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26 February 2026
The NEET-UG 2026 exam will be conducted on 3rd May 2026. Candidates appearing for NEET-UG 2026 must be aware of all essential details. Refer to the table below for more
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 |
| Exam Date | 3rd May 2026 |
| Level | National-level |
| Conducted By | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Frequency | Once a Year |
| Mode | Offline (Pen-Paper) |
| Medium of Paper | 13 Languages: English, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Assamese, Gujarati, Marathi, Odia, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, Punjabi, and Telugu |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours 20 Minutes (200 minutes) |
| Total Questions | 200 MCQs (Candidates have to attempt 180) |
| Marking Scheme | • Correct Answer: +4 Marks • Incorrect Answer: -1 Mark |
The authority has officially released the schedule for the NEET UG 2026. Candidates may refer to the schedule mentioned below:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Application Form Release and Exam Date Announcement | 8th February 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Application Form Last Date | 8th March 2026 (up to 9:00 PM) |
| NEET UG 2026 Application Correction Window | 10th March 2026 – 12th March 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 City Intimation Slip | To be announced |
| NEET UG 2026 Admit Card | To be announced |
| NEET UG 2026 Exam | May 3rd, 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key | To be announced |
| NEET UG 2026 Final Answer Key | To be announced |
| NEET UG 2026 Result | To be announced |
*[Last updated on 09-02-2026]
Before applying for NEET UG 2026, candidates must ensure they meet the following eligibility criteria. Only applications meeting these requirements will be considered valid.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Indian Nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, or Foreign Nationals |
| Class 12th Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English (Must pass individually) |
| Class 12th Minimum Marks (PCB Aggregate) |
• General/EWS: At least 50% • General-PwD: At least 45% • Reserved (SC/ST/OBC): At least 40% |
| Minimum Age | 17 years (Born on or before December 31, 2009) |
| Upper Age Limit | No Upper Age Limit |
| Attempt Limit | No restriction on the number of attempts |
Candidates must frequently check the NEET UG 2026 official website for the registration portal. Once the registration portal opens, the candidates are advised to follow the steps given below to submit their registration form successfully:
The authority has not commenced the NEET UG 2026 registration. Candidates are advised to collect the following documents in advance to avoid last-minute hassle:
| Documents (To be Uploaded) | Format | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Passport-Size Photograph | JPG/JPEG | 10 KB – 200 KB |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 10 KB – 50 KB |
| Left & Right Hand Fingers and Thumb Impression | JPG/JPEG | 10 KB – 200 KB |
| PwD/PwBD Certificate | 50 KB – 300 KB | |
| Citizen/Embassy Certificate | 50 KB – 300 KB |
Others’ Required Documents:
After completing the registration form, candidates are required to pay the NEET UG 2026 registration fee. The fee structure is categorized by the authority as follows:
| Category | Registration Fees |
|---|---|
| General | INR 1700 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | INR 1600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | INR 1000 |
| NRI / OCI / PIO / Foreign Nationals | INR 9500 |
*Processing charges and GST are to be paid by the candidate, as applicable. [Last updated on 05-02-2026]
The authority has issued the NEET-UG 2026 reservation policy for candidates belonging to reserved categories. The percentage of seats reserved for each category is as follows:
| Category | Percentage of Seats Reserved |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 27% |
| EWS | 10% |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| PwD (Persons with Disability) | 5% Horizontal Reservation |
*Reservation applies to All India Quota (AIQ) seats and Central Universities. [Last updated on 05-02-2026]
The National Testing Agency will release the NEET-UG 2026 Admit Card most likely in April 2026. Candidates can download their admit card using their login credentials.
How to Access the NEET UG 2026 Admit Card?
Once the authority releases the admit card on the official website, the candidate is required to follow the steps mentioned below to easily access their NEET UG 2026 Admit Card:
Details Mentioned On the NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
While downloading the NEET UG 2026 Admit Card, the candidates are advised to check the details mentioned on it. In case of any discrepancy, the candidate must immediately report to the authority for rectification.
The list of details that need to be checked is as follows:
Candidates appearing for NEET UG 2026 should be thoroughly familiar with the exam syllabus. The official syllabus is categorized into three main subjects as follows:
| Subjects | Topics |
|---|---|
| Physics |
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| Chemistry |
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| Biology |
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Detailed Syllabus PDF: Download NEET-UG 2026 Syllabus PDF
*[Last updated on 05-02-2026]
Candidates preparing for NEET-UG 2026 must be familiar with the prescribed exam pattern and marking scheme. The exam consists of 180 MCQs with a total weightage of 720 marks.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
Correct Answer: +4 Incorrect Answer: -1 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 | |
| Biology (Botany & Zoology) | 90 | 360 | |
| Total | 180 | 720 | — |
*Total Duration: 3 Hours 20 Minutes (200 minutes). [Last updated on 05-02-2026]
The authority will conduct the NEET-UG 2026 exam in 13 different languages. Candidates can choose their preferred medium from the following:
| Medium of NEET-UG 2026 Question Paper | ||
|---|---|---|
| English | Hindi | Assamese |
| Bengali | Gujarati | Kannada |
| Malayalam | Marathi | Odia |
| Punjabi | Tamil | Telugu |
| Urdu | ||
After the NEET-UG 2026 results are declared, the next step in the admission process is to participate in the counselling rounds. Through the counselling process, qualified candidates will be allotted MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH seats across India. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts the NEET-UG 2026 Counselling.
Candidates need to follow these steps to complete their counselling process successfully:
Parents and candidates should be aware of the registration and security deposit fees for different seat types:
| Type of Seat | Registration Fee (Expected) | Security Deposit (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| AIQ Govt. Seats / Central Uni. | ~ INR 1,000 | ~ INR 10,000 |
| Deemed Universities | ~ INR 5,000 | ~ INR 2,00,000 |
*Note: Security deposits are refundable if no seat is allotted or if the student joins the allotted college.
*[Last updated on 09-02-2026]
NEET-UG 2026 is conducted by?
NEET-UG is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) once a year.
When will registration for NEET-UG 2026 commence?
NTA will most likely commence NEET-UG 2026 registration on February 7, 2026. Candidates can register on the official website at neet.nta.nic.in.
What is the exam date of NEET-UG 2026?
NTA has not officially announced the date of the NEET-UG 2026 exam. Based on previous years, the exam is expected to be on May 3, 2026.
How many questions are there in NEET-UG 2026?
There will be 180 multiple-choice questions. The marking scheme is: each correct answer = +4 marks; each incorrect answer = -1 mark.
NEET UG 2026 is a crucial gateway for students aspiring to pursue MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other undergraduate medical courses in India. With the National Testing Agency (NTA) having released the official notification, application dates, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and counselling framework, candidates should now focus on timely registration and structured preparation.
Staying up to date with official announcements, keeping documents ready, and understanding the counselling rules can help avoid last-minute issues. With proper planning, consistent revision, and awareness of the admission process, aspirants can confidently navigate NEET-UG 2026 and move one step closer to their medical career goals.
| State | No. of Colleges | MBBS Seats |
| Andaman Nicobar Islands | 1 | 114 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 39 | 7215 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 1 | 100 |
| Assam | 16 | 1975 |
| Bihar | 25 | 3545 |
| Chandigarh | 1 | 150 |
| Chattisgarh | 16 | 2455 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli | 1 | 177 |
| Delhi | 11 | 1396 |
| Goa | 1 | 200 |
| Gujarat | 43 | 7525 |
| Haryana | 17 | 2710 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 8 | 970 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 13 | 1725 |
| Jharkhand | 10 | 1255 |
| Karnataka | 72 | 13944 |
| Kerala | 36 | 5404 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 35 | 5725 |
| Maharashtra | 85 | 12824 |
| Manipur | 4 | 525 |
| Meghalaya | 3 | 200 |
| Mizoram | 1 | 100 |
| Nagaland | 1 | 100 |
| Orissa | 21 | 3025 |
| Pondicherry | 9 | 1873 |
| Punjab | 13 | 1899 |
| Rajasthan | 49 | 7330 |
| Sikkim | 1 | 150 |
| Tamil Nadu | 78 | 13050 |
| Telangana | 66 | 9540 |
| Tripura | 3 | 400 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 88 | 13425 |
| Uttarakhand | 10 | 1450 |
| West Bengal | 41 | 6399 |
