NEET UG 2026 registration ends on March 8: Avoid these 5 mistakes in your application

NEET UG 2026: Important dates

Candidates should keep the following dates in mind:

• Registration start date: February 8, 2026

• Last date to apply: March 8, 2026 (up to 9:00 PM)

• Last date for fee payment: March 8, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)

• Correction window: March 10 to March 12, 2026

• Exam date: May 3, 2026

NEET UG 2026 exam details

• Exam duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)

• Exam timing: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Indian Standard Time)

• Mode of exam: Pen and paper

• Exam languages: Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu

Courses covered through NEET UG 2026

NEET UG 2026 scores will be used for admission to:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc & AH)

• Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)

• Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS)

• Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS)

• Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS)

The exam is also mandatory for Military Nursing Service (MNS) candidates seeking admission to Bachelor of Science (BSc) Nursing courses at Armed Forces Medical Services hospitals.

NEET UG 2026 application fee

The application fee is as follows:

• General: ₹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 Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) / Third Gender: ₹1,000

• Candidates outside India: ₹9,500

Additional processing charges may apply.

How to apply for NEET UG 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in

2. Click on the NEET UG 2026 registration link

3. Complete registration using basic details

4. Fill in the application form carefully

5. Upload the required documents 

6. Pay the application fee online

7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page

Direct link here.

5 common mistakes to avoid in NEET UG 2026 application form

Students should avoid the following mistakes to ensure successful submission:

Incorrect personal details

• Always cross-check your name, date of birth, parents’ names, and category with your Class 10 certificate and Aadhaar before final submission.

Uploading wrong photograph or signature

• Follow the exact size, format, and background guidelines issued by NTA to avoid rejection.

Payment failure or incomplete transaction

• Do not refresh the page during payment. Wait for the confirmation message and download the confirmation page.

Selecting the wrong category

• Carefully check your valid caste or category certificate before choosing General, OBC, SC, ST, or EWS.

Submitting the form at the last minute

• Complete the registration at least 2–3 days before the deadline to avoid server issues.

Candidates are advised to apply early and carefully read the information bulletin available on the official website. Regularly checking neet.nta.nic.in will help students stay updated on all NEET UG 2026 announcements.