Earlier, NEET was not required for BPT admission in Maharashtra. Most colleges used MHT CET or Class 12 marks instead. But from 2026, NEET UG may become compulsory for BPT admission across India.
What should I do if I get a low score in NEET mock test or after solving previous years' NEET question papers?
The first thing to do if students perform badly on NEET mock tests or question papers is to figure out what their weak points are and attempt to strengthen them. Once the weak areas have been identified, students should seek assistance from their lecturers to understand how to strengthen these areas

Sometimes due to lack of conceptual understanding, or silly mistakes students tend to choose the wrong option as answer which results in the low scores. Students who get low score in NEET mock tests or question papers should identify the problem or weak areas and work on them for improvement.
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Possibly yes, if your college accepts the separate MH B.Sc Nursing CET exam. Not every student needs to clear NEET to get a nursing seat in Maharashtra. Some private institutes rely purely on this state-level test. So a weak NEET score doesn't automatically close the door on nursing.
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