NEET UG 2026 exam date and application form are expected to be announced shortly by the National Testing Agency. Ahead of the registration process, NTA has issued an important advisory related to document updation. The official notification will be published on neet.nta.nic.in. The update was reviewed on 08 January 2026, and the examination is expected to follow the existing national-level entrance test pattern.
NEET UG 2026 Exam Date Expectations and Notification Update
The National Testing Agency is expected to conduct the NEET UG 2026 examination in May 2026. As per the tentative schedule being followed in recent years, the exam is likely to be held on 03 May 2026, which falls on the first Sunday of the month. Candidates should note that the official confirmation of the exam date will be made only through the NEET UG 2026 notification. The notification will also mark the beginning of the NEET 2026 application process.
NTA Advisory on Aadhaar, UDID and Category Certificate for NEET 2026
Before the release of the NEET UG 2026 application form, NTA issued an advisory on 05 January 2026 regarding document readiness. Candidates have been advised to ensure that all identity and category-related documents are updated and valid. The advisory applies to the following documents:
- Aadhaar Card
- UDID Card for Persons with Disabilities
- Category Certificate, wherever applicable
The Aadhaar card should clearly reflect correct personal details, including:
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Photograph
- Address
- Biometric information, where applicable
NEET UG 2026 Application Form Release and Registration Process
The NEET UG 2026 application form will be released online along with the official notification. The registration process will be conducted entirely through the official examination portal. Before applying, candidates should keep their documents, contact details and payment information ready. The application process will involve registration, form filling, fee payment and final submission. Steps to apply for NEET UG 2026 once the form is released are outlined below.
- Visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the New Registration link
- Accept the declaration and proceed
- Enter required details and generate login credentials
- Log in and complete the application form
- Pay the registration fee online
- Submit and download the confirmation page
NEET UG 2026 Registration Fees Category-Wise
NTA will collect the NEET UG 2026 application fee through online payment modes only. The fee structure is expected to remain similar to the previous examination cycle. Below is the category-wise NEET UG 2026 registration fee structure.
NEET UG 2026: What Candidates Should Do Now?
With the application form announcement expected soon, candidates are advised to complete document updation and keep scanned copies ready. Regularly checking neet.nta.nic.in will help candidates stay updated on the exam date, registration schedule and further instructions. The official NEET UG 2026 notification will provide complete clarity on timelines, eligibility and examination guidelines.
