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    NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements: ID Proof, Photographs, Signature, Marksheet

    NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements: ID Proof, Photographs, Signature, Marksheet

    Shamshad Ali DarUpdated on 26 Feb 2026, 02:53 PM IST

    The National Testing Agency (NTA) has listed NEET 2026 candidate ID requirements in the information bulletin at neet.nta.nic.in. These candidate ID requirements for NEET 2026 serve as an important tool for the smooth application process and prevent impersonation of applicants. The NEET 2026 candidate ID documents can be used for both registration and exam verification.

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    1. NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements for Application Process
    2. Candidate ID Requirements for NEET 2026: Live Photo Capture
    3. NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements: APAAR ID
    4. Candidate ID Requirements for NEET 2026 Exam Day
    NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements: ID Proof, Photographs, Signature, Marksheet
    NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements: ID Proof, Photographs, Signature, Marksheet

    While filling out the NEET 2026 application form, candidates are required to upload specific documents to verify their identity, educational qualification, age and residence. These documents required for NEET application form serves as a crucial feature to avoid errors and complete the process without stress. Read the article to know more about the NEET 2026 candidate ID requirements and other details.

    NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements for Application Process

    Candidates will be required to have a valid Aadhaar card and a 12-digit unique APAAR ID for the NEET registration. Other documents required for NEET application form such as voter ID, ration card, bank passbook with photograph and passport are also accepted by the authority. To fill out the application form of NEET 2026, applicants must submit the mandatory documents to ensure the person appearing for the exam is the same as the person who registered.

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    NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements: Document Specifications

    Documents

    Format & size

    Requirements

    Passport Photograph

    Size - 10 Kb to 200 Kb

    Format - JPG

    2.5 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

    Postcard photo

    4"x6" (Size 10 kb - 200 kb)

    4.25 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

    Signature

    Size - 4 Kb to 30 Kb

    Format - JPG

    2.5 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

    Left-hand thumb impression

    Size: 10 kb to 200 kb

    2.5 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

    Class 10 passing certificate

    Size - 50 kb to 300 kb

    2.5 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

    Category, PwBD, Citizenship certificates

    Size - 50 kb to 300 kb

    PDF format

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    Candidate ID Requirements for NEET 2026: Live Photo Capture

    The NTA has introduced NEET live photograph capture feature for applicants. The live photo is being used for extra identity verification and to prevent impersonation of applicants. During the application process, candidates must take a live photo and upload the same along with other NEET 2026 documents. The live photo must be matched with the photograph as per the Aadhar card database. In case, the live photograph does not match with the Aadhaar photograph, such candidate will be required to upload a valid supporting certificate specified by the authority.

    NEET 2026 Candidate ID Requirements: APAAR ID

    For NEET 2026, APAAR ID is a mandatory tool for storing academic records in digital format. APAAR is a 12-digit unique academic ID required for NEET registration. As a part of the ‘One Nation, One Student ID’ campaign, it links student’s DigiLocker accounts and stores all academic records digitally. To generate NEET APAAR ID, candidates will be required to submit details such as unique student identifier, date of birth, gender, mobile number, name as per Aadhaar, Aadhaar number and other details.

    Candidate ID Requirements for NEET 2026 Exam Day

    The NEET 2026 exam is scheduled for May 3, 2026. Medical aspirants who submit their application forms successfully and download admit cards will be allowed to appear in the NEET entrance exam. Such candidates have to produce the documents at the NEET exam centre for ID verification. The following documents can be checked here.

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