The NEET UG 2026 application process is conducted by the National Testing Agency for admission into undergraduate medical and allied courses across India. NEET is the single entrance exam for MBBS and other medical programs in government and private institutions.
As per the official schedule, the NEET UG 2026 exam will be held on 03 May 2026 (Sunday).
NEET 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG 2026) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BSMS, BUMS, BVSc & AH |
| Exam Date | 03 May 2026 |
| Exam Time | 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Questions | 180 |
| Total Marks | 720 |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
Courses Covered Under NEET UG
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
- Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery (BAMS)
- Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery (BHMS)
- Bachelor of Siddha Medicine & Surgery (BSMS)
- Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery (BUMS)
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry
NEET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 08 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 March 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam Date | 03 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria for NEET UG 2026
Nationality
Eligible categories:
- Indian Citizens
- NRIs
- OCI
- PIO
- Foreign Nationals
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 17 years by 31 December 2026
- Born on or before 31 December 2009
- No upper age limit
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 with:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology / Biotechnology
- English
NEET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (India) | Fee (Outside India) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1700 | ₹9500 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹1600 | ₹9500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender | ₹1000 | ₹9500 |
Payment modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, e-Challan.
How to Apply for NEET UG 2026
- Visit the official NEET portal.
- Click on New Registration.
- Fill personal and academic details.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
- Keep a print copy for future use.
NEET 2026 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 90 | 360 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
Medium of Question Paper
NEET 2026 will be available in 13 languages including:
English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu.
Exam Centres in Assam
Baksa, Barpeta, Mangaldoi, Dhubri, Goalpara, Golaghat, Hailakandi, Jorhat, North Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Nalbari, Sivasagar, Udalguri, Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Silchar, Tezpur.
NEET Merit List & Qualifying Percentile
| Category | Minimum Percentile |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50th Percentile |
| OBC / SC / ST | 40th Percentile |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 45th Percentile |
| PwBD (SC/ST/OBC) | 40th Percentile |
All India Rank is prepared based on NEET scores following medical admission regulations.
Official website: neet.nta.nic.in
FAQs – NEET UG 2026
Q1. When is NEET UG 2026 exam?
03 May 2026.
Q2. What is the exam duration?
3 hours.
Q3. Is NEET conducted online?
No, it is an offline pen and paper exam.
Q4. How many marks is NEET?
720 marks.
Q5. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Conclusion
NEET UG 2026 is the gateway to medical education in India. Candidates should carefully check eligibility, apply before the deadline, and follow the syllabus and exam pattern strictly for preparation.
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