New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the schedule for NEET UG 2026, the national-level entrance examination for undergraduate medical admissions across India. The exam is set to take place on May 3, 2026 (Sunday) in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

With the registration window opening on February 8, 2026, aspiring candidates are advised to prepare their documents and complete the application process well before the deadline of March 8, 2026.

Important Dates for NEET UG 2026

• Application Start Date: February 8, 2026
• Last Date to Apply: March 8, 2026
• Correction Window: March 10 - March 12, 2026
• Exam Date: May 3, 2026
• Duration: 3 Hours

Candidates must complete the online registration process, upload required documents, and successfully pay the application fee to confirm submission.

NEET 2026 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

NEET UG 2026 will be conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode. The question paper will consist of:

• Physics: 45 questions
• Chemistry: 45 questions
• Biology (Botany & Zoology): 90 questions
• Total Questions: 180
• Maximum Marks: 720

Each correct answer carries 4 marks, while 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect response. Unanswered questions will receive no marks.

Application Fee Structure

The application fee varies by category:

• General: ₹1700
• General-EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹1600
• SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender: ₹1000
• Candidates Outside India: ₹9500

Payment must be made online through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.

How to Apply for NEET UG 2026

MeduHub outlines the simplified application process for candidates:

Step 1: Registration

• Visit the official NEET portal.
• Complete new candidate registration.
• Provide valid email ID and mobile number.
• Generate login credentials.

Step 2: Complete Application Form

• Fill personal, academic, and contact details carefully.
• Select exam city preferences.
• Choose the language of the question paper.

Step 3: Upload Documents

Applicants must upload:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Thumb/finger impressions
• Class 10 certificate and mark sheet
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate (if applicable)

Ensure documents are clear and uploaded in the specified format.

Step 4: Fee Payment

• Pay the required application fee online.
• Verify successful payment before logging out.
• Download and save the confirmation page.

Key Instructions for Aspirants

• Only one application form is permitted per candidate.
• Live photograph upload is mandatory during registration.
• Candidates should ensure that their personal details match official identity documents.
• The exam will be conducted in multiple languages across various cities in India and abroad.

NEET remains the single entrance examination for admission to MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical programs in government and private institutions nationwide.

Students are encouraged to monitor official announcements regularly for updates regarding admit cards, city allotment, and result declaration.