Minimum Age: 17 Years

Maximum Age: No Upper Age Limit

(Candidate should be born on or before 31/12/2009)

NEET UG 2026 Qualification Eligibility Codes

Candidates must select the correct eligibility code during the application process:

• Code 01: For candidates appearing in the Class 12 exam in 2026.
• Code 02: For candidates who have already passed the 10+2 Higher Secondary Examination.
• Code 03: For Intermediate/Pre-degree Examination in Science with PCB.
• Code 04: Pre-professional/Pre-medical Examination with PCB & English.
• Code 05: First year of a three-year degree course with PCB subjects.
• Code 06: B.Sc. Examination passed with not less than two subjects out of PCB.
• Code 07: Any other examination equivalent to 10+2 study.

Important Instructions for Photo & Documents

• Aadhar Card: Mandatory for identity verification in NEET UG 2026.
• Passport Size Photo: White background, name of candidate, and date of photo (after 01/01/2026).
• Postcard Size Photo: 4x6 size photo is required during registration.
• Thumb Impression: Left and right hand fingers and thumb impressions are needed.

How to Fill NTA NEET UG 2026 Online Form

Step 1: Visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in.

Step 2: Complete the registration using your Email ID and Mobile Number.

Step 3: Fill in personal details and select the exam city carefully.

Step 4: Upload all required scanned documents in the specified format.

Step 5: Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway.

Step 6: Download the Confirmation Page and take a printout for counseling.

National Testing Agency (NTA)

National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test NEET (UG) 2026

Admission for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS and Other Medical Courses

NEET UG 2026 Age Limit (As on 31/12/2026)

NEET UG 2026 Course & Eligibility Details

Detailed NEET UG 2026 Syllabus

The NEET UG 2026 syllabus is based on the topics from Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT curriculum. Here is a breakdown of important topics:

Understanding NEET Qualification Codes (01 to 07)

It is crucial to choose the correct code during the online application to avoid rejection:

• Code 01: For students appearing for their 10+2 board exam in 2026.
• Code 02: For students who have completed 12 years of schooling (Gap year students).
• Code 03: For students who have cleared Intermediate/Pre-degree examination in Science.
• Code 04: For students who have completed Pre-professional/Pre-medical examination.
• Code 05: For students currently in the first year of a 3-year degree course with PCB.
• Code 06: For students who have passed B.Sc. with at least two subjects out of Physics, Chemistry, Biology.
• Code 07: For students who have passed any other examination equivalent to 10+2 study from a foreign board/university.

How to Prepare for NEET UG 2026

Cracking NEET requires a strategic approach. Here are some expert tips:

1. Master NCERT: Over 90% of questions in Biology are directly from NCERT textbooks. Read them thoroughly.
2. Conceptual Clarity in Physics: Instead of memorizing formulas, understand the logic and derivation behind them.
3. Practice Mock Tests: Solve at least 2 full-length mock tests every week in the last three months.
4. Time Management: Practice solving 180 questions in 200 minutes to improve your speed and accuracy.
5. Analyze Weak Areas: Keep a "Mistake Notebook" to track errors in practice tests and revise them regularly.

Counseling & Seat Reservation Policy

The admission process is divided into two main categories:

• 15% All India Quota (AIQ): Conducted by the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) for all government medical college seats across India.
• 85% State Quota: Conducted by respective state authorities for students residing in that specific state.

Reservation Policy:

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 27%
• EWS: 10%
• SC: 15%
• ST: 7.5%
• PwD: 5% Horizontal Reservation

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