NEET UG 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| Registration Start | February |
| Registration Last Date | March 2026 |
| Exam Date | May 4, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | June 2026 |
| Application Fee (General) | ₹1,700 |
| Application Fee (SC/ST) | ₹1,000 |
| Attempts Allowed | Unlimited (min. age 17, max. attempts: no limit) |
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Dates above are based on official announcements. Always verify on the official exam website before applying.
NEET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed or be appearing in Class 10+2 (or equivalent)
- Required subjects as per exam norms (PCM for engineering; PCB for medical)
- Minimum aggregate marks: 50% (General), 40–45% (SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
- Attempts: Unlimited (min. age 17, max. attempts: no limit)
NEET UG 2026 Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions / Format | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 35 MCQ + 15 Assertion-Reason (attempt 10) | 35×4 + 10×4 = 180 |
| Chemistry | 35 MCQ + 15 Assertion-Reason (attempt 10) | 35×4 + 10×4 = 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 70 MCQ + 30 Assertion-Reason (attempt 20) | 70×4 + 20×4 = 360 |
| Total | 180 questions | 720 marks |
Negative Marking: -1 for wrong MCQ
NEET UG 2026 Syllabus
Physics
- Motion, Laws of Motion, Work & Energy
- Electrostatics & Current Electricity
- Magnetic Effects, EMI, AC
- Optics & Modern Physics
- Waves & Thermodynamics
Chemistry
- Atomic Structure, Bonding
- Equilibrium & Thermodynamics
- Organic Chemistry (GOC, Reactions)
- Coordination Compounds
- Biomolecules & Polymers
Biology
- Cell Biology & Cell Division
- Genetics & Evolution
- Human Physiology (Digestion, Circulation, Excretion)
- Plant Physiology
- Ecology & Environment
NEET UG 2026 Qualifying Cutoff
| Category | Cutoff | Approx. Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General | 50th percentile | ≈147 marks |
| OBC/SC/ST | 40th percentile | ≈113 marks |
| General-PwD | 45th percentile | ≈129 marks |
| SC/ST/OBC-PwD | 40th percentile | ≈113 marks |
College Cutoffs via NEET UG 2026
| College & Branch | Cutoff | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi MBBS | 710–720 | ~AIR 1–50 |
| JIPMER Puducherry MBBS | 680–700 | ~AIR 50–200 |
| GMC Delhi (Govt.) | 640–660 | ~AIR 500–1500 |
| State Govt. MBBS (top states) | 550–640 | AIR 1500–8000 |
| Private MBBS (deemed) | 500–550 | AIR 8000–40000 |
How to Apply for NEET UG 2026
- Visit the official exam website
- Register with valid email and mobile number
- Fill in personal, academic and contact details
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents
- Select exam city preferences
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and save confirmation / application number
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Keep your application number safe. You will need it to download admit card and check results.
FAQs | NEET UG 2026
What is the NEET 2026 exam date?+
NEET UG 2026 was conducted on May 4, 2026 (Sunday). The exam is held once a year across India in offline pen-paper mode. Results are expected in June 2026.
How many marks are needed for government MBBS in NEET 2026?+
For a government MBBS seat, you typically need 550–650+ marks (General category). AIIMS Delhi requires 710–720. Top state government colleges require 580–640. Exact cutoffs depend on the state quota.
What is the NEET 2026 syllabus?+
NEET 2026 syllabus covers Class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany + Zoology) from NCERT. Total 720 marks: Physics 180, Chemistry 180, Biology 360. No questions from outside NCERT are typically asked.
Can I appear in NEET without PCB in Class 12?+
No. You must have Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology as compulsory subjects in Class 12 to be eligible for NEET. Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General category (40% for SC/ST/OBC).