NEET Registration 2026: The registration process for National Undergraduate Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 will close on March 8, 2026. Candidates planning to appear for the exam must complete the online application process before the deadline on the official website neet.nta.nic.in.The registration process is carried out by the National Testing Agency. As per the official public notice issued on February 8, 2026, applications are accepted in online mode only.
NEET UG 2026 : Important dates
Candidates must take into account the following dates:
- Registration start date: February 8, 2026
- Last date to apply: March 8, 2026 (until 9:00 pm)
- Last date for payment of fees: March 8, 2026 (until 11:50 p.m.)
- Correction window: March 10 to March 12, 2026
- Exam date: May 3, 2026
NEET UG 2026 Exam Details
- Exam duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)
- Exam Time: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (Indian Standard Time)
- Exam mode: pencil and paper.
- Exam Languages: Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu
Courses covered up to NEET UG 2026
NEET UG 2026 scores will be used for admission to:
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
- Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences and Livestock Husbandry (BVSc and AH)
- Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
- Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS)
- Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS)
- Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS)
The examination is also mandatory for Military Nursing Service (MNS) candidates seeking admission to Bachelor of Science (BSc) Nursing courses in Armed Forces Medical Services hospitals.
NEET UG 2026 Application fee
The application fee is as follows:
- General: 1700 INR
- General – Economically Weaker Section (EWS) / Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL): ₹1600
- Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) / Third Gender: ₹1000
- Candidates outside India: ₹9500
Additional processing fees may apply.
How to Apply for NEET UG 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the
NEET UG Registration 2026 link - Complete registration using basic data
- Please fill out the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Direct link here.
5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in NEET UG 2026 Application Form
Students should avoid the following mistakes to ensure a successful presentation:Incorrect personal data
- Always verify your name, date of birth, parents’ names and category with your Class 10 and Aadhaar certificate before final submission.
Upload incorrect photo or signature
- Follow the exact size, format and background guidelines issued by
ANT to avoid rejection.
Payment error or incomplete transaction
- Please do not refresh the page during checkout. Wait for the confirmation message and download the confirmation page.
Select the wrong category
- Please carefully check your valid caste or category certificate before choosing General, OBC, SC, ST or EWS.
Submit the form at the last minute
- Please complete the registration at least 2-3 days before the deadline to avoid server issues.
Candidates are advised to apply early and carefully read the newsletter available on the official website. Regularly checking neet.nta.nic.in will help students stay updated about all NEET UG 2026 announcements.
