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NTA Opens NEET UG 2026 Registration With Aadhaar eKYC and Live Photo Verification

Apply online by March 8 at neet.nta.nic.in ahead of the May 3 pen-and-paper test.

Overview

  • Registration is open through March 8, with fee payments accepted until 11:50 pm the same day and a correction window scheduled for March 10–12.
  • The exam will be held on May 3 from 2 pm to 5 pm in pen-and-paper mode across 13 languages following the standard MCQ format.
  • Aadhaar-based eKYC is mandatory and candidates must capture a live photograph during the form submission, which will be matched to the Aadhaar photo; a supporting certificate may be required if there is a mismatch.
  • Selection of exam city and medium will be based on the applicant’s present and permanent address details to strengthen centre allocation and curb misuse.
  • Application fees are Rs 1,700 for General, Rs 1,600 for General-EWS/OBC-NCL, Rs 1,000 for SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender, and Rs 9,500 for overseas centres, with applications accepted only via neet.nta.nic.in.