National Testing Agency (NTA)
NEET UG 2026 — Complete Guide (Re-Exam June 21)
Important Dates
Eligibility
Minimum age 17 years as on December 31, 2026. No upper age limit (NMC ruling, 2022). Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects. Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for General and OBC candidates; 45% for Persons with Disability (PwD); 40% for SC/ST candidates. Indian nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals are eligible. Students appearing in Class 12 final exams can also apply provisionally.
Syllabus
Physics (Class 11): Physical World and Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body, Gravitation, Properties of Bulk Matter, Thermodynamics, Behaviour of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory, Oscillations and Waves. Physics (Class 12): Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents, Electromagnetic Waves, Optics, Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation, Atoms and Nuclei, Electronic Devices. Chemistry (Class 11): Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry, Structure of Atom, Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, States of Matter, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Redox Reactions, Hydrogen, s-Block Elements, Some p-Block Elements, Organic Chemistry, Hydrocarbons, Environmental Chemistry. Chemistry (Class 12): Solid State, Solutions, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry, General Principles of Isolation of Elements, p-Block Elements, d-and f-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds, Haloalkanes and Haloarenes, Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers, Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids, Amines, Biomolecules, Polymers, Chemistry in Everyday Life. Biology — Botany and Zoology (Class 11): Diversity of Living Organisms, Structural Organisation in Plants and Animals, Cell Structure and Function, Plant Physiology, Human Physiology. Biology — Botany and Zoology (Class 12): Reproduction, Genetics and Evolution, Biology and Human Welfare, Biotechnology and Its Applications, Ecology and Environment. Note: NTA released an updated NEET UG 2026 syllabus in January 2026 aligned with new NCERT textbooks. Candidates must refer to the official updated syllabus PDF at neet.nta.nic.in.
Official Links
NEET UG 2026 — What You Need to Know Right Now
NEET UG 2026 has had a turbulent journey. The original exam, scheduled for May 3, 2026, was cancelled by NTA with Government of India approval after serious allegations of a question paper leak surfaced. This was a hard call, but the right one — over 24 lakh students had registered and deserved a fair shot.
The re-examination is officially confirmed for June 21, 2026. If you registered for the original exam, you do not need to register again. Your candidature, registration details, and exam centre preferences are automatically carried forward. No extra fee will be charged, and the original fee has been refunded.
This is one of India's most important medical entrance exams — the only gateway to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS), Veterinary (BVSc), and BPharma seats across government and private medical colleges in India.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | February 8, 2026 |
| Application Closes | March 11, 2026 (9:00 PM) |
| Original Exam (Cancelled) | May 3, 2026 |
| Re-Exam Date | June 21, 2026 |
| Admit Card for Re-Exam | On or before June 14, 2026 |
| Results (Expected) | Early to Mid July 2026 |
| MCC Counselling Begins (Expected) | July 21, 2026 |
Verify all dates at neet.nta.nic.in before acting on them.
Eligibility
Age:
- Minimum 17 years as on December 31, 2026
- No upper age limit — the Supreme Court and NMC removed the upper age cap in 2022
- Students appearing in Class 12 final exams can apply provisionally
Educational Qualification: You must have passed or be appearing in Class 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.
Minimum Marks in Class 12:
| Category | Minimum PCB Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| OBC / EWS | 50% |
| SC / ST | 40% |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 45% |
Nationality: Indian nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals can appear.
Application Fee (Already Closed — For Reference)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,700 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,000 |
| Candidates Abroad | ₹9,500 |
Payment was accepted via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI on neet.nta.nic.in. Since the re-exam requires no fresh registration, no new payment is needed.
Exam Pattern
NEET UG is a pen-and-paper (OMR-based) exam. The paper has 200 questions but you only attempt 180 — each subject has a Section B with internal choice.
| Subject | Section A (Compulsory) | Section B (Attempt any 10 of 15) | Total Questions to Attempt | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 35 MCQs | 15 MCQs → attempt 10 | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 35 MCQs | 15 MCQs → attempt 10 | 45 | 180 |
| Botany | 35 MCQs | 15 MCQs → attempt 10 | 45 | 180 |
| Zoology | 35 MCQs | 15 MCQs → attempt 10 | 45 | 180 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
Marking Scheme:
- Correct answer: +4 marks
- Wrong answer: –1 mark
- Unattempted: 0 marks
- Section B unattempted: 0 penalty (only the 10 you attempt are scored)
Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes
Mode: Offline — pen on OMR sheet (not computer-based)
Syllabus Overview
NEET UG 2026 tests you on Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT-level content across three subjects. NTA released an updated syllabus for 2026 in January 2026, aligned with revised NCERT textbooks. Download it from neet.nta.nic.in before you finalize your preparation plan.
Physics: Physical World, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work & Energy, Gravitation, Thermodynamics, Oscillations, Waves, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, EM Induction, Optics, Modern Physics
Chemistry: Basic Concepts, Atomic Structure, Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Organic Chemistry basics, Hydrocarbons, Solid State, Solutions, Electrochemistry, Coordination Compounds, Biomolecules
Biology (Botany + Zoology): Diversity of Life, Cell Biology, Plant Physiology, Human Physiology, Reproduction, Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, Biotechnology
Admit Card
Admit cards for the re-exam will be released on or before June 14, 2026 on neet.nta.nic.in. Download it using your application number and date of birth. Check all details — name, photo, signature, exam centre — immediately after download. Carry a printed copy to the exam hall along with a valid photo ID.
Note: Since this is a re-exam, fresh admit cards will be issued even for candidates who downloaded the original admit card. The original admit card is not valid for June 21.
Results
Results are expected in early to mid July 2026 — exact date will be announced on neet.nta.nic.in. Your result will include your subject-wise scores, total score, percentile, and All India Rank (AIR). MCC counselling for AIIMS, JIPMER, and All India Quota seats is expected to begin around July 21, 2026 at mcc.nic.in.
Preparation Tips (If You're Appearing June 21)
With the exam 11 days away, this is not the time for new topics. Focus on:
- Revise NCERT thoroughly — NEET questions are deeply NCERT-based. Biology in particular is almost line-for-line from NCERT. Read the textbook diagrams too.
- Solve previous year papers — NEET repeats concepts across years. Solve at least 5 years of previous papers under timed conditions.
- Focus on high-weightage chapters — In Physics: Mechanics, Optics, Modern Physics. In Chemistry: Organic Chemistry, Equilibrium. In Biology: Genetics, Human Physiology, Ecology.
- Do not start anything new — If you haven't covered a topic properly yet, don't start it now. Strengthen what you already know.
- Attempt mock tests on Section B — Practice which 10 questions to pick in Section B. Don't waste time on all 15.
- Stay calm on exam day — The exam centre security will be higher than usual given the re-exam situation. Reach early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to re-register for the June 21 re-exam? No. All candidates who registered for the original May 3 exam are automatically registered for the re-exam. No new registration or fee is required.
Q: Will my exam centre change? NTA will issue a fresh admit card with your exam centre details. Your previously selected city preference will be honoured as far as possible. Check the new admit card carefully.
Q: Is there an upper age limit for NEET UG 2026? No. The Supreme Court and the National Medical Commission (NMC) removed the upper age limit in 2022. Any candidate meeting the minimum age (17 years) and educational criteria can appear.
Q: Can a student who failed Class 12 appear for NEET UG? No. You must have passed (or be appearing in) Class 12 with PCB as core subjects. Candidates who have failed Class 12 are not eligible.
Q: What happens to state quota seats? The 85% state quota seats are filled through separate state counselling — each state has its own counselling authority. MCC only handles 15% All India Quota + AIIMS + JIPMER + ESIC seats.
Official Links
- Official NEET Portal: neet.nta.nic.in
- NTA Main Site: nta.ac.in
- MCC Counselling: mcc.nic.in
Disclaimer: All information is based on official NTA notices and the NEET UG 2026 information bulletin. Dates and processes are subject to change — always verify from neet.nta.nic.in before taking any action.