NEET UG Registration 2026 on neet.nia.nic.in closes this week: Check last date, steps to apply, application fees, exam details, mistakes to avoid and more
NEET UG Registration Date
The registration period for the National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 will end on March 8 and candidates will be given only a few days to submit their applications. Candidates need to keep these dates in mind:
Registration start date: February 8, 2026
Deadline for application: 8 March 2026 (until 21:00)
Deadline for fee payment: 8 March 2026 (until 23:50)
Correction window: 10 March – 12 March 2026
Exam date: May 3, 2026
NEET UG 2026: How to apply
Candidates can follow these steps to apply:
Visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in
Click on NEET UG 2026 registration link
Complete registration using basic details
Fill out the application form carefully
Upload required documents
Pay the application fee online
Submit the form and download the confirmation page
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NEET UG 2026 exam application fee
The application fee for NEET UG 2026 general category is Rs 1,700.
General – Economically Weaker Section (EWS) / Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL): ₹ 1,600
Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Persons with Comparative Disability (PwBD) / Third Gender: ₹ 1,000
Candidates outside India: ₹9,500
NEET UG 2026 exam details
Exam duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)
Exam timing: 14:00 – 17:00 (Indian Standard Time)
Quiz mode: Pen and paper
Exam languages: Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu
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NEET UG 2026 application form: Mistakes you should avoid
Incorrect Personal Information
Always cross-check your name, date of birth, parents’ names and category with your Class 10 certificate and Aadhaar before submitting.
Uploading the Wrong Photo or Signature
To avoid rejection, follow the exact size, format and background guidelines published by NTA.
Payment Error or Incomplete Transaction
Do not refresh the page during payment. Wait for the confirmation message and download the confirmation page.
Choosing the Wrong Category
Carefully verify your valid caste or category certificate before choosing General, OBC, SC, ST or EWS.
Sending the Form at the Last Minute
Complete registration 2-3 days before the deadline to avoid server issues and errors.
Tips for Successful Implementation:
Apply early and read the information bulletin carefully.
Check neet.nta.nic.in regularly for all NEET UG 2026 updates and announcements.
