The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the commencement of NEET (UG) - 2026 registration process for admission to undergraduate medical courses across India. As the single largest medical entrance examination in the country, NEET UG serves as the gateway to medical education for aspiring doctors.

Key Highlights of NEET UG 2026

 Important Dates at a Glance:

• Application Period: 8th February to 8th March 2026 (until 9:00 PM)

• Fee Payment Deadline: 8th March 2026 (until 11:50 PM)

• Correction Window: 10th to 12th March 2026

• Examination Date: 3rd May 2026 (Sunday)

• Exam Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (IST)

• Exam Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)

Examination Details

 Exam Pattern:

• Mode: Pen and Paper Based (Offline)

• Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)

• Medium: Available in 13 languages including English, Hindi, and 11 regional languages

• Cities: Examination centers across India and abroad

 Application Fee Structure:

• General Category: ?1700/-

• General-EWS/OBC-NCL: ?1600/-

• SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender: ?1000/-
  Additional processing charges and GST are applicable

How to Apply for NEET UG 2026?

Step-by-Step Application Process:

1. Visit Official Website: https://neet.nta.nic.in/

2. Register Online: Create an account with valid email and mobile number

3. Fill Application Form: Enter personal, academic, and contact details

4. Upload Documents: Recent passport photograph, scanned signature, and necessary certificates

5. Pay Application Fee: Through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI

6. Submit and Download: Keep a printout of the confirmation page