NEET UG Registration 2026 on neet.nia.nic.in closes this week: Check last date, steps to apply, application fees, exam details, mistakes to avoid and more

The National Eligibility-Cum-Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 registration process will close on March 8, 2026. Candidates who are appearing for the exam must complete the online application process before the given deadline on the official website neet.nia.nic.in. The registration process is being carried out by the National Testing Agency. According to the official public notice released on February 8, 2026, applications are being accepted only through the online mode.

NEET UG Registration Date

The registration period for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 will end on March 8, giving candidates just a few days to submit their applications. Candidates should keep these dates in their minds:

Registration start date: February 8, 2026


Last date to apply: March 8, 2026 (up to 9:00 PM)

Last date for fee payment: March 8, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)

Correction window: March 10 to March 12, 2026

Exam date: May 3, 2026

NEET UG 2026: How to apply

Candidates can follow these steps to apply:

Visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in

Click on the NEET UG 2026 registration link

Complete registration using basic details

Fill in the application form carefully

Upload the required documents

Pay the application fee online

Submit the form and download the confirmation page

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NEET UG 2026 exam application fee

The application fee for NEET UG 2026 for general category is Rs 1,700.

General–Economically Weaker Section (EWS) / Other Backward Classes–Non Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL): ₹1,600

Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) / Third Gender: ₹1,000

Candidates outside India: ₹9,500

NEET UG 2026 exam details

Exam duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)

Exam timing: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Indian Standard Time)

Mode of exam: Pen and paper

Exam languages: Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu

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NEET UG 2026 application form: Mistakes you should avoid

Incorrect Personal Details

Always cross-check your name, date of birth, parents’ names, and category with your Class 10 certificate and Aadhaar before submitting.

Uploading Wrong Photograph or Signature

Follow the exact size, format, and background guidelines issued by NTA to prevent rejection.

Payment Failure or Incomplete Transaction

Do not refresh the page during payment. Wait for the confirmation message and download the confirmation page.

Selecting the Wrong Category

Carefully verify your valid caste or category certificate before choosing General, OBC, SC, ST, or EWS.

Submitting the Form at the Last Minute

Complete registration 2–3 days before the deadline to avoid server issues and errors.

Tips for Successful Application:

Apply early and read the information bulletin carefully.

Regularly check neet.nta.nic.in for all NEET UG 2026 updates and announcements.