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Complete guide to NEET 2026 application form - registration process, documents required, application fee, correction window, and common mistakes to avoid.
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Filling the NEET application form correctly is the first step towards your medical career. A single mistake can cause rejection or complications. This comprehensive guide walks you through every step.
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| NTA Notification Release | February 2026 (First Week) |
| Application Start Date | February 2026 (Second Week) |
| Application Last Date | March 2026 (Third Week) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 2026 (Third Week) |
| Correction Window | April 2026 (First Week) |
| Admit Card Release | April 2026 (Last Week) |
| NEET 2026 Exam Date | May 2026 (First Sunday) |
| Result Declaration | June 2026 |
Note: Dates are expected based on previous years. Always check official NTA website for confirmed dates.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹1,700 |
| General-EWS | ₹1,000 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | ₹1,000 |
| SC | ₹1,000 |
| ST | ₹1,000 |
| PwD (All categories) | ₹1,000 |
| Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Credit Card | Visa, MasterCard, etc. |
| Debit Card | All major banks |
| Net Banking | All nationalized banks |
| UPI | Google Pay, PhonePe, etc. |
| E-Wallet | Paytm, etc. |
Important: Keep transaction receipt safe. Processing fee may apply.
| Document | Purpose | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Identity verification | 12-digit number |
| Class 10 Mark Sheet | Date of birth proof | Clear scan |
| Class 10 Certificate | Board verification | Original/photocopy |
| Class 12 Mark Sheet | Qualification (if passed) | Clear scan |
| Passport Photo | For admit card | Recent, as per specs |
| Signature | Verification | As per specs |
| Category Certificate | If applicable | Valid, recent |
| EWS Certificate | If applicable | Current year |
| PwD Certificate | If applicable | From authorized board |
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Size | 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm |
| File Size | 10 KB to 200 KB |
| Format | JPG/JPEG |
| Background | White/Light |
| Face Coverage | 80% of frame |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Head Covering | Only for religious purposes |
| Clarity | High resolution |
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Size | 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm |
| File Size | 4 KB to 30 KB |
| Format | JPG/JPEG |
| Ink Color | Black or Blue |
| Background | White |
| Style | Running hand |
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Size | 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm |
| File Size | 10 KB to 50 KB |
| Format | JPG/JPEG |
| Clarity | Ridge patterns visible |
| Field | What to Enter |
|---|---|
| Candidate's Name | As per Class 10 certificate |
| Mother's Name | As per official records |
| Father's Name | As per official records |
| Date of Birth | As per Class 10 certificate |
| Gender | Male/Female/Transgender |
| Mobile Number | Active number (for OTPs) |
| Email ID | Active email |
| Nationality | Indian/NRI/OCI/Foreign |
| Identification Type | Aadhaar/Passport |
| ID Number | 12-digit Aadhaar/Passport |
After Registration:
| Field | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Category | Select carefully - cannot change later |
| Sub-category | If applicable (PwD, EWS) |
| State of Eligibility | Where you passed 12th |
| Area | Rural/Urban |
| Religion | Optional |
| Field | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | 12th/Equivalent |
| Year of Passing | 2024/2025/2026/Earlier |
| Board | CBSE/ISC/State Board |
| Roll Number | Your board exam roll number |
| School Name | Full name of school |
| School Address | City, State |
| Marks in PCB | Enter carefully |
| Field | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Permanent Address | Full address |
| City | Town/City name |
| District | Select from dropdown |
| State | Select from dropdown |
| PIN Code | 6-digit code |
| Correspondence Address | Same/Different |
Common Photo Errors:
| Error | Solution |
|---|---|
| File too large | Compress using online tools |
| Wrong background | Use white/light background |
| Face not visible | Take clearer photo |
| Wrong format | Convert to JPG |
| Selection | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Cities | Up to 4 preferences |
| Priority | 1st choice is most preferred |
| State Preference | Usually home state first |
| Availability | Based on capacity |
Tips for Center Selection:
Before Proceeding:
After Successful Payment:
| Detail | Correctable | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Yes (once) | With documentary proof |
| Date of Birth | Yes (once) | With proof |
| Gender | Yes | If wrong selection |
| Category | No | Cannot change |
| Photo | Yes | Pay additional fee |
| Signature | Yes | Pay additional fee |
| Educational Details | Limited | Some fields only |
| Exam Centers | Yes | If seats available |
| Email/Mobile | Yes | OTP verification |
| Correction Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Photo/Signature | ₹200 |
| Other Details | Varies |
| Multiple Corrections | Additional charges |
| Mistake | Consequence | Prevention |
|---|---|---|
| Name mismatch | Verification failure | Match with Class 10 |
| Wrong DOB | Age eligibility issue | Triple-check |
| Wrong category | Loss of reservation | Verify certificate |
| Blurry photo | Rejection/reupload | Use good quality |
| Wrong signature | Verification fail | Use same style |
| Wrong mobile | Miss important updates | Verify number |
| Late payment | Application incomplete | Pay early |
| Wrong exam center | Travel issues | Research locations |
| Not saving credentials | Login issues | Save securely |
| Incomplete form | Application rejected | Review before submit |
| Wrong marks entry | Verification problem | Match mark sheet |
| Missing correction window | Cannot fix errors | Watch dates |
| Multiple applications | Both rejected | Only one allowed |
| Wrong identification | ID mismatch | Double-check Aadhaar |
| Browser issues | Data loss | Use Chrome/Firefox |
| Task | When | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Save confirmation page | Immediately | Proof of application |
| Note application number | Immediately | For all future references |
| Set calendar reminders | Immediately | For admit card download |
| Keep documents ready | Before admit card | Original verification |
| Check email regularly | Throughout | Updates from NTA |
| Monitor NTA website | Weekly | Important notices |
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Release | April 2026 (Last Week) |
| Download Window | Until exam day |
| City Slip | With admit card |
| Information | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Roll Number | Exam identification |
| Exam Center | Where to appear |
| Exam Date | May 2026 |
| Exam Time | 2:00 PM - 5:20 PM (expected) |
| Photo | Identity verification |
| Instructions | Exam day guidelines |
| Code | State/UT |
|---|---|
| 01 | Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
| 02 | Andhra Pradesh |
| 03 | Arunachal Pradesh |
| 04 | Assam |
| 05 | Bihar |
| 06 | Chandigarh |
| 07 | Chhattisgarh |
| 08 | Dadra & Nagar Haveli |
| 09 | Daman & Diu |
| 10 | Delhi |
| 11 | Goa |
| 12 | Gujarat |
| 13 | Haryana |
| 14 | Himachal Pradesh |
| 15 | Jammu & Kashmir |
| 16 | Jharkhand |
| 17 | Karnataka |
| 18 | Kerala |
| 19 | Ladakh |
| 20 | Lakshadweep |
| 21 | Madhya Pradesh |
| 22 | Maharashtra |
| 23 | Manipur |
| 24 | Meghalaya |
| 25 | Mizoram |
| 26 | Nagaland |
| 27 | Odisha |
| 28 | Puducherry |
| 29 | Punjab |
| 30 | Rajasthan |
| 31 | Sikkim |
| 32 | Tamil Nadu |
| 33 | Telangana |
| 34 | Tripura |
| 35 | Uttar Pradesh |
| 36 | Uttarakhand |
| 37 | West Bengal |
| Channel | Details |
|---|---|
| NTA Helpline | 011-40759000 |
| NTA Email | neet@nta.ac.in |
| Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
| Office Hours | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Sat) |
When contacting NTA, have ready:
NEET 2026 application is expected to open in February 2026 (second week) on neet.nta.nic.in.
₹1,700 for General category and ₹1,000 for OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, and PwD categories.
For Indian citizens, Aadhaar is mandatory. NRIs and foreign nationals can use passport as ID.
You can correct most details during the correction window. Some details like category cannot be changed.
You can choose up to 4 exam cities in order of preference.
Try again with another payment method. If money is deducted, wait 7 days for auto-reversal or contact NTA.
Yes, during the correction window if seats are available at the new center.
You'll get a chance to re-upload during correction window with additional fee.
Application is just the beginning. What matters is your preparation.
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