NEET UG 2026 Documents Checklist: List of All the Required Documents

NEET UG 2026 Documents Checklist: List of All the Required Documents

Ujjwal KirtiUpdated on 06 Jan 2026, 04:08 PM IST

The National Testing Agency releases the complete list of documents for NEET 2026 in the information bulletin at neet.nta.nic.in. Candidates need to go through NEET 2026 document checklist to avoid any discrepancies. As per the latest NEET 2026 advisory, candidates are advised to update their Aadhar card/UDID card/category certificate before filling the application form of NEET 2026.

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Candidates can check for the NEET UG 2026 latest notification on the websites given below:

  • nta.ac.in
  • neet.nta.nic.in
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  1. NEET 2026 Document Checklist: Highlights
  2. Why the NEET 2026 Documents Checklist Is Important?
  3. NEET 2026: Complete Document Checklist
  4. NEET 2026 Document Checklist for Application Form
  5. NEET 2026 Documents Checklist for Exam Day
  6. NEET 2026 Documents Checklist for Counselling
  7. NEET 2026 Documents Checklist: How to upload?
  8. NEET 2026 Document Checklist for NRI/OCI candidates appearing for Deemed Universities
  9. Common mistakes to avoid while uploading NEET 2026 documents
NEET UG 2026 Documents Checklist: List of All the Required Documents
NEET 2026 Documents Checklist: List of All the Required Documents

Check NEET 2026 advisory notice here

Applicants need to upload all the documents as per the NEET 2026 document checklist while filling the application form. Candidates willing to appear in NEET exam need to submit all the required documents, such as photograph, signature, academic certificates, category certificates, and others. To know all about the NEET 2026 document checklist, how to upload the documents, and other information, read the full article below.

NEET 2026 Document Checklist: Highlights

Candidates have to present various documents at different stages of NEET exam 2026. Check the brief overview of documents required for NEET exam in the table below.

NEET Documents Checklist 2026: Overview

Stage

Important Documents

NEET Application Form

Photograph, signature, thumb impression, ID proof, and other documents

Exam Day

Admit card, photo ID, passport-size photograph

Counselling

Class 10 & 12 certificates, category certificate, domicile

Admission

All original documents AND photocopies

Why the NEET 2026 Documents Checklist Is Important?

NTA follows a strict verification process for candidates at every stage to avoid any fraud or discrepancy. The NEET 2026 document checklist makes sure that candidates do not make any mistakes. Check the NTA NEET stages where documents need to be presented.

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Note: Any mismatch in name, date of birth, category, or photograph can result in rejection or delay.

NEET 2026: Complete Document Checklist

  • Recent colour photograph against a white background.

  • Scanned left and right hand finger and Thumb impressions

  • Scanned signature

  • Scanned category certificate

  • Class 10th certificate

  • Present Address and Permanent Address Proof

  • NRI/OCI/Foreigner Certificate/Documentary Proof

  • PwD Certificate

  • UDID card (Swavlamban)

  • Medical Certificate

  • EWS Certificate

  • Scanned photograph, signature, and qualification certificate of scribe (if opted for scribe)

  • Certificate of physical limitation to write, wherever applicable.

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NEET 2026 Document Checklist for Application Form

During the application process, candidates have to upload all the relevant documents. Check the NEET 2026 document checklist for the registration process below.

1. Photograph: Both Passport and Postcard Sized

  • Recent photograph

  • White or light background

  • Face clearly visible (no mask, cap, or sunglasses)

Specifications

Parameter

Requirement for passport-size photograph

Requirement for postcard-size photograph

Format

JPG/JPEG

JPG/JPEG

Size

10 KB to 200 KB

10 KB to 200 KB (4"x6")

Specification for tool

2.5 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

4.25 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

Style

Colour photograph

Colour photograph

2. Signature: Candidates must have signed with a blue/black pen on the white paper. Check the specifications for the signature below.

Parameter

Requirement

Format

JPG/JPEG

Size

4 KB to 30 KB

Specification for tool

2.5 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

3. Thumb Impression: The thumb impression needs to be printed with blue ink and should be clear and readable.

Parameter

Requirement

Format

JPG/JPEG

Size

10 KB to 200 KB

Specification for tool

2.5 x 3.5 inches with 72 DPI

4. Valid Photo Identity Proof: Candidates have to upload any one of the below mentioned photo ID proofs.

  • Aadhaar Card

  • PAN Card

  • Passport

  • Voter ID

  • Driving Licence

The same ID must be carried to the exam centre.

Also Read: Is Aadhar Mandatory for NEET 2026?

Other Document Checklist for NEET 2026 registration

Document Checklist

Specification

Size and Format

Class 10 Certificate/Marksheet

Clear scanned class 10th certificate

50 kb to 300 KB.

Category certificate in NEET 2026

SC/ST/OBC/EWS

50 kb to 300 KB in PDF format

PwBD certificate

Certificate obtained by the list of centres mentioned in the brochure

50 kb to 300 KB in PDF format

Citizenship certificate

Citizenship/Embassy certificate or any documentary proof of citizenship

50 kb to 300 KB in PDF format

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NEET 2026 Documents Checklist for Exam Day

Candidates can check the NEET document checklist 2026 that they need to carry on the NEET exam date 2026. Check the list of documents below.

  • NEET Admit Card

  • One passport-size photograph (same as application)

  • Original valid photo ID

  • PwD certificate (if applicable)

  • NTA NEET admit card undertaking is a self-declaration form

Candidates must note that digital copies or photocopies are not accepted at the NEET exam centre.

NEET 2026 Documents Checklist for Counselling

After the declaration of NEET result, shortlisted candidates need to submit all the required documents in the original format and photocopies during counselling.

Mandatory Documents for NEET 2026 Counselling

  • NEET 2026 Admit Card

  • NEET 2026 Scorecard

  • Class 10 Certificate

  • Class 12 Marksheet & Passing Certificate

  • Valid Photo ID

  • 8 Passport-size photographs

  • Provisional allotment letter

Category-Wise Documents Checklist for NEET 2026

  • SC/ST/OBC-NCL Candidates

  • EWS Candidates

  • PwD Candidates

Documents for State Quota Counselling

  • Domicile certificate

NEET 2026 Documents Checklist: How to upload?

It is mandatory to upload scanned copies of the required documents for NEET registration 2026, Candidates must upload the photo and signature as per NEET photo size set by NTA. Check the steps to upload NEET documents

  • Visit the NTA NEET 2026 official website - neet.nta.nic.in

  • Click on the NEET application form link

  • Login through the candidate login with NEET 2026 login ID

  • In the ‘documents to be uploaded’ section, upload the required documents

  • Click on the submit button

Also Read: Gap Certificate for NEET

NEET 2026 Document Checklist for NRI/OCI candidates appearing for Deemed Universities

  • Passport copy of sponsored embassy certificate

  • Sponsorship affidavit (stating that the sponsor is ready to bear the expenses for the whole duration of the study)

  • Relationship Affidavit (Relation of Candidate with the sponsor).

Common mistakes to avoid while uploading NEET 2026 documents

There are few mistakes that the candidate needs to avoid while uploading and submitting for the NEET MBBS admission. Check the common mistakes that need to be avoided.

  • Uploading blurred or old photographs

  • Name mismatch across certificates

  • Using expired OBC/EWS certificates

  • Incorrect category selection

  • Carrying different ID proof on exam day

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