The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon start the NEET UG 2026 application process for candidates seeking admission to undergraduate medical courses such as MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and veterinary programmes across India. The application link will be activated at neet.nta.nic.in as the official notification for NEET 2026 is released.
Expected Start and Important Dates for NEET 2026 Registration
According to education portals and past trends, the NEET 2026 registration is expected to begin in the first week of February 2026 and remain open for a few weeks. The exam itself is likely to be conducted on 3 May 2026, following the pattern of previous years. Aspirants should monitor the official NTA NEET portal for the precise start and end dates once the notification is published.
- NEET 2026 registration expected: Early February 2026
- Last date to apply (anticipated): First week of March 2026
- Exam date (likely): 3 May 2026
Application Fees for NEET 2026
As per trends and expected structure shared ahead of the notification, the NEET UG 2026 application fees will be charged category‑wise when filling the form:
- General: ₹1700
- General‑EWS / OBC‑NCL: ₹1600
- SC / ST / PwD / Third gender: ₹1000
Candidates should pay the fees online through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI or Wallet services as available on the form portal.
How to Fill the NEET 2026 Application Form?
Once the NEET 2026 registration link goes live, aspirants can follow these general steps to complete the form:
- Visit the official portal: Go to neet.nta.nic.in.
- Register: Create a profile by entering a valid Email ID, Mobile number and basic details.
- Login: Use the generated Application Number and Password to log in.
- Enter details: Fill in personal, educational, contact and exam centre preferences.
- Upload documents: Upload photograph, signature and required certificates in prescribed size and format.
- Pay fees: Pay the application fee online as applicable.
- Submit and print: Review all information, submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
NEET 2026 Documents and Preparation Tips
Aspirants should keep the following ready before filling the NEET 2026 form:
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
- Class 10 and 12 certificate details
- Scanned photograph and signature meeting NTA specifications
- Category certificate (if applicable)
It is important that all details entered in the application form match official records to avoid discrepancies during admit card issuance or counselling stages.
What Happens After NEET 2026 Registration?
After the NEET 2026 application window closes, the NTA will publish the admit card typically in April 2026, containing exam city, date, shift and other details. The final results are expected in June 2026, followed by counselling for admission through the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and state quotas. Aspirants should regularly check the official NEET portal and trusted education news sources to stay updated about notification release, deadlines and guidelines ahead of form submission.