NEET UG 2026 Registration LIVE: NTA Opens Form Link & New eKYC Rules
NEET UG 2026 Registration is LIVE! NTA opened the portal on Feb 8; the deadline is March 8. The exam is set for May 3. Key updates include mandatory Aadhaar eKYC and live photo capture. General fee: Rs 1,700. Only one form per candidate is allowed. Apply now at neet.nta.nic.in to secure your seat.
The wait for millions of medical aspirants is finally over. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially launched the NEET UG 2026 Registration portal. In a major move to curb impersonation, this year’s application process comes with high-tech updates, including Aadhaar-based eKYC and Live Photograph Capture.
If you are aiming for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, or BVSc admissions, here is your ultimate guide to the 2026 session.
Also Read: Documents Required for NEET 2026 Application Form: Size, Format, and NTA Specifications
Breaking News: What’s New in NEET 2026?
NTA has tightened the screws on security. Unlike previous years, the NEET 2026 Application Form requires:
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Mandatory Aadhaar eKYC: Your mobile number must be linked to your Aadhaar for real-time identity verification.
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Live Photo Capture: You must now capture a live image via webcam or mobile during the registration process.
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Strict Image Specs: Your face must cover 80% of the frame; no caps, goggles, or tinted spectacles allowed.
NEET UG 2026: Critical Dates & Schedule
Mark your calendars. Missing these deadlines could cost you a year.
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Important Dates |
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Registration Starts |
February 8, 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply |
March 8, 2026 (9:00 PM) |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
March 8, 2026 (11:50 PM) |
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Correction Window |
March 10 – March 12, 2026 |
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NEET UG 2026 Exam Date |
May 3, 2026 (Sunday) |
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Exam Timing |
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (180 Mins) |
Application Fee Structure (2026)
Payments must be made online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
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General: Rs 1,700
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General-EWS / OBC-NCL: Rs 1,600
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SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender: Rs 1,000
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Outside India Centres: Rs 9,500
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Registration Guide
Follow these steps on the official website neet.nta.nic.in:
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New Registration: Click the link and enter basic details to generate your Application Number.
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eKYC Verification: Authenticate using your Aadhaar or ID proof.
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Fill Application: Enter academic details and choose three preferred exam cities.
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Upload Documents: Scanned signature and certificates must be kept ready in the prescribed format.
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Live Photo: Use a working webcam to capture your real-time image for comparison with your ID.
Payment & Submission: Pay the fee and download the Confirmation Page for future reference.