NTA NEET

NEET UG 2026

Last updated 31 Jul 2026

Overview

The National Testing Agency has issued a public notice providing an advisory and instructions for aspirants preparing to fill out the online application form for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate studies, NEET UG 2026. The notification advises eligible candidates to update key identification and eligibility documents well in advance of the application process to prevent discrepancies or rejections. Specifically, candidates are instructed to verify and update their Aadhaar Card details, ensuring accuracy regarding their name, date of birth, gender, photograph, address, and biometrics via official UIDAI channels. Additionally, candidates belonging to reserved categories or requiring disability accommodations are advised to ensure that their Category Certificates for EWS, SC, ST, or OBC-NCL and UDID Cards for Persons with Disabilities are valid, updated, and renewed. Prospective applicants are encouraged to routinely check the official NTA websites for further updates regarding NEET UG 2026.

17+ years

How to apply

Follow these steps in order. Always verify the final instructions on the official portal.

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    Step 1: Visit https://neet.nta.nic.in/ and log in using Application Number and Password.

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    Step 2: Complete Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) by entering OTP sent to registered mobile number and email ID.

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    Step 3: Click 'View/Challenge OMR Sheet & Recorded Responses' to access scanned OMR sheet and recorded options.

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    Step 4: Select question number and tick claimed option if recorded option differs from marked answer.

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    Step 5: Pay processing fee of ₹200 per response challenge online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI before 15 July 2026 (11:00 AM).

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    Step 6: Click 'Submit Challenge' after fee payment and download/print the Acknowledgement Page for future reference.

Who can apply

12th Pass

Physics, Chemistry, Biology / Biotechnology

Passed or appearing in Class 12/qualifying exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English.

Age relaxation

Unreserved (UR)

Standard age limit without any category-based relaxation.

17+ years

General

Must complete 17 years of age on or before 31st December 2026 (born on or before 31.12.2009). No upper age limit.

17+ years

Official notification

Read the complete notification released by National Testing Agency — National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NTA NEET). This document is the authoritative source for this opportunity.

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