The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NEET 2026 application form on its official website, neet.nta.nic.in. Candidates who wish to appear for the undergraduate medical entrance examination must complete the registration process before March 8, 2026.
The agency has advised aspirants not to wait until the last date to avoid technical issues and payment failures. NEET 2026 is conducted for admission to MBBS, BDS, Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy courses for the academic session 2026–27.
NEET 2026 Registration Last Date and Timing
The last date to submit the NEET 2026 application form is March 8, 2026, up to 9:00 PM. The fee payment window will remain open until 11:50 PM on the same day. Candidates must complete both form submission and fee payment to ensure successful registration.
Changes in NEET 2026 Application Process
Applicants may require additional time due to recent changes in the registration process, including:
- Live photo capture
- Aadhaar-based eKYC verification
- Selection of exam city based on address
- Question paper medium selection
New applicants and repeaters are advised to begin early to avoid last-minute complications.
Issues Faced While Filling NEET 2026 Form
Many candidates have reported confusion regarding certain fields in the application form. Key clarifications are provided below.
What to Fill in NEET Qualifying Code?
Candidates must select the correct qualifying examination code that matches their academic status. There are seven codes:
- Code 1 – Candidates appearing in Class 12 in 2026
- Code 2 – Droppers or repeaters
- Code 7 – Foreign candidates
- Other codes apply to specific eligibility categories
Choosing the correct code is essential for eligibility verification.
NEET 2026 Application Fee
The category-wise registration fee is as follows:
- General: INR 1,700
- General-EWS/OBC-NCL: INR 1,600
- SC/ST/PwBD/PwD/Third Gender: INR 1,000
Payment must be completed online through the available payment modes.
NEET 2026 Photo and Document Requirements
Candidates must upload documents strictly as per the prescribed size and format. Images not meeting specifications may lead to rejection.
Required Documents and Specifications
- Scanned Passport Size Photograph: 10 KB to 200 KB (JPG/JPEG)
- Scanned Postcard Size Photograph (4"x6"): 10 KB to 200 KB (JPG/JPEG)
- Scanned Signature: 10 KB to 100 KB (JPG/JPEG)
- Left and Right-Hand Fingers and Thumb Impressions: 10 KB to 200 KB (JPG/JPEG)
Applicants should resize or compress images before uploading to match the required dimensions.
Important Advisory
Candidates are strongly advised to:
- Use only the official website for registration
- Keep scanned documents ready in the correct format
- Complete Aadhaar verification carefully
- Avoid waiting until the last date
Early registration will help prevent server congestion and technical delays as the deadline approaches.