NEET UG 2026 Registration Soon, Eligibility, Dates and Steps
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• Updated on 20 Jan, 2026, 12:47 AM, by Amrita Das
NEET UG 2026 registration is expected to start soon on the official NTA website. The exam is conducted for admission to MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, and AYUSH UG courses. Eligible candidates must meet age and Class 12 qualification criteria to apply.
NEET UG 2026 registration is expected to begin soon by the National Testing Agency. NTA is the conducting authority for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate admissions. The exam is held annually for admission to medical and allied health science courses across India.
The NEET UG 2026 application form is likely to be released shortly on the official website neet.nta.nic.in. Traditionally, NTA releases the application form in February, but experts believe the registration process may start earlier this year.
Courses Offered Through NEET UG 2026
NEET UG is a national-level entrance examination conducted for admission to various undergraduate medical programmes. Qualified candidates can secure admission to MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, and AYUSH UG courses offered by recognised institutions across the country.
The exam serves as the single gateway for medical admissions, making it one of the most competitive entrance tests in India.
NEET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the prescribed eligibility conditions before applying for NEET UG 2026. The eligibility criteria are defined by NTA and apply uniformly to all applicants.
Applicants must be 17 years of age or above at the time of admission. Candidates should have passed Class 12 from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects.
The minimum qualifying marks required are 50% for General and EWS candidates. Candidates belonging to OBC, SC, and ST categories must have secured at least 40% marks in the qualifying examination.
Steps to Fill NEET UG 2026 Registration Form
Candidates must complete the application process online once registration begins. The steps involved in NEET UG 2026 registration are outlined below.
- Visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the new registration link available on the homepage.
- Accept the declaration and proceed further.
- Enter the required details and generate a login password.
- Log in again and complete the application form.
- Pay the prescribed registration fee.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page.
NEET UG Exam Date Trends from Previous Years
Previous year exam dates give an idea of the likely schedule for NEET UG 2026. Candidates can check the past exam dates below.
Year | NEET UG Exam Date |
2025 | 4 May 2025 |
2024 | 5 May 2024 |
2023 | 7 May 2023 |
Based on past trends, the NEET UG 2026 exam is expected to be conducted in May.
NEET UG 2026 Registration Update
NTA is expected to release an official notification soon confirming the NEET UG 2026 registration schedule. Candidates are advised to keep track of updates on the official website and ensure timely submission of the application form once the registration window opens.
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