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National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG 2026)

NEET UG is the sole single-window national entrance exam for admission into all MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and veterinary seats across government, private medical colleges, AIIMS, and JIPMER institutes across India.

Conducted By: National Testing Agency (NTA)•Mode: Pen and Paper (OMR Sheet)•Total: 720 Marks

Important Dates & Timeline

Event MilestoneScheduled DateStatus
NEET Information Bulletin ReleaseFebruary 10, 2026Open Now
Online Application DeadlineMarch 20, 2026Upcoming
Admit Card DownloadApril 28, 2026Upcoming
NEET UG Exam DayMay 03, 2026Upcoming
NEET Result & Cutoff ScoreJune 14, 2026Upcoming

Exam Pattern & Marking Structure

Total Duration
3 Hours 20 Minutes (200 Minutes)
Marking Scheme
+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

Physics (Sec A: 35 + Sec B: 15 Questions)

45 Questions to attempt
180 Marks

Chemistry (Sec A: 35 + Sec B: 15 Questions)

45 Questions to attempt
180 Marks

Botany & Zoology (Biology)

90 Questions to attempt
360 Marks

Eligibility Criteria & Board Requirements

  • Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
  • Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General category (40% for OBC/SC/ST).
  • Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission or before 31st December of the admission year.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, there is currently no upper age limit or limit on the number of attempts for NEET UG.