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NEET UG 2026 Registration Last Date Today: Apply by 11 March, Exam on 3 May

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Lakshmi Singh • 9 Mins read • 11 Mar 26
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NEET 2026 Registration last date is today, 11 March 2026. Students must complete their NEET 2026 registration and submission before 9 pm on 11 March 2026. Recently, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has given the new NEET 2026 registration last date. NEET UG 2026 registration started from 8 February 2026. The last date to register is 11 March 2026.


Click here to read NTA’s notice on NEET 2026 Registration Last Date Extension


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NEET application form 2026 submission: until 9.00 pm, 11 March

NEET application form 2026 fee payment: until 11:50 pm, 11 March

NEET UG 2026 registration fee must be paid by 11 March, 11:50 PM. The NEET UG exam 2026 will be held on 3 May 2026.

Candidates must fill NEET application form before the deadline, as NTA will not give any extension after this. 


Click here to read the official notification by NTA NEET UG 2026.

NEET UG 2026 Registration Last Date



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Some media reports predict that from this time, NTA can introduce facial recognition in NEET UG 2026 exam. NTA has updated on the following:

Later, notifications will be given on NEET UG city intimation slip, admit card and exam centres.

Candidates also check: NEET MDS, NEET PG 2026: Tentative exam schedule released.


NEET 2026 Registration Last Date Today

Students must complete their application before NEET 2026 registration last date. NEET 2026 application started on 8 February 2026. The last date of NEET registration 2026 is 11 March 2026 (till 9 pm). The last date to pay the fee is also 11 March, by 11:50 PM. Students should complete NEET registration 2026 ASAP as they might witness traffic issues in the eleventh hour.


Will NTA Give NEET 2026 Registration Last Date Extension Again

No. It is highly unlikely that NTA will again give an extension in NEET 2026 registration. NTA clarified that 11 march will be the last date to register, no extension will be granted to students after this deadline ends.NTA has already given an extension on 9 March by giving two more days for NEET 2026 registration. This is the final opportunity for NEET candidates to complete their NEET 2026 registration.


Candidates Report NTA Website Not Working

As the earlier deadline of NEET registration 2026 approached, many candidates reported server issues in submitting the form. Many aspirants took the issue to the microblogging platform ‘X’. Candidates also demanded an extension.


Issues Faced by Candidates While Filling NEET 2026 Application Form

A lot of candidates have reported issues while filling the NEET UG 2026 application form. Common issues are selecting the correct eligibility code, completing registration before the deadline, paying fees, and uploading documents in the required format. Let’s look at each solution:

What should be filled in NEET Code?

Choosing the correct qualifying exam code is necessary for NEET registration 2026.

Code 1: Appearing candidates

Code 2: Droppers/repeaters

Code 7: Foreign candidates


What is NEET 2026 Registration Last Date?

The last date is 11 March.

Form submission: up to 9:00 PM

Fee payment: up to 11:50 PM


NEET Fees 2026:

  • General: ₹1,700
  • Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹1,600
  • SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender: ₹1,000


Document Upload Issues: Candidates must upload photos and documents in the prescribed size and format. Use online tools to compress images or reduce file size.


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NEET Photo Requirements 2026: Size, Format and Document Specifications

NEET 2026 photo and document upload requirements for NEET 2026 application form have been outlined by NTA in its notification. 

Documents

Size Requirement

Format

Scanned Passport Size Photograph

10 KB to 200 KB

JPG/JPEG

Scanned Postcard Size Photograph (4" x 6")

10 KB to 200 KB

JPG/JPEG

Scanned Signature

10 KB to 100 KB

JPG/JPEG

Left & Right-Hand Fingers and Thumb Impressions

10 KB to 200 KB

JPG/JPEG


NEET UG 2026 Important Dates

NTA has given the following dates for NEET UG 2026:

Event

Dates and Time

Online Submission of Application Form (Old)

08 February 2026 to 08 March 2026 (up to 09:00 P.M.)

Revised Last Date of Successful Fee Transaction (Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

11 March 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.)

Correction in Particulars

10 March 2026 to 12 March 2026


NEET UG 2026 Application Fee

NTA also notified on the application fee:

Category

Centres within India (Rs)

Centres outside India (Rs)

General

1700

9500

General-EWS / OBC-NCL

1600

9500

SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender

1000

9500


NEET UG 2026 Registration Correction Window

NEET UG application form correction window was to be made available from 10 March to 12 March. However, as NTA has given an extension, we can expect the new NEET form correction window details soon. Candidates will be able to make changes in only a few pieces of information.


Old NEET 2026 Form Correction Dates

 Have a look at the NEET form correction dates 2026 below-

Particulars

Details

Application Correction Start Date

March 10, 2026

Application Correction Last Date

March 12, 2026


NEET UG 2026 Exam Date on 3 May

The official NEET UG 2026 exam schedule and NEET registration date have been announced. The exam is to be held on:

3 May 2026 (First Sunday of May)


Past NEET UG Exam Dates

Let’s check the NEET UG past year exam dates:

Year

Exam Date

2025

May 4

2024

May 5

2023

May 7

2026 

May 3


For more information, read: NEET UG Exam Details


How to Register for NEET UG 2026?

Follow these steps to register for NEET UG 2026 examination:

  • Visit neet.nta.nic.in
  • Click New Registration
  • Enter personal details 
  • Get Application Number
  • Log in and fill the application form
  • Upload required documents 
  • Complete Aadhaar eKYC / Live photo capture (if required)
  • Pay the application fee online
  • Submit the form and download the confirmation page


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NEET Documents Required 2026 for Application Form

Candidates should keep these documents prepared:

  • Passport-sized photograph
  • Postcard-sized photograph
  • Left and right-hand finger and thumb impressions
  • Signature
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • PwBD certificate (if applicable)
  • Citizenship certificate (NRI/OCI/Foreign candidates)


NEET UG 2026 Application Window Details

The NEET UG application form 2026 is available on the official portal: neet.nta.nic.in

Students register with:

  • Personal information
  • Academic qualifications
  • Aadhaar details for verification

On 5 January, NTA issued a notice to update Aadhaar credentials. To make their preparation impeccable, NEET UG Past Year Question Papers are your guide.


Qualifying Exam Code for NEET 2026 Registration

Candidates must select the correct qualifying examination in NEET UG 2026 application form. 

Code

Who Should Select This Code?

Code 01

If you are appearing for Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2026

Code 02

If you have already passed: 

  • Class 12 (CBSE/ICSE/State Boards/NIOS) and 
  • are droppers or 
  • repeaters

Code 03

If you passed: 

  • Intermediate or 
  • Pre-Degree Science examination

Code 04

If you have completed:

  • Pre-Professional 
  • Pre-Medical exam

Code 05

If you are currently studying in the first year of a three-year B.Sc. degree

Code 06

If you have already completed a B.Sc. degree

Code 07

Eligible foreign students


NEET 2026 Registration: Question Paper Language and Selection of Exam City

NEET UG 2026 exam city must be selected carefully because the availability of exam language depends on your exam city in NEET 2026 registration:

Language

Availability in NEET Exam Centres

English

Available in all NEET exam cities/centres

Hindi

Available in all NEET exam cities/centres

Urdu

Available in all NEET exam cities/centres

Marathi

Maharashtra only

Bengali

West Bengal only

Gujarati

Gujarat, Daman, Dadra and Nagar Haveli

Tamil

Tamil Nadu only

Telugu

Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

Kannada

Karnataka only

Oriya

Odisha only

Assamese

Assam only

Punjabi

Punjab, Chandigarh and Delhi

Malayalam

Kerala and Lakshadweep


Facial Recognition May Be Introduced in NEET Entrance Exams

NEET UG 2026 registration date live updates hint that the facial recognition technology in NEET UG exam might be used by NTA. A senior Education Ministry official claims that this step will strengthen the security measures.

Conducting a pilot project, UIDAI started an Aadhaar-based face authentication in NEET UG May exams at select centres in Delhi.


NEET UG 2026: NTA’s Helpdesk

NTA has provided contacts for students’ ease:

Email: neetug2026@nta.ac.in

Calling: 011-40759000 or 011-69227700.


NEET UG 2026 Highlights

Students can check the NEET UG 2026 details below:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG)

Conducting Body

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen & Paper on OMR Sheet)

Duration

3 Hours (180 minutes)

Shift

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Total Questions

180 Compulsory Questions

Total Marks

720 Marks

Marking Scheme

+4 Correct, -1 Incorrect, 0 Unattempted

Official Website

neet.nta.nic.in


Final Reminder for Aspirants

NEET registration 2026 has started. The wait is almost over for over a lakh of candidates. But the excitement is mixed with a lot of queries on NEET UG 2026 registration date and live updates. Students must keep their documents ready and check the official websites. 

We will communicate the live updates on NEET 2026 as soon as any other official announcement is made.


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Frequently Asked Questions


Ques: Is NEET registration 2026 last date extended?

Ans: Yes. NTA has extended the last date of NEET registration till 11 March 2026. Candidates will be able to submit the form till 9 pm, and fee payment must be completed before 11 pm. 


Ques: What is NEET registration 2026 last date?

Ans: NEET 2026 registration last date is 11 March 2026. Candidates must fill out the form by 9:00 PM on 8 March. The last date to pay the fee is also 8 March 2026, by 11:50 PM. 


Ques: What is the NEET registration date announced by NTA?

Ans: Candidates must note that the NTA has given an official exam date for NEET ug 2026. NEET UG 2026 will be held on 3 May 2026. The registration has already started.


Ques: What is NEET form date for 2026? Has it out yet?

Ans: NEET UG 2026 application form has been released on 8 February 2026. The official portal has activated the link at neet.nta.nic.in.


Ques: How can I register for NEET 2026?

Ans: If you wish to register for NEET UG 2026, you must:

  • Visit neet.nta.nic.in
  • Register with details
  • Upload documents
  • Pay the application fee
  • Submit the form online


Ques: What is NEET Code 2 in NEET registration form 2026?

Ans: The candidates who have already passed their class 12th exam and are appearing again as a repeater or dropper in NEET 2026 should choose NEET Code 2. They must mention ‘02’ in the exam code.


Ques: What is the NEET Application form 2026 last date?

Ans: NEET application form 2026 last date is 11 March 2026. Students must submit their form by 9 PM on 11 March.  


Ques: What ID proof is acceptable for NRI candidates?

Ans: Foreign candidates can apply for NEET UG with their passport number. Foreign candidates must possess a valid passport as this is the mandatory ID proof for them. The details must match the details filled in NEET registration 2026. 


Ques: What ID proof is acceptable for candidates in NEET UG 2026 registration?

Ans: NEET registration 2026 acceptable ID proofs are:

  • Aadhaar card
  • Passport 
  • DigiLocker
  • PAN Card


Ques: How many dates are there for NEET 2026?

Ans: You have around 75 days for NEET 2026. You must plan your preparations accordingly. And do not forget to duly check all the details while filling NEET application form 2026. 


Ques: What are the NEET exam centres 2026 outside of India?

Ans: Here are the NEET exam centres outside India:

  • Kuwait: Kuwait City
  • United Arab Emirates: Dubai
  • United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi
  • Thailand: Bangkok
  • Sri Lanka: Colombo
  • Qatar: Doha
  • Nepal: Kathmandu
  • Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur
  • Nigeria: Lagos
  • Bahrain: Manama
  • Oman: Muscat
  • Saudi Arabia: Riyadh
  • United Arab Emirates: Sharjah
  • Singapore: Singapore