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NEET UG 2026: Important Dates (Official)

EventDate
Application Start Date08 February 2026
Last Date to Apply08 March 2026 (up to 9:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment08 March 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Correction Window10 March – 12 March 2026
NEET UG 2026 Exam Date03 May 2026
Exam Timing02:00 PM – 05:00 PM (IST)

What is NEET UG 2026?

NEET (National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test – Undergraduate) is a mandatory entrance examination for admission to undergraduate medical and allied courses in India. As per the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, NEET UG is the common and uniform entrance test for medical education.

Courses Covered Through NEET UG 2026

NEET UG 2026 scores will be used for admission to the following courses:

Medical & Dental Courses

AYUSH Courses

Other Courses

BVSc & AH (Veterinary)

B.Sc Nursing (Military Nursing Service – MNS)

Important: For B.Sc Nursing (MNS) in Armed Forces Medical Service Hospitals, qualifying NEET UG 2026 is compulsory.

NEET UG 2026 Exam Pattern

Mode: Pen & Paper (Offline)

Duration: 180 Minutes (3 Hours)

Time: 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Languages: 
English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu

NEET UG 2026 Application Fee

CategoryFee (India)
General₹1700
General-EWS / OBC-NCL₹1600
SC / ST / PwBD₹1000
Candidates Outside India₹9500

Processing charges and GST are applicable as per rules.

How to Apply for NEET UG 2026 (Step-by-Step)

Visit the official website: https://neet.nta.nic.in

Complete online registration using a valid mobile number & email ID

Fill personal, academic, and category details carefully

Upload required documents (photo, signature, address proof, etc.)

Pay the application fee online

Download and save the confirmation page

Note: Only one application per candidate is allowed. Multiple applications may lead to disqualification.

Eligibility Criteria for NEET UG 2026 (Overview)

Candidate must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English

Minimum age: 17 years as on 31 December 2026

Indian Nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs & Foreign Nationals are eligible as per rules

(Students are advised to read the official information bulletin for detailed eligibility conditions.)

Why NEET UG 2026 is Important for Medical Aspirants

Single exam for all medical colleges in India

Mandatory for government & private colleges

Required for AYUSH and Veterinary admissions

Basis for central & state counselling

Essential for MBBS abroad return and FMGE/NExT pathway

Expert Guidance by CareerMarg

At CareerMarg, we have guided 1000+ students successfully for:

MBBS in India (Government & Private)

AYUSH admissions

MBBS Abroad (Bangladesh, Russia, Kazakhstan, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Nepal & more)

NEET counselling & documentation support

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The release of the NEET UG 2026 notification marks the beginning of another crucial academic journey for future doctors. Candidates are strongly advised to apply early, verify details carefully, and prepare strategically for both the exam and counselling process.

For authentic updates, expert counselling, and ethical admission guidance, CareerMarg stands with you at every step of your medical career.

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