NEET UG 2026 Exam Schedule Out – Registration Begins

NEET UG 2026: Exam on May 3rd, Applications Open Until March 8th

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NEET UG 2026 application form. As per the public notice dated 8 February 2026, eligible candidates can now apply online for

the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (Undergraduate), which is mandatory for admission to undergraduate medical courses across India.

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NEET UG 2026: Important Dates

Application Start Date: 8 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 8 March 2026 (up to 9:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: 8 March 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Correction Window: 10 March to 12 March 2026
NEET UG 2026 Exam Date: 3 May 2026

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NEET UG 2026 Exam Schedule

Exam Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)
Exam Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (IST)
Mode of Exam: Pen and Paper (Offline)

The exam centre details will be mentioned on the NEET UG 2026 admit card, which will be released later on the official website

Courses Covered Under NEET UG 2026

MBBS
BDS
BVSc & AH
AYUSH courses (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS)
B.Sc Nursing (MNS) – Armed Forces Medical Services

As per the relevant Acts, NEET UG continues to be the single national-level entrance test for all undergraduate medical admissions in India

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NEET UG 2026 Languages

The examination will be conducted in 13 languages:

English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urd

NEET UG 2026 Application Fee

For Centres in India:

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

For Centres Outside India:

All Categories: ₹9500

Additional processing charges and GST will be applicable

How to Apply for NEET UG 2026

Candidates must apply online only through the official website:

https://neet.nta.nic.in

Applicants need to upload:

Recent passport-size photograph
Scanned signature
Address proof and other required documents

Only one application per candidate is allowed. Any violation of instructions may lead to disqualification.

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Official Websites & Helpdesk

Websites: nta.ac.in | neet.nta.nic.in
Helpline Number: +91-11-40759000
Email: neetug2026@nta.ac.in

Candidates are advised to read the Information Bulletin carefully before applying and regularly check the official website for updates regarding admit cards, city intimation slips, answer keys, and results

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Aabshar Hassan Quazi

Aabshar H. Quazi is a seasoned education writer associated with ALLEN Career Institute, where he crafts insightful blogs on competitive exam trends, student journeys, and academic guidance. With a background in journalism, Aabshar has worked as Principal Correspondent for Hindustan Times, honing his skills in storytelling, analysis, and impactful reporting. His writing blends credibility with clarity, making complex topics accessible for students and parents alike.