender Sensitivity Refer to Appendix-14 Yes/No Final Bill Refer to Appendix-15A Yes/No Renumeration Bill Form for Local Observers Refer to Appendix-15B Yes/No Renumeration Bill Form for Outstation Observers Refer to Appendix-15C Yes/No Receipt of sealed material packed at Collection Centre after the conclusion of the Examination Refer to Appendix-16 Yes/No Summary of receipt of sealed material at Collection Centre Refer to Appendix-17 Yes/No No of Digital locks handed over to City Coordinator No of Digital Locks____ No of Digital locks Kept by Centre Superintendent No of Digital Locks____ No of pad locks handed over to City Coordinator No of Pad Locks_____ No pad locks kept by Centre Superintendent No of Pad Locks_____ Sample Impression of Seal Used in packing Yes/No Pen Drive/Storage Device containing Data of Videography packed Yes/No No of Iron Box(es) handed over to City Coordinator No of Box(es)____ No of Iron Box(es) kept by the Centre Superintendent No of Box(es)____ https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

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78. Material to be Packed, Sealed, and Delivered to the NTA 78 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ Important Points (refer to guidelines page no 112-113)

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82. Unfair Means Practices and Breach of Examination Rules In case of impersonation, the Centre Superintendent should send to the NTA the statement of the person found to be impersonating, the Invigilator(s), and that of the real candidate, if possible. The Centre Superintendent must invariably call the police and hand over the person who is impersonating to the police and file an F.I.R. 82 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

83. Service Providers appointed by NTA Arrangements for the handling of confidential material, including receiving question paper in Iron Boxes/ Cartons from the Custodian and ensure their safe transportation to the Centre. Frisking/biometric agency CCTV agency Guards outside the gate Jammers Courier service Flying squad and AWPO Videographer 83 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

84. In case of Emergency, you may contact the following NTA Officials: 84 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

85. Important Websites: शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 85

86. शनिवार, 27 अप्रैल 2024 https://nta.ac.in/, https://neet.nta.nic.in/ 86 The queries of pending bills before Oct 2023 are only to be submitted here. Submit separate response for each examination please. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1YG9eBABYV7NBf3VfHXkhmF9pFb276vXmZD3OwYPih1M/viewform?chromeless=1&edit_requested=true For NEET (UG)- 2024 Examination The CS will be sent the advance from NTA. All bills have to be submitted to the address given below : Director Finance, National Testing Agency, First Floor, NSIC -  MDBP Building , Okhla, New Delhi 110020, India. The CC and the observers will be sent the link, and they have to provide all the details. The money will be transferred online. Financial Links for payments

87. 87 जय हिन्द Thank You LET US MAKE NEET (UG)- 2024 A NEAT ENGAGEMENT