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Time of India
17-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
JEE vs NEET: What students need to know before choosing
For students finishing Class 10 or entering senior secondary school, one of the biggest career decisions often arrives before the Class 12 board exams are even on the radar. Should you prepare for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) or the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)? Engineering or medicine? In 2025, this question remains as relevant as ever. Both national-level entrance exams are considered among the most competitive in India, and each opens the door to highly respected career tracks. But the choice between the two is not merely about exam difficulty or college reputation. It involves understanding long-term career fit, academic interests, and day-to-day work realities. Here's a comparative view to help students and families make informed decisions. Understanding JEE and NEET: Scope and structure JEE is the national-level entrance test for admission into undergraduate engineering programs like Bachelor of Technology (BTech) or Bachelor of Engineering (BE). It is conducted in two phases: JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Qualifying in JEE Advanced is required for admission into the Indian Institutes of Technology, while JEE Main is accepted by the National Institutes of Technology, Indian Institutes of Information Technology, and many private colleges. NEET is the common entrance test for undergraduate medical programs such as Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc), and Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS). NEET scores are mandatory for government and private medical colleges across the country. Subjects and syllabus JEE Main and Advanced: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics NEET: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology While both exams require strong conceptual understanding in science, the focus differs. NEET requires detailed memorisation and application in Biology, whereas JEE places greater emphasis on mathematical reasoning and abstract problem-solving. Students must assess their comfort with numerical versus theoretical learning early on. A student who enjoys logic puzzles and calculations may gravitate more toward JEE, while someone with an affinity for biology and life sciences may find NEET a better fit. Exam pattern and difficulty level JEE Main includes 90 questions across three subjects, with a mix of single and multiple-choice formats. Whereas, NEET has 200 questions (180 to be answered), mostly multiple choice, with more weight on memory-based understanding. In terms of difficulty, JEE Advanced is widely regarded as the more conceptually challenging exam, especially because of its mathematical rigor and the unpredictability of its paper structure. However, NEET is considered tougher in terms of competition due to the high number of applicants fighting for a relatively smaller number of government MBBS seats. In 2025, over 22 lakh candidates appeared for NEET Undergraduate, while JEE Main saw over 11 lakh candidates. The selection ratio, especially for MBBS seats in government colleges, remains significantly lower than engineering admissions. Course duration and career commitment An engineering degree through JEE usually spans four years, after which students can enter the workforce or pursue a master's degree, such as Master of Technology or Master of Business Administration. A medical career, on the other hand, requires a longer academic and training pathway. MBBS takes 5.5 years including the mandatory internship, followed by postgraduate specialisation, which is increasingly becoming essential for career progression. Students must consider their willingness to commit to prolonged academic timelines. Medicine demands long-term dedication, often extending into a decade of study and residency. Engineering offers more flexibility and a quicker path to employment. Lifestyle and work realities Choosing between JEE and NEET also means choosing between two different professional lives. Engineers work across sectors — from software and infrastructure to robotics and energy. Work environments vary between desk jobs, labs, and field roles, often with project-based timelines. Meanwhile, doctors work in clinical settings, hospitals, and public health systems. The profession demands irregular hours, high emotional resilience, and a lifelong engagement with human well-being. It is important that students visualise the day-to-day of both careers, not just the academic entry points. Which one should you choose? There is no definitive answer, and there should not be one. The right path is the one that aligns with your academic strengths (numerical versus theoretical), and your interest areas (technology versus life sciences). Whether it is JEE or NEET, success in either is not only about securing a seat but understanding what the seat leads to. Students and parents must invest time in career exploration, shadowing professionals, and honest self-assessment before committing to an exam path. In an era where education is becoming more modular and careers are evolving faster than syllabi, the smartest decision is one that considers both aptitude and aspiration. TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here . Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
New Indian Express
17-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Treat Balasore tragedy as a Nirbhaya moment to make education safer
A sexually-harassed 20-year-old driven to immolate herself on her college campus is not just one shocking tragedy—it's a damning indictment of the country's educational system, where the supposed protector often turns predator. Look at the larger canvas beyond Balasore, and you will find such abominable acts happening at some of the nation's elite institutes, too. According to the government's submission in parliament, between 2019 and 2023, top-tier institutions such as IIMs, IITs, central universities and National Institutes of Technology reported 666 cases of sexual harassment lodged by students, faculty and non-faculty members. These are only the cases reported to the Union government; as the Odisha example shows, not all institutes submit such annual reports. And all this happened despite the existence of stringent laws against sexual harassment at workplace and the University Grants Commission's well-laid norms. The National Education Policy of 2020, too, makes a strong pitch for enforcing all anti-harassment rules. However, the rampant nature of such crimes across the country is a telling commentary on how ineffectively educational institutions and governments have acted on this front. In 2024, the Delhi High Court underlined the disgusting nature of the beast—the abuse of power by a teacher—in the case of a professor who was forced to retire after sexual harassment charges.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
JEE Main 2025: NTA declares withheld results for 23 candidates, direct link to access scorecards here
The ( ) has released the Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main 2025) results for 23 candidates whose results were previously withheld due to identity verification issues. These candidates can now access their scorecards for the BE/BTech (Paper 1) through the official website, Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The agency confirmed that discrepancies in photographs, biometric details, and other personal information delayed the declaration. However, the results have been published after verifying documents submitted by these candidates and completing all necessary verification procedures. Candidates can now log in using their application number, password, and captcha to download their JEE Main 2025 scorecard. Candidates can read the complete notice . JEE Main 2025 withheld results declared: How to check Candidates whose results were withheld and later released can follow these steps to check their scorecard: Step 1. Visit the official JEE Main website at Step 2. Click on the link for 'JEE Main 2025 Result – Session 2 (Paper 1)'. Step 3. Log in using your application number, password, and security pin. Step 4. The scorecard will appear on the screen. Step 5. Download and print the scorecard for further use. Alternatively, candidates can check their results . JEE Main 2025 withheld results: Why was this step taken? According to NTA, some candidates who failed to submit valid documents have been served show-cause notices. Their results remain withheld, and appropriate action will be initiated against them. The agency reiterated that strict measures are in place to prevent malpractices during national-level entrance exams. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Earlier, the NTA had withheld results of: 39 candidates in Session 1 for using unfair means. 110 candidates in Session 2 for document forgery and other violations. 23 candidates due to biometric or photo-related discrepancies (now resolved for compliant candidates). Candidates who were asked to submit attested photographs and supporting identification proofs were provided a deadline. Those who complied within the stipulated timeframe have had their results declared now. JEE Main 2025 withheld results released: What's next? Eligible candidates can now use their JEE Main scores to apply for admissions to engineering institutes such as National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Admission through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) will soon begin, and these candidates will now be able to participate fully in the counselling process.
