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National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)

NEET Self Study

NEET 2026 Overview

  • The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is India’s single largest undergraduate medical entrance examination, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is the gateway for admission to MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, AYUSH, BVSc & AH, and other allied medical courses in government and private institutions across the country. NEET is held once a year in offline (pen-and-paper) mode and is available in 13 language.

Key Highlights:

  • Exam Name: NEET (UG) 2026
  • Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
  • Exam Level: National (Undergraduate)
  • Exam Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper)
  • Courses Offered: MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, BAMS, BVSc & AH, BUMS, and more
  • Total Registrations (2025): ~21 lakh
  • Total Seats (approx.): MBBS – 1,18,190; BDS – 27,868; BAMS – 52,720; BVSc & AH – 60313
  • Exam Duration: 3 hours (2 PM to 5 PM IST)
  • Medium: 13 languages (including English, Hindi, regional languages)
  • Official Website: www.neet.nta.nic.in

NEET 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)

  • NEET 2026 Notification : January 2026
  • Application Form Release : January/February 2026
  • Last Date to Apply : March 2026
  • Correction Window : March 2026
  • Admit Card Release : April 2026
  • NEET 2026 Exam Date : May 2026
  • Answer Key Release : May/June 2026
  • Result Declaration : June 2026
  • Counselling Begins : June/July 2026
  • Note: These dates are tentative and subject to change. Always check the official NEET website for updates.

NEET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

  • Nationality: Indian Citizens, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and Foreign Nationals are eligible.
  • Age Limit: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2026 (born on or before 31.12.2009). No upper age limit.
  • Educational Qualification: Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
  • Minimum Marks:
    • General: 50% in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
    • OBC/SC/ST: 40% in PCB
    • PwD: 45% in PCB
  • Additional Criteria: Candidates appearing for the qualifying exam in 2026 are also eligible to apply

NEET 2026 Application Process

  • Mode: Online only, via the official NEET website.
  • Steps:
  1. Register on the official NEET portal.
  2. Fill the online application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
  3. Upload required documents (photograph, signature, etc.).
  4. Pay the application fee (General: ₹1,700; OBC: ₹1,600; Reserved: ₹1,000)
  5. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

NEET 2026 Exam Pattern

  • Mode : Offline (Pen and Paper)
  • Duration : 3 hours
  • Total Questions : 180 MCQs
  • Total Marks : 720
  • Sections : Physics (45 Qs, 180 marks), Chemistry (45 Qs, 180 marks), Biology (90 Qs, 360 marks: Botany & Zoology)
  • Marking Scheme : +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted
  • Languages : 13 (English, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Assamese, Gujarati, Marathi, Odia, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, Punjabi, Telugu)

NEET 2026 Syllabus

  • Subjects Covered: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology), based on Class 11 and 12 curriculum.
  • Syllabus Authority: National Medical Commission (NMC)
  • Total Chapters: 79 (as per latest NMC update)
  • Note: The syllabus has been rationalized in line with recent NCERT textbook changes. Download the latest syllabus PDF from the official NTA or NMC website for detailed topics.