The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that it is fully prepared to conduct the NEET UG 2026 Re-Examination on 21 June 2026 across India and abroad. The examination will be held in pen-and-paper mode from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM, while eligible PwD/PwBD candidates will receive compensatory time until 6:20 PM.

According to the official press release issued on 19 June 2026, more than 22.79 lakh candidates will appear for the examination across 551 cities in India and 14 international cities.

Massive Security Arrangements in Place

To ensure a fair and transparent examination, NTA has deployed an extensive security network, including:

• 674 City Coordinators
• 6,669 Observers
• More than 2 lakh examination personnel
• GPS-enabled transportation of confidential materials
• CCTV surveillance at all examination centres
• Aadhaar-based biometric verification
• Police escorts for secure movement of examination materials
• Real-time monitoring through centralised control rooms

The agency has also intensified monitoring of social media platforms to prevent rumours, misinformation, and malpractice. Complaints have already been filed with cyber-crime authorities, including I4C and the CBI, against individuals spreading false information.

Reporting Time and Entry Schedule

Candidates must report to their allotted examination centre between 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM.

The entry gates will close sharply at 1:30 PM, and no candidate will be allowed to enter after the deadline under any circumstances.

Candidates wearing customary or religious attire are advised to arrive early to allow sufficient time for security checks.

Important Documents to Carry

Candidates should bring the following documents:

• Printed copy of the NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
• One original valid photo identity proof
• Two passport-size photographs
• Transparent water bottle (allowed)
• Sugar tablets and fruits (banana, apple, orange) for diabetic candidates only

Electronic devices, calculators, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, wallets, jewellery, metallic accessories, and food packets are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.

Biometric Verification Relaxation

NTA has clarified that candidates facing biometric authentication issues due to technical problems, poor fingerprint quality, UIDAI connectivity issues, or physical limitations will not be denied entry.

Such candidates will undergo manual identity verification after signing an undertaking provided by the examination authorities.

Facilities at Examination Centres

To ensure candidate comfort during the afternoon examination, all centres have been instructed to provide:

• Reliable electricity and generator backup
• Adequate lighting and fans
• Drinking water facilities
• Clean sanitation arrangements
• Medical assistance
• Wall clocks inside examination rooms

Additional biometric devices and trained staff have also been deployed to reduce waiting time during verification.

NTA Advises Candidates to Stay Alert

NTA has urged candidates to rely only on official information published on the NEET UG website and avoid believing rumours related to paper leaks or fake messages circulating online.Candidates facing stress or anxiety may also access the government's Tele-MANAS mental health helpline (14416) for support.

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