NEET Apply Date 2026: Registration Start and Last Dates & Process

NEET Apply Date 2026: Registration Start and Last Dates & Process

Deep PathakUpdated on 09 Feb 2026, 12:51 PM IST

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the NEET apply date 2026 on February 8 through a notification released at neet.nta.nic.in. As per the NTA’s notification, the NEET apply date 2026 is from February 8, 2026. Medical aspirants can apply online for NEET UG 2026 till March 8, 2026. Applicants are advised to apply early and avoid last minute registrations for NEET 2026 exam.

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The NEET UG 2026 registration process has been ongoing on the official website. Check that the NEET 2026 application process consists of the stages mentioned below:

  • Registration
  • Filling up of online form
  • Uploading of documents
  • Payment of fees
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NEET Apply Date 2026: Registration Start and Last Dates & Process
NEET Apply Date 2026: Registration Start and Last Dates & Process

NEET 2026 Apply Date: Highlights

Particulars

Details

NEET apply start date 2026

February 8, 2026

Last date to apply

March 8, 2026

NEET 2026 exam date

May 3, 2026

Official website

neet.nta.nic.in

Mode of application

Online only

Verification method

Aadhaar-based eKYC

Mandatory uploads

Live photo, signature, thumb impressions

Payment modes

Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Paytm

Key documents required to apply

Aadhaar/ID, photographs, Class 10–12 details, category certificates

NEET Apply Date 2026: Complete Schedule

The NTA has released the complete schedule in its NEET 2026 information bulletin. The important dates to apply for NEET 2026 can be checked below.

NEET 2026 Apply Date

Event

Date

Notification release

February 8, 2026

NEET apply start date

February 8, 2026

Last date to apply for NEET 2026

March 8, 2026

NEET exam date 2026

May 3, 2026

How to Apply for NEET 2026?

Candidates need to apply online for NEET 2026 exam. The step-by-step process to apply for NEET 2026 is as follows -

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Step 2: Register as a New Candidate

  • Click on “New Registration”.

  • Enter details such as the applicant's name, mobile number, email ID, date of birth, and security question.

  • After successful registration, an Application Number and login credentials via SMS/email will be sent.

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Step 3: Complete Aadhaar-based eKYC Verification

  • Enter the Aadhaar Number for eKYC verification.

  • The basic details (name, DOB, gender) will be auto-filled from Aadhaar.

  • If there’s a mismatch, candidates need to upload a valid supporting certificate.

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Step 4: Fill in the Application Form

  • Provide all necessary details such as

Personal information: Name, category, nationality, parent details.

Academic details: Class 10 & 12 passing year, school board, roll number.

Exam details: Medium of exam, exam city preferences (based on your present and permanent address).

Address details: Ensure both addresses are correct. As per the new NEET 2026 exam city selection rule, the system will use the current and permanent address to allot the exam city.

Step 5: Capture and Upload Required Images

  • Upload documents as per NTA’s new rules.

Live Photograph Capture: Must be taken in real-time using webcam/mobile camera.

Signature: On white paper with black ink pen.

Left-hand thumb impression.

Address Proof or Category Certificate (if applicable).

Step 6: Pay the Application Fee

Pay the NEET 2026 application form fees in online mode using any payment modes such as Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Paytm. The NEET 2026 registration fee varies by category (General / OBC / SC-ST / PwD / NRI).

Step 7: Submit and Download Confirmation Page

Review all details carefully before final submission. Once submitted, download the NEET 2026 confirmation page and the application form PDF. Also take a printout of the fee payment receipt and keep multiple copies for future reference.

Documents Required to Apply for NEET UG 2026

While applying for the NEET UG 2026, candidates need the following documents to fill the details in application form and document uploading.

  • Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID

  • Passport-size Photograph

  • Postcard-size Photograph

  • Candidate Signature

  • Left Thumb Impression

  • Right Thumb Impression

  • Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate

  • Class 12 Marksheet / Passing Certificate

  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL, if applicable)

  • EWS Certificate (if applicable)

  • PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

  • NRI/OCI/PIO/Foreign National Certificate (if applicable)

  • Address Proof

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