NEET 2026 Exam Centre Advisory: National Testing Agency Warns Against Relying on Google Maps

NTA NEET 2026 Advisory: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released some guidelines for students who are appearing for the NEET 2026 exam. One such important guideline states that students must avoid relying completely on Google Maps to find their NEET exam centres 2026. This is mainly due to the locations of many exam centres, such as IIT Pune, being inaccurate on Google Maps. Candidates are therefore advised to confirm the location from other reliable sources as well.  

NTA NEET 2026 Exam Centre Advisory

To address the incorrect exam centre locations on Google Maps, NTA has posted the advisory on X along with some steps to take. In the post, NTA has also highlighted the strict reporting time to the exam centre.   

How to Find the Correct Address of the NEET 2026 Exam Centre?

Since Google Maps is not always a reliable source for knowing the location of the NEET exam centres, candidates must take the following steps:

• Double-check the location given on the NEET admit card. 
• Confirm the exam centre’s actual location before the exam. 
• Ask the locals in the area of the exam centre about its exact location. 

Important Tips for Travelling to the NEET 2026 Exam Centre

NEET 2026 candidates must plan their travel to the exam centre in advance to avoid a last-minute rush. Here are some essential tips for candidates travelling to their exam centre: 

• Plan the travel to the exam centre to report between 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM. 
• Make sure to reach by 1:30 PM as entry is strictly not allowed after that. 
• Consider factors like traffic, weather, and any other things that can cause a delay. 
• Plan alternative routes to the exam centre in advance to prevent delays due to traffic.