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NEET 2026

● Introduction to NEET: What is NEET? (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)
● Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
● Purpose: Admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other medical courses in India
● NEET 2026 Exam Date: Expected exam date (to be announced by NTA)
● Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen & Paper-based)
● Official Website: nta.ac.in

NEET 2026
Exam Name
National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG)
Conducting Body
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Purpose
Admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other medical courses in India
NEET 2026 Exam Date
Expected exam date (to be announced by NTA)
Mode of Exam 
Offline (Pen & Paper-based)
Official Website
Visit NTA Website

NEET Syllabus 2026

NEET Syllabus 2026
Subjects Covered
Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology)
Class-Wise Distribution
  • Physics: Topics from Class 11 & 12 (Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, etc.)
  • Chemistry: Organic, Inorganic, and Physical Chemistry from NCERT syllabus
  • Biology: Human Physiology, Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, etc.
NCERT Importance
Emphasis on NCERT textbooks for preparation
Syllabus Updates
Expected exam date (to be announced by NTA)
Mode of Exam 
Check for any changes made by NTA

NEET Exam Pattern 2026

  • Total Questions: 200 (180 to be attempted)
  • Subject-Wise Questions:
    • Physics: 50 (45 to be attempted)
    • Chemistry: 50 (45 to be attempted)
    • Biology: 100 (90 to be attempted)
  • Marking Scheme:
    • +4 for each correct answer
    • -1 for each wrong answer
  • Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Medium of Exam: Available in multiple languages (English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, etc.)

NEET Eligibility Criteria 2026

  • Nationality: Indian, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and Foreign Nationals are eligible.
  • Age Limit:
    • Minimum age: 17 years (as of December 31, 2026)
    • No upper age limit (as per recent updates)
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English
    • Minimum marks required:
      • General: 50%
      • SC/ST/OBC: 40%
      • PwD: 45%
  • Number of Attempts: No limit

NEET Registration 2026

  • Mode of Registration: Online only through the official NTA website
    (nta.ac.in or
    neet.nta.nic.in)
  • Start Date: Expected in December 2025 or January 2026
  • Steps: Includes filling out the form, uploading documents, and paying the application fee
  • Correction Window: NTA provides a limited time for correction of details

NEET 2026 Dates – Check All Important Events

  • Expected Last Date: March 2026 (exact dates to be announced by NTA)
  • Late Fee: NEET does not have a late fee system, so students must apply before the deadline
  • Correction Window: Usually open for a few days after the registration deadline

NEET UG 2026 Registration Step-by-Step Procedure

  1. Visit the Official Website:
    neet.nta.nic.in
  2. Click on “New Registration” and enter personal details
  3. Fill Application Form: Enter educational details, category, address, etc.
  4. Upload Documents: Photograph, signature, category certificate (if applicable)
  5. Pay Application Fee: Online payment through debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking
  6. Submit & Print Confirmation Page: Save the confirmation for future reference

NEET 2026 Application Fees

(Based on 2025 fee structure, may change for 2026)

  • General Category – ₹1700
  • OBC-NCL/EWS – ₹1600
  • SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender – ₹1000
  • Foreign Nationals – ₹9500
  • Mode of Payment: Credit/Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking

Documents Required for NEET Application Form 2026

  • Passport-size Photograph (recent, as per specifications)
  • Signature (scanned, black ink on white paper)
  • Left-hand Thumb Impression (optional in some cases)
  • Category Certificate (if applicable – SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
  • PwD Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (if required by state quota)
  • 10th & 12th Marksheet (for verification)

NEET Application Form Document Specification 2026

  • Photograph:
    • Format: JPG/JPEG
    • Size: 10 KB – 200 KB
    • Background: White preferred
    • Postcard size (4” x 6”) may be required
  • Signature:
    • Format: JPG/JPEG
    • Size: 4 KB – 30 KB
    • Background: White with black pen
  • Thumb Impression (if required):
    • Format: JPG/JPEG
    • Size: 10 KB – 50 KB

List of Courses Available Under NEET 2026

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery)
  • BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
  • BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery)
  • BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery)
  • BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine & Surgery)
  • BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery)
  • BVSc & AH (Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry)
  • B.Sc Nursing (NEET-based admissions in some colleges)
  • BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) (in some states/universities)

Number of Seats Under NEET 2026
(Based on 2025 data, may increase for 2026)

  • MBBS Seats – Over 1,06,333 (Government + Private)
  • BDS Seats – Over 27,868
  • AIIMS Seats – 2,007 (various AIIMS institutions)
  • JIPMER Seats – 249 (Puducherry & Karaikal campuses)
  • BAMS/BHMS/BUMS Seats – Over 50,000 across India
  • Veterinary (BVSc & AH) Seats – Around 600+

(Exact numbers for 2025 will be confirmed by NMC & NTA)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • These assessments help gauge the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and suitability for the program.
  • Once all evaluations are completed, successful candidates receive admission offers, which they must confirm within the stipulated deadline by completing enrollment formalities such as fee payment, document verification, and signing of necessary agreements.
  • These assessments help gauge the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and suitability for the program. Once all evaluations are completed, successful candidates receive admission offers, which they must confirm within the stipulated deadline by completing enrollment formalities such as fee payment, document verification, and signing of necessary agreements.
  • These assessments help gauge the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and suitability for the program.
  • Once all evaluations are completed, successful candidates receive admission offers, which they must confirm within the stipulated deadline by completing enrollment formalities such as fee payment, document verification, and signing of necessary agreements.
  • These assessments help gauge the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and suitability for the program. Once all evaluations are completed, successful candidates receive admission offers, which they must confirm within the stipulated deadline by completing enrollment formalities such as fee payment, document verification, and signing of necessary agreements.
  • These assessments help gauge the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and suitability for the program.
  • Once all evaluations are completed, successful candidates receive admission offers, which they must confirm within the stipulated deadline by completing enrollment formalities such as fee payment, document verification, and signing of necessary agreements.
  • These assessments help gauge the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and suitability for the program. Once all evaluations are completed, successful candidates receive admission offers, which they must confirm within the stipulated deadline by completing enrollment formalities such as fee payment, document verification, and signing of necessary agreements.
  • These assessments help gauge the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and suitability for the program.
  • Once all evaluations are completed, successful candidates receive admission offers, which they must confirm within the stipulated deadline by completing enrollment formalities such as fee payment, document verification, and signing of necessary agreements.
  • These assessments help gauge the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and suitability for the program. Once all evaluations are completed, successful candidates receive admission offers, which they must confirm within the stipulated deadline by completing enrollment formalities such as fee payment, document verification, and signing of necessary agreements.

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