NEET Score Analysis: 520 in 2017 and Expected State Rank in West Bengal
Understanding the NEET Score Distribution
The NEET score distribution is notoriously unpredictable each year. Due to the erratic nature of the results, it's difficult to estimate a specific rank. However, based on data from various sources and the 2017 trends, we can provide some insights into your prospects if you scored 520 on the NEET 2017.
Aakash Institute Data
A recent report from the Aakash Institutes reveals that 186 students from their learning centers in West Bengal made it into the top 10,000 ranks. They estimate that around 210-220 students from West Bengal (WB) secured a top 10,000 All India Rank (Air). On this basis, with a score of 520, your rank would likely be around 19,000. Based on this prediction, you should aim for state quota colleges such as NRS or RG KAR Medical College during the first counseling session. There is a possibility of securing a spot at MCK Vidyasagar Medical College, but the competition from top-performing students might be intense.
Considering the Total Number of High Scorers
According to official data, there are only 550 students from West Bengal among the top 10,000 rankers. This suggests that there are around 230-250 students who achieved this significant score. Factoring in potential extra students from other institutes, your rank within the WB quota could easily be above 400.
Following this logic, Raunak Ghosh, an expert in NEET rankings, suggested a tentative rank range of 600-700 for Bengali candidates in 2017. This lower range is attributed to the fact that Bengali-medium students did not perform as well as expected.
Conclusion and Advice
No exact predictions can be made due to the unpredictability of the NEET results. Your score of 520 is considered good, and given the relatively lower competitive environment in West Bengal, you can expect a rank that would secure admission to a government medical college. It is advisable to prioritize Kolkata-based medical colleges as your first preference during registration for the All India Quota (AIQ) counseling, as this process concludes well before the state-level counseling. Stay positive and focused, and congratulations on your achievements so far!
Best of Luck!