Exam Date: 3 May 2026
What is NEET UG 2026?
NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate) is India’s only national-level medical entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is the mandatory gateway for admission into MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS, and B.Sc. Nursing courses across all medical colleges in India, including AIIMS and JIPMER.
Over 20 lakh students are expected to appear for NEET UG 2026, making it one of the most competitive exams in the world. The exam tests students on Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from Class 11 and 12.
NEET UG 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 8 February 2026 |
| Application Form Opens | 8 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 March 2026 |
| Correction Window | 10 – 12 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Released | 26 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | 3 May 2026 (2 PM – 5 PM) |
| Answer Key | May 2026 (after exam) |
| Result Declaration | June 2026 |
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NEET UG 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Indian citizens, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals can apply.
Age: Minimum 17 years as on 31 December 2026. No upper age limit.
Academic Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English from a recognised board.
Minimum Marks Required:
| Category | Minimum % in PCB |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50% |
| OBC / SC / ST | 40% |
| PwD (General) | 45% |
How to Apply for NEET UG 2026
All applications are done online at neet.nta.nic.in. Follow these steps:
- Visit neet.nta.nic.in and click “New Registration”
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Fill the application form with personal and academic details
- Upload your photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression (JPG format only)
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and download the confirmation page
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,700 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,000 |
| Outside India (NRI/Foreign) | ₹9,500 |
Fee is non-refundable once paid.
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper / OMR) | Duration: 3 Hours | Total Marks: 720
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 50 (attempt 45) | 180 |
| Chemistry | 50 (attempt 45) | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 100 (attempt 90) | 360 |
| Total | 200 (attempt 180) | 720 |
Marking: +4 for correct answer | −1 for wrong answer | 0 for unattempted
Languages: English, Hindi, and 11 regional languages including Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Assamese, and Urdu.
NEET UG 2026 Syllabus
The syllabus is prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and covers Class 11 and 12 NCERT topics.
Physics: Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics, Optics, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Electromagnetic Induction, Dual Nature of Matter, Atoms & Nuclei, and more.
Chemistry: Chemical Bonding, Equilibrium, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Coordination Compounds, Biomolecules, Organic Chemistry, and more.
Biology: Cell Biology, Genetics & Evolution, Human Physiology, Plant Physiology, Reproduction, Biotechnology, Ecology & Environment, and more.
For the complete chapter-wise syllabus, download the official Information Bulletin from neet.nta.nic.in.
Admit Card
The NEET UG 2026 Admit Card was released on 26 April 2026. To download:
- Go to neet.nta.nic.in
- Click “Download Admit Card”
- Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and Security Pin
- Download and print the admit card
Without the admit card, entry to the exam hall will not be allowed.
For issues: Call 011-40759000 / 011-69227700 or email neetug2026@nta.ac.in
Result & Counselling
Result will be declared in June 2026 on neet.nta.nic.in. The scorecard will show total marks, subject-wise marks, percentile, All India Rank (AIR), and qualifying status.
Counselling for 15% All India Quota seats is conducted by MCC at mcc.nic.in. State quota seats (85%) are managed by respective state authorities.
Preparation Tips
- Master NCERT — Most NEET questions are directly from NCERT textbooks
- Prioritise Biology — It carries 360 out of 720 marks
- Solve Previous Year Papers — At least 10 years of past papers
- Take Mock Tests — Practice time management (1 minute per question)
- Revise Regularly — Last 30 days should be purely for revision
- Stay Healthy — 7–8 hours of sleep is essential
FAQs
Q. What is the official website of NEET UG 2026? A. neet.nta.nic.in
Q. What is the NEET 2026 exam date? A. 3 May 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Q. Is there an age limit for NEET 2026? A. Minimum 17 years. No upper age limit currently.
Q. How many attempts are allowed in NEET? A. No restriction on attempts as per current NMC guidelines.
Q. What is the total marks of NEET UG 2026? A. 720 marks, 180 questions, 3 hours duration.
For all official updates, always visit: neet.nta.nic.in