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    NEET Qualifying Exam Code 2026 Released: 1-7 Codes & Eligibility

    NEET Qualifying Exam Code 2026 Released: 1-7 Codes & Eligibility

    Manisha TiwariUpdated on 03 Mar 2026, 09:06 AM IST

    The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the qualifying exam code for NEET 2026 in the official information brochure at neet.nta.nic.in. The NEET qualifying exam code 2026 mention the eligibility of a candidate for the exam. The aspirants need to carefully mention their qualifying code for NEET 2026 while filling out their application form. Any error in selecting the NEET code 2026 may result in the application form being rejected.
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    1. NEET Qualifying Exam Code 2026: Highlights
    2. Qualifying Exam Code for NEET 2026: Eligibility Criteria
    3. NEET Code 2026
    4. Qualifying code for NEET 2026: Other eligibility criteria
    NEET Qualifying Exam Code 2026 Released: 1-7 Codes & Eligibility
    NEET qualification exam code 2026

    The qualifying exam code for NEET 2026 mentions the eligibility criteria for droppers, appearing candidates, candidates whose result is awaited, and others. In NEET application form, candidates need to select a NEET 2026 qualifying code for examination. The qualification codes are mentioned in the NEET information bulletin. Understanding the NEET qualification codes 2026 is important to know the minimum qualifying criteria to be eligible for admission to MBBS/BDS courses. Here in the article on qualification codes, NEET UG documents required, Careers360 provides information on which NEET exam codes can be filled by medical students.

    NEET Qualifying Exam Code 2026: Highlights

    • Code 1: For candidates who are appearing in Class 12 in 2026 or whose Class 12 result is awaited at the time of filling the NEET application form.
    • Code 2: Mainly for dropper students and such candidates who have already passed Class 12 (10+2) from CBSE/ICSE/State Board/NIOS/Open School.
    • Code 3: For candidates who have passed Intermediate or Pre-Degree examination in Science from a recognised University/Board
    • Code 4: For candidates who have completed a pre-professional or pre-medical examination after Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, English and practicals.
    • Code 5: For candidates who have passed the first year of a Bachelor’s degree and have also passed Class 12.
    • Code 6: For candidates who have qualified B.Sc. with at least two subjects among Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and have earlier passed Class 12 with PCB and English.
    • Code 7: For NRI candidates who have passed any examination equivalent to Class 12 science
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    Qualifying Exam Code for NEET 2026: Eligibility Criteria

    As per the NEET eligibility criteria, the general category candidates must pass in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English individually in Class 12. Also, the candidates must have obtained an aggregate of 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany and Zoology).

    Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC must secure a minimum of 40%, while Persons with Disability (PwD) must obtain 45%. Candidates who have completed their higher education abroad must have passed the qualifying exam with 50% taken together in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology.

    NEET Code 2026

    Candidates must be aware of NEET qualifying codes before filling out the application form in order to avoid inconvenience. Medical aspirants can understand the qualifying codes of the NEET 2026 exam in a simplified manner from the list provided below.

    NEET code 1

    Candidates who will be appearing in the qualifying examination i.e. Class 12 or waiting for the result have to select this code. However, after the announcement of the result, if the candidate fails, he/she will not be eligible for admission. Students have to furnish the relevant documents as evidence of qualifying for the examination.

    NEET code 2

    • The code 2 in NEET form is for such candidates who have completed a period of 12 years under the Higher/Secondary examination or the Indian School Certificate Examination (ISCE), which is equivalent to Class 10+2. However, the last two years of study must include English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, Mathematics or any other elective as a major subject as prescribed by the National Council of Education Research and Training (NCERT).

    • Aspirants who have passed 10+2 from the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) or state open school, as a private candidate from state boards; with Biology/Biotechnology as an additional subject can apply under NEET code 02.

    • NEET qualifying exam code 02 is also for droppers. For instance, if a candidate has passed the qualifying examination from CBSE/ICSE or any state board in the year 2024, but wishes to appear for NEET 2026, he/she can apply for the exam with Code 2.

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    NEET code 3

    Medical aspirants who have passed their Intermediate/Pre-Examination degree in Science stream from any recognised Indian University/Board or other body with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as a compulsory subject need to select code 3 for NEET 2026. The qualifying examination should also include a practical test in the mentioned subjects.

    NEET code 4

    This code can be chosen after the completion of pre-professional/pre-medical examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English after passing either the Higher Secondary examination or Pre-university or equivalent exam. The qualification of pre-professional or pre-medical examination should compulsorily include the practical tests in all subjects.

    NEET code 5

    Candidates who have passed the first year of a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology including practical tests must opt for code 5. Candidates should also verify that the first-year exam qualified is a university-level exam and they have also qualified Class 12 qualifying examination with the said subjects at a level not less than a core course.

    NEET code 6

    Any aspirant who has passed B.Sc. examination with not less than two subjects which includes Biology/Biotechnology, Physics and Chemistry can choose Code 6 from NEET qualification code 2026 as their eligibility code. Further, such candidates must have passed Class 10+2 qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English.

    NEET code 7

    Candidates who have passed any other examination, which is equivalent to the intermediate science examination of any university/board, can opt code 7 as NEET code 2026. It must be taken into consideration that students must have completed two years of study in Physics, Biology/Biotechnology, Chemistry and English and have passed practical tests also.

    Code for NEET 2026: Who can also opt for code 7?

    Qualifying exam code for NEET 2026 for foreign candidates is Code 7. The equivalence of a particular course with Class 12 boards is determined by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). If the qualifying examination is in grades, then the corresponding marks are derived by AIU.
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    Qualifying code for NEET 2026: Other eligibility criteria

    Besides the educational eligibility, candidates need to fulfil other basic eligibility criteria of NEET UG 2026, which are mentioned below.

    • Age limit: Aspirants should be a minimum of 17 years, while there is no upper age limit for NEET UG.

    • Nationality: Anyone willing to appear for MBBS/BDS exam must be an Indian citizen, NRIs, OCIs, PIO and Foreign nationals.

    • Number of attempts: There is no limit for the number of NEET attempts.

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What will be my NEET code 2026 if I am a dropper?
    A:

    The qualifying examination code for NEET 2026 for droppers is Code 2, if in case they have passed Class 12 from CBSE, ICSE or any other state board. However, in case they have completed 10+2 qualifying examinations as PUC or pre-degree, then the code should be 3.

    Q: What is qualifying exam code in NEET 2026?
    A:

    The Qualifying Exam Code in NEET 2026 is a specific code that candidates must choose in the NEET application form to indicate the examination they have passed or are currently appearing for. The qualifying code for NEET 2026 helps in determining the eligibility for NEET UG by telling the candidate’s educational background, such as whether they have completed Class 12 from CBSE/State Board, are appearing for it. 

    Q: I am in the second year of BSc and now willing to appear for the NEET exam, which code should be selected?
    A:

    In such cases, the qualifying codes of NEET 2026 should be code 5, as such candidates need to complete the first year with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects with practical tests.

    Q: I opted for an incorrect qualifying code in NEET application form, can it be edited?
    A:

    One can correct the details of NEET 2026 codes and other details in the application form through the correction window. 

    Q: What is code 01 in NEET form?
    A:

    Code 01 in the NEET form is for candidates who are currently appearing in Class 12 (or equivalent) in the same year as NEET and have not yet received their board exam result at the time of filling the application form.

    Q: What is code 3 in qualifying exams?
    A:

    The code 3 in NEET 2026 is designated for candidates who have passed their Intermediate/Pre-Examination degree in Science stream from an Indian University/Board or other body with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as a compulsory subject. 

    Q: What is code 07 in NEET?
    A:

    Code 07 is for NRI, OCIs and foreign national candidates who have passed any other examination equivalent to the intermediate science examination. It requires two years of study in Physics, Biology/Biotechnology, Chemistry and English, including practical tests.

    Q: What is code 02 in qualifying exams?
    A:

    Code 02 in NEET 2026 refers to candidates who have already passed their 10+2 in PCB subjects with the required pass percentage. The code 02 is used for droppers or students who have passed 12th in previous years and have taken a gap of year (or more) after completing last qualifying exam. 

    Q: What does code 4 mean in NEET?
    A:

    Code 04 is for candidates who have completed pre-professional/pre-medical examination with NEET subjects - Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English after Higher Secondary exam or Pre-university or equivalent exam including practical tests. 

    Q: What is the NEET code 05?
    A:

    Code 05 is for aspirants who have passed the first year of BSc degree from a recognised university with PCB subjects including practical tests. 

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