NEET Application Form 2026 Live at neet.nta.nic.in; Last Date
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• Updated on 13 Feb, 2026, 1:23 PM, by Arman Kumar
The National Testing Agency has released the NEET UG 2026 application form at neet.nta.nic.in. The last date to register is March 8, 2026. Candidates must follow updated photo and document guidelines.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NEET UG 2026 application form on the official website — neet.nta.nic.in. Candidates seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and other undergraduate medical courses for the 2026–27 academic session must complete the registration process before the deadline. As per the official schedule, the last date to submit the NEET 2026 application form is March 8, 2026. The application window will close at 9:00 pm, while the fee payment can be made until 11:50 pm on the same day. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last moment, as the process involves uploading documents, Aadhaar-based eKYC verification, live photo capture and city selection.
NEET 2026 Registration: Key Details
NEET Application Fees 2026
- General: ₹1,700
- General-EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹1,600
- SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender: ₹1,000
NEET Qualifying Exam Codes
Applicants must select the appropriate qualifying exam code while filling out the form. These codes define eligibility status:
- Code 1: Candidates appearing in Class 12 in 2026
- Code 2: Droppers/repeaters who have already passed
- Code 7: Foreign candidates(Other codes apply to specific qualification backgrounds as per NTA guidelines.)
Incorrect code selection may lead to disqualification, so candidates must carefully review eligibility criteria before submission.
NEET 2026 Photo & Document Requirements
NTA has specified strict image upload guidelines. Documents must meet the following size and format requirements:
- Passport-size photograph: 10 KB to 200 KB (JPG/JPEG)
- Postcard-size photograph (4"x6"): 10 KB to 200 KB (JPG/JPEG)
- Signature: 10 KB to 100 KB (JPG/JPEG)
- Left and right-hand fingers & thumb impressions: 10 KB to 200 KB (JPG/JPEG)
Candidates should ensure that images are clear, recent and uploaded in the prescribed dimensions. Online tools may be used to compress or resize files before submission.
Issues Faced by Candidates
Several aspirants have reported difficulties related to:
- Live photo capture
- Aadhaar eKYC authentication
- Image resizing and format conversion
- Selecting exam city based on address or medium
First-time applicants are advised to keep all documents ready in the correct format before beginning the registration process.
What’s Next?
After successful submission, candidates should download and save the confirmation page for future reference. NTA may open a correction window after the registration deadline, allowing limited edits in specific fields. Aspirants must regularly check the official NEET portal for updates on correction dates, admit card release and exam schedule.
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