National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification today, here is the comprehensive "Full Information" guide for NEET UG 2026.

1. Eligibility Criteria

To apply for NEET UG 2026, you must meet the following requirements:

• Age Limit: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2026 (born on or before Dec 31, 2009). There is no upper age limit.
• Educational Qualification: Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
• Minimum Marks (PCB Aggregate):
  • General/EWS: 50%
  • OBC/SC/ST: 40%
  • PwD: 45%

2. Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

NEET UG 2026 returns to a non-optional format. All 180 questions are now compulsory.

Feature	Details
Mode	Offline (Pen-and-Paper / OMR)
Duration	3 Hours (180 Minutes)
Total Questions	180 (Physics: 45, Chemistry: 45, Biology: 90)
Total Marks	720
Marking Scheme	+4 for Correct, -1 for Incorrect, 0 for Unattempted

3. Syllabus Overview

The syllabus is strictly based on the NCERT Class 11 and 12 curriculum.

• Physics: Units and Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Optics, and Modern Physics.
• Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Solutions, Organic Chemistry (Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules), and Coordination Compounds.
• Biology: Diversity of Life, Plant and Human Physiology, Genetics, Evolution, Biotechnology, and Ecology.

4. How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Registration: Visit neet.nta.nic.in and click "New Registration." Enter your name, email, and mobile number to get an Application Number.
2. Application Form: Log in and fill in personal details, academic history, and choose two exam cities in order of preference.
3. Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of the following:
   • Passport Photo (10–200 KB, white background).
   • Signature (4–30 KB).
   • Thumb Impressions (10–200 KB).
   • Class 10 Certificate (for DOB proof).
   • Category Certificate (if applicable).
4. Fee Payment: Pay via UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Card.
5. Confirmation: Download the Confirmation Page. (This is the most important document for future reference).

5. Official Helpdesk

If you face issues with the portal or payments, you can contact NTA at:

• Helpline: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
• Email: neet@nta.ac.in

Next Step: Since the portal just opened today, traffic may be high.