The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to close the online registration for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) – 2026 tonight, March 8, 2026. If you aspire to become a doctor and haven’t submitted your form yet, this is your final warning. The servers are expected to slow down significantly after 6:00 PM, so you must act immediately.
Whether you are aiming for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, or Nursing courses, clearing NEET is mandatory. Below is the comprehensive guide to completing your application before the 9:00 PM cutoff.
NEET UG 2026: Urgent Deadlines (March 8)
| Event | Final Deadline |
| Online Registration Closes | March 8, 2026 (Until 9:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 8, 2026 (Until 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window Opens | March 10, 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Exam Date | May 3, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Timing | 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM (IST) |
Eligibility Criteria: Are You Eligible?
- Age Limit: Candidates must have completed 17 years of age at the time of admission or will complete that age on or before December 31, 2026. (Born on or before Dec 31, 2009). There is no upper age limit.
- Education: Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.
- Minimum Marks (PCB Aggregate): * General: 50%
- OBC/SC/ST: 40%
- PwBD: 45%
If you are a graduate looking for stable career options beyond medicine, don’t miss the SSC CGL 2026 Notification which has recently announced 17,000+ vacancies.
Application Fee Structure
The fee must be paid strictly through online modes (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI).
- General (UR): ₹1,700/-
- General-EWS / OBC-NCL: ₹1,600/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender: ₹1,000/-
- Candidates Outside India: ₹9,500/-
Mandatory Documents Checklist
Before you start the final login, keep these scanned files ready in JPG/JPEG format:
- Passport Size Photo: (10kb to 200kb, white background, 80% face coverage).
- Postcard Size Photo: (4”x6”) (10kb to 200kb).
- Signature: (4kb to 30kb, black ink).
- Left & Right Hand Fingers/Thumb Impression: (10kb to 200kb).
- Category Certificate: (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in PDF format (50kb to 300kb).
How to Apply Online for NEET UG 2026?
- Official Site: Visit exams.nta.ac.in/NEET/.
- New Registration: Click on “New Candidate Register Here” and fill in your basic details to generate an Application Number.
- Login: Use the Application Number and Password to complete the form.
- Fill Personal & Academic Details: Ensure your Name, DOB, and Parents’ names match your Class 10th certificate.
- Exam City: Choose your preferred exam centers carefully.
- Upload Documents: Attach all the files mentioned in the checklist above.
- Payment: Complete the transaction. If the payment fails but money is deducted, wait for 24 hours or contact the bank before paying again.
- Confirmation Page: Download and print the confirmation page. This is mandatory for counseling.
What If You Make a Mistake?
Don’t panic if you make a minor error today. The NTA will open a Correction Window from March 10 to March 12, 2026. During this time, you can edit certain fields like your category, exam city, and uploaded images.
Important Links
- Direct Link to Apply for NEET UG 2026
- Download Official Information Bulletin (PDF)
- Sarkari Jobs For You – Latest Result Updates
Preparation Strategy: With the exam on May 3, you have roughly 8 weeks left. Focus heavily on NCERT Biology and Chemistry. For those interested in AIIMS officer roles, you can also check the AIIMS NORCET 10 Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 recruitment details.