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Written by Mumtaj Khan
Oct 03, 2025

NEET 2026 – Registration Date, Exam Schedule, Eligibility, Syllabus & Application Form

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is India’s largest medical entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission into MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BSMS, BUMS, and other undergraduate medical courses.

Every year, lakhs of students appear for NEET with the dream of getting into top government and private medical colleges. For aspirants planning ahead, NEET 2026 will be a crucial year.

In this blog, we will cover everything you need to know about NEET 2026 registration date, exam schedule, eligibility, syllabus, application form, admit card, exam pattern, cut-off, and preparation tips.

NEET 2026 Registration Date

The official NEET 2026 registration date will be announced by the NTA in the information bulletin released on its website.

  • Expected Start Date: February 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: March 2026
  • Correction Window: March 2026 (Tentative)

👉 Students should register early to avoid last-minute issues, as the portal often faces heavy traffic near the deadline.

NEET 2026 Exam Schedule

The NTA will release the NEET 2026 exam schedule officially. Based on previous years:

  • Exam Date (Expected): First Sunday of May 2026
  • Exam Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper OMR based)
  • Exam Duration: 3 Hours (180 minutes)

👉 NEET is conducted only once a year in a single shift across India and abroad.

NEET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Students planning to apply must check the official NEET 2026 eligibility:

  1. Nationality: The eligible citizens are Indian citizens, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals.
  2. Age Limit:
    • Minimum: 17 years (as on 31st Dec 2026)
    • No upper age limit (as per latest Supreme Court ruling).
  3. Educational Qualification:
    • Should have successfully completed Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English.
    • Minimum marks required:
      • General Category: 50% in PCB
      • OBC/SC/ST: 40% in PCB
      • PwD Candidates: 45% in PCB
  4. Number of Attempts: Unlimited

NEET 2026 Application Form

NEET 2026 application form will be in online format.

Steps to Apply:

  1. Visit the official website – NEET UG 2026
  2. Click on NEET UG 2026 Registration
  3. Fill personal details, academic details & contact information
  4. Upload scanned documents:
    • Passport size photo
    • Signature
    • Category certificate (if applicable)
  5. Pay application fee online (UPI/Net Banking/Debit Card)
  6. Download confirmation page for future reference

👉 Students must keep their NEET 2026 application number safe for future logins.

NEET 2026 Exam Pattern (Updated by NTA)

The NEET UG 2026 will be conducted in offline (pen & paper mode) with objective-type MCQs.

Key Highlights – NEET 2026 Exam Pattern

  • Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR sheet – black/blue ballpoint pen)
  • Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
  • Language Options: 13 (English, Hindi, Urdu & 10 regional languages)
  • Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Total Questions: 180
  • Total Marks: 720 marks
  • Marking Scheme:
    • Correct Answer: +4 marks
    • Wrong Answer: –1 mark
    • Unattempted Question: 0 mark

Subject-Wise Distribution of Questions (New Pattern)

The exam paper will be divided into four subjects – Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology.

Each subject has 2 sections (A & B):

Subject

Section A (35 Qs – Attempt all)

Section B (15 Qs – Attempt any 10)

Total Attempted

Marks

Physics35                10 45180
Chemistry35                10 45180
Botany35                10 45180
Zoology35                1045180
Total140                40 180720

Marking Scheme for NEET 2026

  • ✅ Correct Answer = +4
  • ❌ Wrong Answer = -1
  • ⭕ Not Attempted = 0

Maximum Marks = 720

⚡ Example:
If you attempt 180 questions – 150 correct & 30 wrong:

  • (150 × 4) – (30 × 1) = 600 – 30 = 570 marks

🔑 Pro Tip for NEET 2026 Aspirants:

  • Attempt Section A fully (no choice).
  • In Section B fully (no choice).
  • Manage time wisely – Biology first, then Chemistry, then Physics.

NEET 2026 Syllabus

The NEET 2026 syllabus will be based on NCERT Class 11 & Class 12 Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

Class 11 Topics

  • Physics: Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics, Oscillations, Gravitation
  • Chemistry: Some Basic Concepts, Equilibrium, Hydrocarbons
  • Biology: Cell Structure, Plant Physiology, Human Physiology

Class 12 Topics

  • Physics: Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Optics, Modern Physics
  • Chemistry: Solid State, p-Block, d-Block, Biomolecules, Polymers
  • Biology: Genetics, Evolution, Reproduction, Ecology, Biotechnology

👉 Biology holds maximum weightage (50% of marks).

NEET 2026 Admit Card

  • Available for download 3 weeks before the exam.
  • Candidates must log in with their application number & DOB to download it.
  • Admit card will have details like roll number, exam center, timings, and instructions.

NEET 2026 Cut-Off (Expected)

The NEET 2026 cut-off will be declared after results based on category.

Category

Expected Cut-Off Percentile

Expected Marks Range

General (UR)50th Percentile715 – 138
OBC/SC/ST40th Percentile137 – 108
General-PwD45th Percentile137 – 122

👉 Cut-off may vary depending on exam difficulty & number of candidates.

NEET 2026 Previous Year Papers

To crack NEET, solving previous year papers is crucial. Students should practice at least the last 10 years’ NEET question papers for better speed, accuracy, and exam familiarity.

NTA also releases official mock tests which can be practiced online.

NEET 2026 Preparation Tips

  1. Stick to NCERT books for strong fundamentals.
  2. Make a daily study timetable covering all subjects.
  3. Revise important formulas & diagrams regularly.
  4. Solve at least one mock test daily in the last 3 months.
  5. Give more emphasis on Biology because it has the greatest weightage.
  6. Keep track of cut-off trends for better target setting.

Conclusion

The NEET 2026 will be the gateway to top medical colleges in India. Students should stay updated with NEET 2026 registration date, exam schedule, application form, eligibility, syllabus, admit card, exam pattern, and cut-off details to avoid missing out.

With consistent preparation, regular practice of previous year papers, and smart strategy, aspirants can achieve their dream of becoming doctors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NEET 2026 registration is expected to start in February 2026 on neet.nta.nic.in.
NEET 2026 exam is expected to be held on the first Sunday of May 2026.
The NEET 2026 syllabus is based on NCERT Class 11 & 12 Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Students need to secure at least the 40th–50th percentile depending on their category.
Admit cards can be downloaded from neet.nta.nic.in using application number and date of birth.
Minimum age: 17 years; currently, there is no upper age limit for NEET.