NEET Exam Form Date 2026 Out Soon: Check Live Updates, Notifications, & All Details

The NEET Exam Form Date 2026 is expected to start in February 2026 on the official NTA website. With over 20 lakh students anticipated to apply, the release of the NEET UG 2026 application form marks the start of the crucial preparation phase for aspirants aiming for MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, AYUSH, and Veterinary courses.

• The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the NEET UG 2026 exam tentatively in May 2026. Students will be able to check the official NEET exam date on NTA’s website at neet.nta.nic.in.
• NEET 2026 will serve as the gateway for admission to undergraduate medical, dental, nursing, and other allied medical courses across India, including Ayurveda, Homeopathy, and Veterinary Sciences.
• The NEET Exam Pattern will be a paper-and-pencil test, lasting three hours, scheduled from 2 PM to 5 PM.

When Will NTA Announce NEET 2026 Dates?

Based on previous years' timelines, the NEET UG 2026 exam is likely to be held in the first week of May 2026. The NEET UG 2026 application form is expected to be released around February 2026. With the NTA already announcing the JEE Main 2026 schedule and CBSE publishing the Class 12 board exam dates, the official NEET UG 2026 exam date is also expected to be announced very soon.

NEET 2026: Important Dates

The table below outlines the key tentative dates for the NEET 2026 examination process:

NEET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

NTA has retained the eligibility criteria from last year:

• Students must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English in Class 12.
• Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2024 or 2025, or are appearing in 2026, are eligible.
• Minimum age: 17 years by December 31, 2026.
• No upper age limit for appearing.
• Indian nationals, NRIs, OCI, PIO, and foreign students can apply.

Check: NEET 2026 Age Limit Rules for Aspirants

NEET 2026 Application Fee

As per the revised structure, the expected NEET 2026 fee is:

Note: Payment can be made via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card.

Documents Required for NEET 2026 Registration

Candidates must keep the following items ready in the correct size and format:

• Passport-size photograph
• Postcard-size photograph
• Signature
• Left-hand thumb impression
• Class 10 certificate
• Class 12 marksheet (if available)
• Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
• Category/Disability certificate (if applicable)

Students must ensure that uploaded photos are recent and not edited using filters or apps.

NEET 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern

• The NEET 2026 syllabus is based on the updated NMC syllabus, with reduced content in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
• Students should focus on high-weightage chapters like Human Physiology, Genetics, Organic Chemistry, Electrostatics, Thermodynamics, and Modern Physics.

NEET Exam Pattern 2026

NEET 2026 Correction Window

Once the registration closes, NTA will open the NEET 2026 correction window, allowing students to edit:

• Name
• Mother’s/Father’s name
• Date of birth
• Category
• Gender
• Photos and signatures
• Exam cities

Note: No corrections will be allowed after the final closure.

NEET 2026 Centres

NEET Exam 2026 is expected to have over 5,000 exam centres across more than 550 cities in India and abroad. Last year, there were 552 exam cities in India and 14 international cities. The number of cities for NEET 2026 is likely to increase, with exact details to be confirmed after the exam.

What Happens Next?

Students can expect the following updates next:

• The Exam City Slip is to be released by the third week of April.
• The Admit Card will be available just 3–4 days before the exam.
• Exam-Day Guidelines will be issued with dress code, barred items, and reporting timings.
• After the exam, NTA will release the answer key, OMR sheets, and results.

Stay updated with the latest official notifications and live updates from NTA for NEET 2026. Make sure to check the website regularly not to miss important dates and application details.