The NEET UG 2026 (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate) is the single national-level medical entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, BSc Nursing, BVSc & AH and other undergraduate medical courses across India. NEET UG 2026 will be held on May 3, 2026 (Sunday) in a single shift.
The NEET UG 2026 application process has begun, with online registration available on the official website neet.nta.nic.in. As per the official notification, candidates can submit their application forms from February 8 to March 8, 2026, while the last date for fee payment is March 8, 2026 (11:50 pm). A correction window will be provided from March 10 to March 12, 2026.
According to the ministry’s data placed in Rajya Sabha, India’s medical education capacity has expanded significantly in the past decade. The number of medical colleges has increased from 387 in 2014 to 818 at present.
As per the official schedule, candidates can submit the application form till today (March 8, 2026) till 9 pm through the official website — neet.nta.nic.in.
NEET UG 2026 Registration: After the registration window closes, the agency will initiate the next stages of the examination process, including the application correction window, on the official website at neet.nta.nic.in.
The first month should focus on revising the entire syllabus once, while identifying weak chapters. Begin with Biology, as it carries the highest weightage (360 marks).
Don't wait for the deadline. The online submission of NEET UG application forms is available on the website between February 8, 2026, and March 8, 2026. Candidates can also pay the fee until 11:50 pm on March 8, 2026.
The guidance video aims to clarify common doubts among students – particularly those unsure about how location details impact their test centre allocation and examination language preferences.
Health, she says, is often underestimated during preparation. “Do not ignore your health. Sleep adequately. Take care of hygiene, food and sleep habits,” she advises.
Medical Education Commissioner Naresh Goyal issued the directions during the first meeting of the state-level task force constituted for the mental health and well-being of medical students.
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