NEET UG 2026 Document Advisory by NTA (Released): Aadhaar and Category Certificate Requirements

NEET UG 2026 document advisory: Overview

NEET UG 2026 Aadhaar advisory

Candidates while applying wonders "Is Aadhaar mandatory for NEET 2026"? As per the official guidelines of NTA, Aadhaar card is a mandatory document for candidates appearing for NEET UG 2026. Applicants must ensure that their Aadhaar details are accurate, valid, and updated before filling out the NEET UG 2026 application form. NTA has clearly mentioned that the Aadhaar card details must correctly reflect the following information of the candidate:

• Name

• Date of Birth

• Gender

• Photograph

• Address

• Biometric information (wherever applicable)

Any mismatch between Aadhaar data and the information entered in the NEET UG application form 2026 may lead to issues during registration, admit card issuance, or counselling. The advisory on NTA NEET 2026 official website clearly directs candidates who require corrections or updates in their Aadhaar details to follow the UIDAI guidelines and complete the update process well in advance.

Where to Update Aadhaar Card Details for NEET 2026?

Details such as name, date of birth, gender, photograph, and biometrics must be updated by candidates before filling the NEET UG application form. Candidates can update their Aadhaar details through the UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) both in online and offline mode.

• Online: The online NEET Aadhaar card verification can be done through the official UIDAI Aadhaar update portal (for address and limited details)

• Offline: By visiting the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra / Aadhaar Enrolment Centre

NEET UG 2026 category certificate advisory

Candidates applying under reserved categories such as EWS, SC, ST, and OBC - NCL, must ensure that their category certificate is valid and updated as per the latest norms. The category certificate submitted during the NEET UG 2026 application process must match the details entered in the form.

Failure to provide a valid category certificate in NEET 2026 may result in the cancellation of reservation benefits and such candidates will be considered under the unreserved category. Apart from this, such candidates who fail to produce their NEET 2026 category certificates, might be rejected during the counselling process. Therefore, aspirants are strongly advised to verify the validity period, issuing authority, and category details mentioned in their certificate before applying.

Must Check: EWS Certificate for NEET | PwD Certificate for NEET

Where to Update Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS)?

Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, or EWS categories must obtain or update their category certificate from the competent authority notified by the respective State/UT government, such as:

• District Magistrate (DM)

• Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)

• Tehsildar / Revenue Officer

NEET 2026 UDID Card Guidelines for PwD Candidates

For candidates applying under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category, the NTA has also advised that the UDID (Unique Disability ID) card must be valid, updated, and renewed, wherever applicable. This document is essential to avail PwD reservation benefits in NEET UG 2026.

Where to Update or Apply for NEET 2026 UDID Card (PwD Candidates)?

The UDID card must be valid and updated to claim PwD reservation benefits in NEET UG 2026. Candidates applying under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category must update or renew their UDID (Unique Disability ID) card through:

• The official UDID portal of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities

• Designated government hospitals or medical boards (as per state guidelines)