NEET UG 2026 Exam Scheduled for May 3: Online Registration Opens February 8

New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the schedule for NEET UG 2026, the national entrance examination for undergraduate medical admissions in India. The exam will be conducted on May 3, 2026 (Sunday) in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in offline mode.

The online registration process will begin on February 8, 2026, and candidates will be able to submit their applications until March 8, 2026. A short correction window is expected to be available in mid-March for applicants who need to make permitted changes in their submitted forms.

NEET UG 2026: Key Highlights

  • Exam Date: May 3, 2026
  • Registration Start: February 8, 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: March 8, 2026
  • Mode of Examination: Pen-and-paper (OMR-based)
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Total Questions: 180
  • Maximum Marks: 720

The question paper will consist of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology). All questions will be multiple-choice with one correct answer. Each correct response carries four marks, while one mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Candidates must complete the application process online by following these steps:

1. Registration

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Applicants need to register using a valid email ID and mobile number. After submission of basic details, a system-generated application number will be issued.

2. Fill the Application Form

Log in using the generated credentials to enter personal details, academic information (Class 10 and 12), category details, preferred exam cities, and language of the question paper.

3. Upload Documents

Candidates must upload scanned copies of:

  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Signature
  • Thumb/finger impressions
  • Class 10 certificate and mark sheet
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • Disability certificate (if applicable)

All documents must meet the prescribed size and format requirements.

4. Pay Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI. The form submission is considered complete only after successful payment.

5. Download Confirmation Page

After payment, candidates should download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Application Fee Structure

  • General: ₹1700
  • General-EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹1600
  • SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender: ₹1000
  • Outside India: ₹9500

Important Instructions

  • Only one application form per candidate is permitted.
  • Details entered after final submission cannot be modified except during the official correction window.
  • Admit cards and exam city details will be released separately.
  • Qualifying NEET is mandatory for admission to undergraduate medical courses in India, subject to counselling and eligibility criteria.

Candidates are advised to review all instructions carefully and complete the registration process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

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