About NEET UG 2026

(National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) 2026)

NEET UG is India's single largest undergraduate medical entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, BVSc & AH, B.Sc. Nursing (in participating institutions), and other allied medical courses across the country. NEET serves as the common entrance examination for government, private, deemed, central universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, and various medical institutions accepting NEET scores. 

Key Highlights

• National-level medical entrance examination.
• Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
• Single entrance test for MBBS and BDS admissions across India.
• Accepted by AIIMS, JIPMER, Government and Private Medical Colleges.
• Admission to AYUSH and Veterinary courses through NEET scores.
• Examination conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode.
• Questions based on the syllabus prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

• Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination.
• Must have studied:
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology/Biotechnology
• English as a core subject.
• Minimum age should be 17 years on or before 31 December 2026.
• Indian Nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and Foreign Nationals are eligible as per NTA regulations.
• Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination in 2026 are also eligible to apply.
• There is currently no upper age limit for NEET UG as per prevailing regulations. 
• Minimum Qualifying Marks in Class 12

Exam Pattern

NEET UG 2026 Syllabus(Subject-wise Distribution)

Physics

Chemistry

Biology

Important Note

1. The NEET UG 2026 syllabus is prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
2. Questions are primarily based on NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 curriculum.
3. Students should refer to the latest official syllabus released by NMC and NTA.

Important Dates (Tentative)

Note

Dates are subject to official NTA notification.

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official NEET portal for updates.

Counselling Process

NEET UG counselling is conducted after the declaration of results for admission into MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other participating medical programs.

Counselling Authorities

• Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
• State Counselling Authorities
• Deemed Universities
• Central Universities
• AIIMS and JIPMER through NEET counselling

Counselling Procedure

• Online registration.
• Choice filling and locking.
• Seat allotment.
• Document verification.
• Reporting to allotted college.
• Upgradation and subsequent counselling rounds.

Types of Counselling

• 15% All India Quota (AIQ)
• 85% State Quota
• Central Universities
• Deemed Universities
• ESIC Institutions
• AIIMS and JIPMER

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is NEET UG mandatory for MBBS admission in India?

Yes. NEET UG is mandatory for admission to MBBS programs in all government, private, deemed, and central medical institutions across India.

2. What is the minimum age required for NEET UG 2026?

Candidates must complete 17 years of age on or before 31 December 2026.

3. How many marks are awarded for a correct answer in NEET?

Each correct answer carries 4 marks, while 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer

4. Can Class 12 appearing students apply for NEET UG 2026?

Yes. Candidates appearing in Class 12 examinations in 2026 are eligible to apply, subject to fulfilling all eligibility requirements.

5. What is considered a good score in NEET UG?

A score above 650+ marks is generally considered excellent and provides strong opportunities for admission into top government medical colleges, though cut-offs vary every year.

Official Website

• NEET Official Portal:
  NEET UG Official Website
• National Testing Agency (NTA):
  NTA Official Website