The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a series of candidate-friendly measures for the NEET UG 2026 examination, scheduled to be held on 21 June 2026. These changes aim to make the examination process more comfortable, efficient, and accessible for students while maintaining the highest standards of fairness and security.

One of the most significant updates is the extension of the examination window to 195 minutes. The exam will now be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM. This additional time includes mandatory examination formalities such as attendance verification and invigilation procedures, ensuring that candidates receive the full intended duration for attempting the paper.

To support students during calculations and problem-solving, NTA has increased the number of rough-work pages available in the question booklet. Candidates will now receive four rough-work pages instead of the previous two, providing greater flexibility for calculations, diagrams, and other workings.

Another important modification concerns the layout of the question booklet. Previously, all rough-work pages were placed at the end of the booklet. Based on candidate feedback, particularly from left-handed students, two rough-work pages will now be placed immediately after the instruction page at the beginning of the booklet, while the remaining two pages will continue to be available at the end.

The revised layout will be implemented in both English and regional language versions of the question paper, allowing candidates to use the rough-work pages in the most convenient manner.

According to NTA, these improvements have been introduced to make the examination process more student-friendly and comfortable while ensuring a fair and secure testing environment. Candidates are advised to carefully read the instructions provided in the Admit Card and Information Bulletin and cooperate with examination authorities for the smooth conduct of the examination.