The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NEET UG 2026 application form on its website neet.nta.nic.in. This is the national entrance exam for admission to undergraduate medical and allied health courses like MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, B.Sc. Nursing, Veterinary Science, etc.
Application Dates
NEET 2026 Registration Start Date: 08 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 08 March 2026 (up to 9:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: 08 March 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Correction Window: 10–12 March 2026 — for editing details in submitted forms
Important NEET 2026 Exam Date
Exam Day: 03 May 2026 (single shift)
Where to Apply
People who want to take the test need to sign up and send in their forms on the website. The official website is neet.nta.nic.in. This is the website that the National Testing Agency uses for registration.
New Updates & Key Changes for NEET 2026
New Application Rules
NTA has introduced some important updates in the application process to improve security and identity verification:
Aadhaar-based eKYC (Electronic Know Your Customer):
Applicants must complete Aadhaar eKYC during registration to validate identity.
Live Photo Capture:
Instead of just uploading a photo, candidates must capture a live photograph online at the time of application. This helps reduce impersonation.
Exam City and Medium Options:
The choice of exam city and exam language is linked to the applicant’s address and needs careful selection in the form.
Who is able to apply for this? A summary of the eligibility rules for the application process of Who Can Apply. The main thing to know about Who Can Apply is that there are some rules that people need to follow.
To be eligible for Who Can Apply people have to meet requirements.
The eligibility rules for Who Can Apply are pretty straightforward.
The main details about Who Can Apply are as follows:
* The eligibility criteria for Who Can Apply
* The application process for Who Can Apply
* The required documents, for Who Can Apply.
Who Can Apply has some requirements that people need to be aware of before they start the application process of Who Can Apply.
To be eligible for NEET UG 2026, candidates generally must:
Have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
Be at least 17 years old by the end of 2026.
Meet the minimum qualifying marks as specified in the official brochure.
(Note: Full, detailed eligibility criteria are in the NEET 2026 Information Bulletin on the official site.)
Documents & Preparation Tips
Students preparing to apply should keep the following ready:
• Aadhaar Card and Mobile Linked to Aadhaar
• Passport-style recent photographs (as per rules)
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and certificates
• Signature (as required)
• Valid email and phone number
(These are standard requirements — check official instructions on the portal while applying.)
Tips for Smooth Application
✔ Fill and submit the form well before 8 March to avoid last-minute issues.
✔ Complete Aadhaar eKYC and live photo capture carefully.
✔ Use an active email and mobile number throughout the process.
✔ Save/print the confirmation receipt after successful submission.
