The National Testing Agency might soon officially announce the NEET UG 2026 registration and exam date on neet.nta.nic.in. The NEET exam is likely to be held on May 3, 2026.
NEET UG Exam
The NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) exam 2026 will be conducted for admission to undergraduate medical (MBBS), dental (BDS) Ayush courses in the private and medical colleges of India. The NTA has issued the NEET UG 2026 instructions and advisory to update the Aadhar Card/UDID/ or category certificate before doing the registration form for NEET UG 2026 exam.
The NEET UG application form will be uploaded on the official website of NTA – exams.nta.ac.in/NEET.
The exam is conducted in offline mode, and consists of 180 questions in total, with each question of 4 marks.
Highlights of NEET UG 2026
| Events | Dates |
| Exam Name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test |
| Conducting Body | NTA (National Testing Agency) |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Level | National Level Exam |
| Registration Fee | 1700 |
| No. of Participating Colleges | 2054 |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
Steps To Register for NEET UG 2026
Below mentioned are steps to register for NEET UG 2026
Step 1: Go to the official website – neet.nta.nic.in.
Step 2: Click on the ‘New Registration’. Read the instructions, and then click on ‘Proceed’.
Step 3: Enter your personal details to generate an Application Number and Password.
Step 4: Once your credentials are created, log in to enter your personal information, academic qualifications, and preferred exam city.
Step 5: Upload your other details like your photograph, signature and documents.
Step 6: Pay your application fee and submit the form.
Final Words
The landscape for NEET UG 2026 is getting clearer as we approach the final months of exam preparation. As the National Testing Agency (NTA) has tightened security and introduced a more streamlined exam format, staying informed is no longer an upper hand, but it is crucial for the peace of mind of all medical aspirants.
