Best City for NEET: Where to Study, Live, and Crack the Exam

When it comes to preparing for the NEET, National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, the single largest medical entrance exam in India that determines admission to MBBS and BDS programs. Also known as AIPMT, it's not just about how hard you study—it's about where you study. The right city can give you access to better coaching, peer pressure that pushes you forward, affordable housing, and a quiet space to focus—all things that turn good scores into top ranks.

Coaching hubs like Delhi, India’s largest NEET coaching center cluster, home to institutes like Aakash, Allen, and Motion, with high-density peer networks and frequent mock tests and Hyderabad, a rising star for NEET prep, known for affordable living, strong faculty, and a culture of disciplined study habits dominate the conversation. But it’s not just about big names. Cities like Kota, famous for its JEE-focused ecosystem but increasingly popular for NEET due to its structured, exam-driven culture and Chennai, where Tamil Nadu’s high academic standards and low distractions create a quiet but intense prep environment also produce top performers. What these places share isn’t fancy buildings—it’s consistency, access to past papers, experienced mentors, and a community where everyone is chasing the same goal.

It’s easy to think the best city is the one with the most ads on YouTube. But real data from NEET toppers shows that success comes from environment, not just coaching. A quiet room in Lucknow beats a noisy hostel in Delhi if you can focus. A small town with a great local teacher beats a big city with a famous name if the teaching clicks. The best city for NEET isn’t a place on a map—it’s the place where you can sleep well, study daily, and feel supported without burning out. That’s why you’ll find posts here on how to pick your study rhythm, what coaching myths to ignore, and how to make the most of your time no matter where you are. Below, you’ll see real advice from students who cracked NEET—not from the biggest cities, but from the ones that worked for them.