The NTA will release the Re- NEET Admit Card by 14 June 2026 on its official website, neet.nta.nic.in. The Re-NEET is scheduled to be held on June 21, 2026, in pen-and-paper mode, as per the NTA’s official X account, after the exam was cancelled due to paper-leak concerns.
Source: NEET UG 2026 Public Notice
- The Re-NEET city intimation slip 2026 was released on 7 June 2026.
- The shift timings of the Re- NEET Exam has been increased by 15 minutes, which is now, 2.00 PM to 5.15 PM.
- The NEET 2026 re-exam pattern will be similar to the previous exam pattern, which includes 3 subjects, i.e., Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a total of 180 questions.
The NTA has extended the NEET 2026 fee refund facility for candidates who want to update their bank account details till 22 June, 2026 upto 11:50 PM.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that the “NEET 2027 exam will be conducted in CBT mode by the NTA from next year onward”- ANI on X
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Latest Updates for NEET 2026 Re-Exam by NTA
The NTA has scheduled the Re-NEET 2026 for June 21, 2026 (Sunday), from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM (extended by 15 minutes for formalities).
NTA and the government have implemented military-grade protocols to prevent any repeat of the leak:
- Paper Setters: Experts are kept at a secure, undisclosed location under complete digital blackout until the exam.
- Paper Handling: Question papers are encrypted, securely transported with GPS tracking, and printed at the last minute in secure facilities.
- Centre Security: Biometric checks, metal detectors, frisking, AI CCTV surveillance, jammers, and strict dress codes ensure security.
- Digital Monitoring: Social media and online platforms are monitored round the clock to prevent rumours and fake paper leak claims.
Source: - @iamrakeshbansal
What is the NEET Exam 2026?
The NEET 2026 (National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test) is India’s national-level medical entrance exam, which is conducted by NTA to get admission into MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other undergraduate medical courses.
- More than 2,300 colleges accept the NEET 2026 Score in India for different Medical and health courses.
- Including around 600-700 Medical colleges, 300+ dental colleges (BDS), and hundreds of AYUSH and BVSc & AH colleges.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Re-NEET UG 2026 (NEET UG Re-Examination 2026) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, BVSc & AH, BSc Nursing |
| Exam Date | June 21, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen-and-Paper / OMR-based) |
| Duration | 3 Hours 15 Minutes (2:00 PM – 5:15 PM IST, including formalities) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Zoology + Botany) |
| Total Questions | 180 (Physics: 45, Chemistry: 45, Biology: 90) |
| Total Marks | 720 (+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect) |
| Expected Candidates | ~20–23 lakh (Original registrations: 22,79,743) |
| MBBS Seats (Approx.) | 1.1 lakh+ (around 1,08,000–1,29,000 across government + private colleges; new seats added in 2026) |
| Colleges Accepting Score | More than 2,300 colleges (including ~600–780+ Medical colleges, 300+ Dental (BDS), hundreds of AYUSH & BVSc & AH) |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
NEET 2026 (Re-exam) Important Dates
The NEET 2026 re-exam will be conducted on June 21, 2026. The NEET re-exam city intimation slip has been released on June 7, 2026. Around 22 lakh candidates are waiting for the NEET UG 2026 Admit cards, expected to be released on June 14.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| City Intimation Slip | June 7, 2026 (Out) |
| Admit Card Release | June 14, 2026 (Expected) |
| NEET 2026 Re-Exam Date | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET 2026 Provisional Answer Key | Early to mid July 2026 |
| NEET 2026 Objection Window | July 2026 (within 2–3 days of answer key release, approx. 2–5 days window) |
| NEET Final Answer Key | July 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Mid to late July 2026 (Tentative) |
NEET UG 2026: City Intimation Slip
NTA has released the NEET UG 2026 city intimation slip on 7 June 2026 on its official website. Candidates can download it using their login credentials, i.e. application number and password.
- The city intimation slip is the advanced information regarding the exam city in which your exam centre will be located.
- It will help in making arrangements for travel and stay, and help avoid a last-minute rush.
- It is not the admit card and should not be used as an alternative to the admit card on the day of the exam.
- The city intimation slip will include the details of the exam city, exam date and timings along with some personal details.
Given below is a previous year's NEET UG city intimation slip for the candidate’s reference:
NEET UG 2026: Admit Card
NTA is expected to release the NEET UG 2026 re-exam admit card on June 14, 2026, on its official website. The NEET UG admit card is a mandatory document required to enter the exam hall.
- Candidates can download the NEET UG admit card using their login credentials, i.e. Application number and password.
- Without the admit card, the entry will not be allowed to the candidates. So, you have to must carry your admit card in a hard copy.
- The admit card will include the necessary details such as Exam centre, reporting time, and other personal details.
Given below is a previous year's NEET UG admit card for the candidate’s reference:
NEET UG 2026: Exam Day Guidelines
NTA will prescribe clear instructions to be followed by the candidates on the exam day. The advisory related to biometrics and other details is given below:
- Candidates must reach the exam centre by 1:00–1:15 PM to complete frisking and biometric verification. Last entry is 1:30 PM.
- Carry only Re-NEET 2026 Admit Card, passport-size photographs, and a valid original photo ID proof.
- Prohibited items: Mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, calculators, notes, books, handbags, jewellery, and eatables (except transparent water bottle).
- Wear light-coloured plain clothes (preferably half-sleeves) and slippers/sandals for smooth entry.
- Biometric verification (fingerprint/iris/face) is mandatory. If it fails due to technical reasons, candidates will still be allowed after manual verification.
- Extensive frisking with metal detectors, CCTV surveillance, and jammers will be enforced at all centres.
- Use only black or blue ballpoint pen for filling the OMR sheet. Rough work should be done only on the question paper.
- No candidate will be allowed to leave the exam hall before the exam concludes at 5:15 PM.
NEET UG 2026: Official Dress Code
NTA will release the advisory for the dress code and the permissible items at the exam centre on its official website around 3-4 days before the exam.
- The candidates can carry transparent water bottles and the necessary documents, such as the admit card.
- Candidates are allowed to wear objects of religious faith, subject to early reporting to enable frisking.
- Light clothing is preferred. However, candidates who feel needed can also wear full sleeves or woollens.
- Slippers and low heels are the preferred choice for footwear.
Source: NTA Public Notice
NEET Previous Years Question Papers (2025 - 2026)
NEET 2026 (Re-Exam) Exam Pattern
The Re-NEET UG 2026 (Re-Exam) follows the same exam pattern as the original NEET UG 2026. There are no changes in syllabus, number of questions, marking scheme, or structure. The NTA has confirmed this to maintain fairness after the cancellation of the May 3, 2026, exam.
Re-NEET 2026 Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Re-NEET UG 2026 (NEET UG Re-Examination) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen & Paper / OMR-based) |
| Exam Date | June 21, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Timing | 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM IST |
| Duration | 3 Hours 15 Minutes (180 minutes + 15 minutes for formalities) |
| Total Questions | 180 (All compulsory – No optional Section B) |
| Total Marks | 720 |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany + Zoology) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 4 options |
| Languages | 13 Languages (English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu) |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted |
NEET Subject-Wise Breakdown
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks per Subject | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 | 25% |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 | 25% |
| Biology | 90 | 360 | 50% |
| Total | 180 | 720 | 100% |
NEET 2026 Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: +4 marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 mark (Negative marking applies)
- Unattempted: 0 marks
- Multiple Responses: Treated as incorrect (-1)
NEET UG 2026: Answer Key
After the conduct of the exam, NTA will release the OMR answer sheets, the recorded response sheet, and the provisional answer key. The date for the same will be announced later on the website.
OMR Answer Sheets
NTA will display the OMR answer sheets and the recorded responses of all candidates on its official websites after the examination is conducted.
- Candidates will be able to submit representation against the OMR grading by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs. 200/-.
- NTA will verify the representations from the actual record, and the same will be updated in the data if found correct.
- No, intimation will be sent in this regard to individual candidates.
NEET UG 2026: Result
NTA will release the NEET UG 2026 result on its official website, expected in mid to late July 2026, as per the previous year's trend.
- The NEET UG result will also include the NEET UG 2026 statistics related to the registered and appeared candidates.
- The qualifying cutoff will be released along with the NEET UG results for all categories.
- The candidates will be able to download their scorecard from the official website to know their NEET All India rank and qualifying status for the NEET counselling.
Given below are the top 10 candidates in the NEET 2025 based on the official NEET results:
Source: NEET 2025 Official Result
NEET UG 2026: Cutoff
The NEET UG 2026 cutoff will be released along with the NEET results, expected in July 2026. The NTA will release the NEET UG 2026 qualifying cutoff for all the categories.
- For the UR/EWS category, the expected cutoff is 710-145 based on the previous year's trend.
- The expected cutoff for the OBC/SC/ST categories is 142-115.
- Based on the previous year's trend, the expected cutoff for the PwD candidates will be lower than the normal cutoff.
| Category | Qualifying Score | Cutoff Score |
|---|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 50th Percentile | 710 - 145 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 142 - 115 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 142 - 115 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 142 - 115 |
| UR/EWS - PwBD | 45th Percentile | 142 - 128 |
| OBC PwD | 40th Percentile | 125 - 113 |
| SC PwD | 40th Percentile | 125 - 113 |
| ST PwD | 40th Percentile | 125 - 113 |
Given below is the official NEET UG qualifying cutoff of the last 3 years:
Source: NEET UG 2025 Result
NEET 2026: AIIMS Expected Cutoff for Top 10 Colleges
Based on the previous year’s trend, the expected closing rank and the cutoff marks for the AIIMS Delhi are 50 and 700-710, respectively.
- The expected cutoff marks and closing rank for the AIIMS Jodhpur are 680-690 and 395, respectively, followed by the AIIMS Bhopal with 635 expected closing rank.
- For AIIMS Patna, Bhatinda, and Kalyani, the expected closing rank and cutoff marks are below 5500 and 630-640, respectively.
| College | Expected Closing Rank | Expected Cutoff Marks |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | 50 | 700-710 |
| AIIMS Jodhpur | 395 | 680-690 |
| AIIMS Bhopal | 635 | 670-680 |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | 790 | 665-675 |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | 1200 | 655-665 |
| AIIMS Nagpur | 1225 | 655-665 |
| AIIMS Raipur | 1225 | 655-665 |
| AIIMS Patna | Below 5500 | 630-640 |
| AIIMS Bathinda | Below 5500 | 630-640 |
| AIIMS Kalyani | Below 5500 | 630-640 |
Source: Reddit
NEET UG 2026: Marks Vs Ranks
The NEET UG 2026 marks vs percentile analysis given below is based on the previous year’s trends and experts' analysis for the year 2026.
- A score from 700-720 is expected to secure a rank under 50 for the candidate.
- A rank from 51-500 can be secured by scoring around 680-699 marks in the NEET UG 2026.
- A score less than 500 will secure candidates a rank of around 1,00,000 and above.
| NEET Marks | Expected AIR Range |
|---|---|
| 700–720 | 1 – 50 |
| 680–699 | 51 – 500 |
| 650–679 | 501 – 2,000 |
| 620–649 | 2,001 – 7,000 |
| 600–619 | 7,001 – 15,000 |
| 580–599 | 15,001 – 25,000 |
| 550–579 | 25,001 – 45,000 |
| 520–549 | 45,001 – 75,000 |
| 500–519 | 75,001 – 1,10,000 |
| 450–499 | 1,10,001 – 1,90,000 |
| 400–449 | 1,90,001 – 2,90,000 |
| 350–399 | 2,90,001 – 4,20,000 |
| 300–349 | 4,20,001 – 6,00,000 |
| Below 300 | 6,00,000+ |
NEET 2025 Marks vs Rank | Previous Year’s Ranks
| Marks Range | Rank |
|---|---|
| 686 | 1 |
| 685-651 | 2-71 |
| 650-600 | 72-1,259 |
| 600-551 | 1,260-10,658 |
| 550-501 | 10,659-39,521 |
| 500-451 | 39,522-69,503 |
| 450-401 | 69,504-88,239 |
| 400-351 | 88,240-1,05,578 |
| 350-301 | 1,05,579-1,26,935 |
| 300-251 | 1,26,936-1,57,952 |
| 250-201 | 1,57,953-1,98,346 |
| 200-144 | 1,98,347-3,03,040 |
NEET UG 2026: Counselling
The candidates who will qualify for the NEET UG 2026 as per the qualifying criteria prescribed by the NTA will be eligible for the NEET counselling.
- The counselling for the All India Quota seats (15%) will be conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
- The counselling for the state quota seats (85%) will be conducted by the respective state counselling authorities.
NTA releases the qualifying cutoff, but the admission cutoff will be released by the MCC or the state counselling authorities after each round of counselling.
Colleges Accepting NEET 2026 Score
The NEET Scores are mandatory to get admission into medical, dental, AYUSH, and veterinary courses in India. As per the NEET Rank, candidates can get seats by AIQ, State Quota, Deemed Universities, and central institutes.
How is NEET 2026 Different from Other Entrance Exams?
The NEET 2026 exam is not conducted for selection in college, but it is a national medical eligibility and ranking test to get admission in medical colleges of India.
- It is regulated by UGC Admission Policies, ensuring uniform eligibility, centralised counselling, and evaluation of the merit list for medical admissions across India, regardless of the board, state, or institution.
NEET 2026 vs Other Major Entrance Exams
FAQs
Ques. Why was NEET 2026 cancelled?
Ans. The NEET UG 2026 exam was cancelled due to alleged question paper leak concerns and investigative findings indicating possible compromise of the examination process.
The NTA stated that the cancellation was made after examining inputs from central agencies and law enforcement authorities to ensure transparency and credibility in the admission process.
Major Reasons Behind the Cancellation
- Alleged circulation of confidential exam material before the test.
- Investigation by central agencies into examination irregularities.
- Government approval for re-conducting the examination.
- Need to restore confidence among students and institutions.
Ques. Is 487 a good NEET score?
Ans. A score of 487 in NEET is considered an average to moderately competitive score, which can get you an AIR of approximately 1,50,000 to 1,55,000. With this rank range you can get private MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, or Reserved Category Government Seats.
Ques. Is NEET 2026 going to be tough?
Ans. The NEET Difficulty level is generally moderate but competitive; more than 20 lakh candidates compete for 1.1 lakh MBBS Seats.
- The NEET Exam is usually NCERT-Based, but rank pressure and cutoff scores make the exam tougher than the questions.
- Biology is the most scoring, and physics decides the top ranking of the candidates.
- The Cutoff depends more on the competition rather than the difficulty level.
- A score of 620–650+ is typically needed for top government MBBS seats.
Ques. Can I clear NEET in 2026?
Ans. Yes, but clearing the NEET depends upon proper revision, PYQs practice, and mock accuracy, not just the study hours.
- Many candidates improve their scores by 100+ marks in the last 3-4 months by proper revision and testing.
- A 600+ score usually requires 2–3 full revisions + 35–45 mocks.
- Attempting 160–170 questions with high accuracy improves selection chances.
Ques. What is the duration of the NEET exam 2026?
Ans. The NEET 2026 (re-exam) will be held in a single shift from 2:00 PM - 5:15 PM, with a time duration of 3 Hours 15 Minutes. For the re-NEET exam NTA has increased 15 minutes for the formalities. You should answer all 180 MCQs in a fixed time.
Ques. Will the NEET cutoff decrease in 2026?
Ans. The NEET 2026 cutoff is expected to increase from last year, with minor changes based on the difficulty of the exam, but major changes to the number of test-takers and the availability of seats.
For the general category, the cutoff range last year was 686 to 114 marks, whereas for OBC/SC/ST categories, it was 143 to 113 marks.
Ques. What are the NEET marks for MBBS?
Ans. You generally need a NEET score of 600-720 for top government colleges in the general category. For OBC/SC/ST, the score ranges from 480 to 600
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