Medical aspirants across India have received additional time to apply for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2026, after the National Testing Agency (NTA) officially extended the registration deadline. The extension provides relief to thousands of students who were unable to complete their applications before the earlier closing date.
NTA Extends Application Deadline to March 11
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date for submitting the NEET UG 2026 application form to March 11, 2026, until 9:00 PM. Candidates who have not yet registered can complete the process through the official website neet.nta.nic.in.
The agency also clarified that application fee payments can be made until 11:50 PM on the same day.
The Earlier Deadline Was March 8
Initially, the NEET UG 2026 registration process was scheduled to close on March 8, 2026, but the revised schedule now allows candidates additional time to submit their forms.
The application window for the exam had originally opened on February 8, 2026, allowing medical aspirants roughly one month to complete their registrations.
How to Complete the NEET UG 2026 Application
Applicants can submit their NEET UG 2026 application form by following the process below:
- Go to the official NEET portal at neet.nta.nic.in.
- On the homepage, select the link for NEET UG 2026 registration.
- Sign up by entering the necessary basic information to create your account.
- Log in using your credentials and carefully fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents, such as your passport-size photograph and signature, in the specified format.
- Proceed to pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.
- After completing the process, submit the form and save or download the confirmation page for future reference.
NEET UG 2026 Exam Date
The NEET UG 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted on May 3, 2026. The exam serves as the primary entrance test for admission to undergraduate medical courses such as MBBS, BDS, and other allied health programs in India.
Candidates are advised to complete their applications within the extended deadline, as NTA has indicated that no further extension will be granted.
Final Word
With the registration deadline now extended, NEET UG 2026 aspirants have a final opportunity to complete their applications. Candidates are advised to apply well before the March 11 deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure a successful submission.
