NEET UG 2026 :- The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the public notice for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test [NEET (UG)] 2026. This uniform entrance exam is mandatory for students seeking admission to undergraduate medical courses (MBBS), BDS, B.Sc. Nursing, and AYUSH courses (BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS) across all medical institutions in India.
NEET UG 2026 Key Highlights
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Official Website | https://neet.nta.nic.in/ |
| Purpose | Admission to MBBS, BDS, BVSc & AH, B.Sc. Nursing, AYUSH courses (BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS) across India |
| Exam Mode | Pen-and-Paper (OMR-based) |
| Languages | 13 (including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, and others) |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Total Marks | 720 |
| Notification Release | February 8, 2026 |
NEET UG 2026 Application Fee Structure
Fees vary by category and exam center location. Additional processing charges and GST apply as per payment gateway.
| Category | Fee for Centres in India | Fee for Centres Outside India |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1700 | ₹9500 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL* | ₹1600 | ₹9500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender | ₹1000 | ₹9500 |
*OBC-NCL candidates must refer to the Central List on ncbc.nic.in.
Important Dates for NEET UG 2026
Mark these deadlines to avoid missing out:
- Online Application Submission Starts: February 8, 2026
- Last Date to Submit Application: March 8, 2026 (up to 09:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: March 8, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
- Correction Window: March 10, 2026 to March 12, 2026
- Exam Date: May 3, 2026 (Sunday)
- Exam Timing: 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM IST (Duration: 3 hours)
- City Intimation Slip & Admit Card Download: To be announced later on the official website
How to Apply for NEET UG 2026
Applications are accepted only online through the official website. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official NTA NEET website: https://neet.nta.nic.in/
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number (preferably yours or your parents’).
- Fill in personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload required documents: Recent passport-sized photograph, scanned signature, and address proof (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for reference.
Note: Submit only one application per candidate. Multiple forms will lead to rejection.
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What is NEET UG 2026?
NEET (UG) stands for National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (Undergraduate). It serves as the single, uniform entrance exam for admission to all undergraduate medical programs in government and private institutions in India. Conducted by NTA, the exam ensures fair and transparent selection based on merit.
The test will be held in pen-and-paper mode in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, and others, making it accessible to students from diverse regions like Assam.
