At a Glance
- Eligibility
- 10+2 Intermediate Exam with PCB Group
- Age Limit
- Minimum 17 Years (No Upper Age Limit)
- Exam / Result Date
- 03 May 2026 (Sunday)
- Application Last Date
- 11 March 2026 (Up to 09:00 PM)
- Application Start Date
- 08 February 2026
- Conducting Body
- National Testing Agency (NTA)
Quick Summary
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit card and exam city details for the NEET UG 2026 Entrance Examination. Download your hall ticket for the 03 May 2026 exam at neet.nta.nic.in.
National Testing Agency (NTA) is an independent, autonomous, and self-sustained premier testing organization established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to conduct highly efficient, transparent, and international standardized tests to assess the competency of candidates for admission to premier higher education institutions. Its official portal for medical entrances is neet.nta.nic.in.
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Overview
NTA National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 admit cards and exam city slips have been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions into MBBS, BDS, and other medical courses across India. Applications were open from 08 February 2026 to 11 March 2026 at neet.nta.nic.in. The minimum qualification is Class 12 Pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB). The application fee was ₹1700 for General candidates, ₹1600 for EWS/OBC, and ₹1000 for SC/ST/PH candidates. The national-level entrance exam is scheduled to be held on 03 May 2026 (Sunday).
In 2025, over 24 lakh candidates registered for the medical entrance exam — the 2026 cycle expects an equally competitive turnout for MBBS and BDS admissions nationwide.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Examination Name | National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 |
| Course Admissions | MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BSMS, BUMS, and BHMS Courses |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 11 March 2026 (Up to 09:00 PM) |
| Application Fee | ₹1700 (General) | ₹1600 (EWS/OBC) | ₹1000 (SC/ST/PH) |
| Age Limit | Minimum 17 Years (No Upper Age Limit) |
| Min. Qualification | 10+2 Intermediate Exam with PCB Group |
| Exam Date | 03 May 2026 (Sunday) |
| Official Portal | neet.nta.nic.in |
Source: Official NTA NEET UG 2026 Information Brochure, NTA, 08 February 2026. Download PDF
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application Begin | 08 February 2026 | Done |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 11 March 2026 (Up to 09:00 PM) | Done |
| Last Date Online Payment | 11 March 2026 | Done |
| Correction Window | 12 to 14 March 2026 | Done |
| Exam City Available | 13 April 2026 | Done |
| Admit Card Available | 26 April 2026 | Done |
| NEET UG Exam Date | 03 May 2026 (Sunday) | Upcoming |
| Result Declared | June 2026 | Upcoming |
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1700 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹1600 |
| SC / ST / PH / Third Gender | ₹1000 |
| Outside India (NRI/Foreign Candidates) | ₹9500 |
| Payment Mode | Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or Offline E-Challan |
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit for NTA NEET UG 2026
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| All Categories | 17 Years | No Limit |
Candidates must be born on or before 31.12.2009 to meet the minimum age requirement.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 Intermediate Exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology (PCB) Group of Subjects and English from any recognized Board in India.
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Eligibility Codes Explained
While filling out the application or appearing for counselling, candidates must identify their qualification status using specific NTA NEET eligibility codes:
| Code | Detailed Criteria Description |
|---|---|
| Code 01 | A candidate who is appearing in the qualifying examination, i.e., 12 Standard in 2026 whose result is awaited may apply and take up the said test but he/she shall not be eligible for admission to the MBBS or BDS, if he/she does not pass the qualifying examination with the required pass percentage of marks at the time of the first round of Counseling. |
| Code 02 | The Higher/Senior Secondary Examination or the Indian School Certificate Examination which is equivalent to 10+2 Higher/Senior Secondary Examination after a period of 12 years study, the last two years of such study comprising of Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Bio-technology (which shall include practical tests in these subjects) and Mathematics or any other elective subject with English. |
| Code 03 | The Intermediate/Pre-degree Examination in Science of an Indian University/Board or other recognized examining body with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Bio-technology (which shall include practical test in these subjects) and also English as a compulsory subject. |
| Code 04 | The Pre-professional/Pre-medical Examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Bio-technology & English after passing either the Higher Secondary Examination or the Pre-University or an equivalent examination. Includes practical tests in these subjects and English as a compulsory subject. |
| Code 05 | The first year of the three years’ degree course of a recognized University with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Bio-technology including practical tests, provided the candidate has passed the earlier qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Bio-Technology with English. |
| Code 06 | B.Sc. Examination of an Indian University provided that he/she has passed the B.Sc. Examination with not less than two of the subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany, Zoology)/Bio-technology and passed the earlier qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. |
| Code 07 | Any other examination which in scope and standard (Last 02 years of 10+2 Study comprising of Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology; which shall include practical test) is found to be equivalent to the Intermediate Science Examination of an Indian University/Board. |
• Aadhaar Card Requirement: An Aadhaar Card is compulsory for the All India NTA NEET 2026 Examination.
• Photo Guidelines: Candidate's Live Photo & Clear Passport Size and 4x6 Size Photo must have a White Background with ears visible. The photo must include the Candidate's Name and the Date the photo was taken (must be taken after 01/01/2026).
NTA NEET UG 2026 Admit Card – How to Download
The National Testing Agency has released the exam city slips and admit cards for the upcoming 03 May 2026 entrance examination. Follow these steps to download your hall ticket:
- Visit Official Portal: Go to the official NTA NEET website at neet.nta.nic.in or click the direct link provided below.
- Locate Admit Card Link: On the homepage, find and click on the link titled "Download Admit Card for NEET (UG) - 2026".
- Enter Login Credentials: Input your Application Number, Date of Birth, and the security pin displayed on the screen.
- View Dashboard: Click the 'Submit' button to log in. Your admit card with exam center and timing details will appear.
- Download & Print: Download the PDF file. Take a clear, color printout as you must carry a physical copy to the exam center along with original ID proof.
Exam Date: 03 May 2026 (Sunday)
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern
The NEET UG 2026 exam will be a pen-and-paper based test (OMR sheet) consisting of multiple-choice questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany & Zoology). Candidates should refer to the officially prescribed syllabus by the National Medical Commission (NMC) to focus their preparation on core Class 11 and Class 12 concepts.
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Official Links & Information Brochure
| Important Links | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Advanced Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Download Information Brochure PDF | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
