NEET 2026 Exam Date

Complete schedule, important dates, and preparation timeline for NEET UG 2026. Official NTA updates and everything you need to know.

Expected: May 2026
Duration: 3 hrs 20 min
Mode: Pen & Paper

Exam Date

May 2026

First Sunday of May (Expected)

Registration

Feb 2026

Online at neet.nta.nic.in

Results

June 2026

Within 45 days of exam

NEET 2026 Important Dates & Timeline

NEET 2026 Notification Release

February 2026

Expected
1
Online Registration Begins

February 2026

Expected
2
Application Form Last Date

March 2026

Expected
3
Correction Window Opens

March 2026

Expected
4
Admit Card Release

April 2026

Expected
5
NEET 2026 Exam Date

May 2026 (First Sunday)

Expected
6
Answer Key Release

May 2026

Expected
7
Result Declaration

June 2026

Expected
8
Counselling Begins

July 2026

Expected
9

Note: These dates are expected based on previous year patterns. Official dates will be announced by NTA in February 2026.

NEET 2026 Exam Pattern

SubjectQuestionsMarks
Physics50200
Chemistry50200
Biology (Botany + Zoology)100400
Total200720

Duration

3 hrs 20 min

Correct Answer

+4 marks

Wrong Answer

-1 mark

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Frequently Asked Questions - NEET 2026

When is NEET 2026 exam date?

NEET 2026 exam is expected to be conducted in the first week of May 2026, typically on the first Sunday of May. The exact date will be announced by NTA in February 2026.

When will NEET 2026 registration start?

NEET 2026 registration is expected to begin in February 2026. Students should keep checking the official NTA NEET website for the exact dates.

What is the NEET 2026 exam timing?

NEET 2026 exam will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:20 PM (3 hours 20 minutes). Candidates must report to the exam center by 1:00 PM.

What is the NEET 2026 syllabus?

NEET 2026 syllabus includes Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany + Zoology) from Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT. NTA may release updated syllabus with the official notification.

How many times is NEET conducted in a year?

NEET is conducted once a year by NTA. There are no multiple attempts in a single year, so students should prepare thoroughly for the one exam opportunity.

What is the NEET 2026 exam mode?

NEET 2026 will be conducted in pen and paper (offline) mode. Students will mark answers on an OMR sheet.

What is NEET 2026 marking scheme?

NEET 2026 marking scheme: +4 marks for correct answer, -1 mark for wrong answer, 0 marks for unattempted questions. Total marks: 720.

When will NEET 2026 admit card be released?

NEET 2026 admit card is expected to be released in April 2026, approximately 15-20 days before the exam date.