NTA NEET 2026 FAQs: Registration, Documents, and Exam Rules (Part 2)

Which ministry governs the National Medical Commission (NMC)?

Ministry of Health & Family Welfare

Which ministry governs the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM)?

Ministry of AYUSH

What does the “State from where 12th equivalent passed/appearing” indicate?

It is purely provisional for appearing in the exam and does not guarantee admission in that State.

Will NTA provide the syllabus for NEET (UG) 2026?

Refer to Annexure III (Page No. 60) of the Information Bulletin.

Where can I find the list of exam cities?

Refer to Annexure V (Page No. 78) of the Information Bulletin.

Where can I find the replica of the application form?

Refer to Annexure IX (Page No. 96) of the Information Bulletin.

What items are prohibited inside the examination hall?

Instruments, Geometry box, Pencil box, Handbag, Purse, Textual material, Eatables, Mobile Phones, Electronic Watches, etc.

Will candidates be frisked before entering the exam centre?

Yes, candidates will be subjected to extensive and compulsory frisking with metal detectors and biometric authentication.

Does qualifying NEET (UG) guarantee admission to medical courses?

No, selection is subject to fulfilling admission criteria, eligibility, and rank in the merit list.

What happens if a candidate submits false information?

The application shall be rejected at any stage, and the candidature may be cancelled.

Will information be provided under RTI Act during the examination process?

No, factual information under RTI shall be provided only after declaration of the final result.

What declaration must candidates submit with the application form?

Candidates must declare all particulars are true and they have read the Information Bulletin carefully.

What happens if a candidate fills more than one application form?

It is treated as Unfair Means (UFM). Candidates may be debarred for three years.

What identity documents are permissible for Indian Nationals?

Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, or any other valid Govt issued Photo ID.

What identity document is required for NRI candidates?

Passport Number

What identity document is required for Foreign Nationals/OCI candidates?

Passport Number

What are the three simple steps to apply online?

1. Registration, 2. Complete Application & Upload Documents, 3. Fee Payment.

What is the password policy for registration?

8-13 characters with one Upper case, one Lower case, one numeric, and one special character.

How can a candidate reset their password?

Using Security Question, verification code via SMS, or a reset link sent to email.

What category options are available in the application form?

General, General-EWS, SC, ST, OBC-NCL.

Who should select the OBC-NCL category?

Candidates in the Central List of OBCs available on the NCBC website.

Who are eligible to appear for NEET (UG) 2026 by nationality?

Indian Nationals, NRIs, OCI, and Foreign Nationals.

What is the format and size required for photograph upload?

JPG/JPEG, 10 kb to 200 kb, 80% face visible against white background.

What is the format and size required for signature upload?

JPG/JPEG, 10 kb to 100 kb.

What is the format and size required for hand fingers and thumb impressions?

JPG/JPEG, 50 kb to 300 kb.

What is the format and size required for category certificate upload?

PDF format, 50 kb to 300 kb.

What is a “live photograph” and why is it required?

A photo captured via webcam/mobile during form filling to verify identity against Aadhaar.

How many passport size photographs should candidates keep?

6 to 8 passport size colour photographs with white background.

How many post card size photographs should candidates keep?

4 to 6 post card size (4″X6″) colour photographs with white background.

Are spectacles allowed in the photograph?

Only if being used regularly.

Are Polaroid and computer-generated photos acceptable?

No, they are not acceptable.

What happens if someone else’s photograph is uploaded?

Candidature shall be cancelled and considered as Unfair Means.

What is the proof of successful fee payment?

Generation of the Confirmation Page.

Is mere deduction of fee from bank account proof of payment?

No, the Confirmation Page must be generated.

What is the validity of OTP generated during registration?

10 minutes only.

What should candidates do if Confirmation Page is not generated after payment?

Approach the Bank/Payment Gateway helpdesk; if unresolved, pay a second time.

Will duplicate payments be refunded?

Yes, after declaration of result and fee reconciliation by NTA.

What is the syllabus for NEET (UG) 2026?

Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany & Zoology). See Appendix-III on NTA website.

How many questions are there in NEET (UG) 2026?

200 total questions (180 to be answered).

What is the marking scheme for correct answers?

Four marks (+4).

What is the marking scheme for incorrect answers?

Minus one mark (-1).

What is the marking scheme for unanswered questions?

No mark (0).

What happens if a question has more than one correct option?

+4 marks will be awarded to those who marked any of the correct options.

What happens if all options are found correct?

+4 marks will be awarded to all who attempted the question.

What happens if a question is found wrong or dropped?

+4 marks will be given to all candidates who appeared.

What is the mode of examination for NEET (UG) 2026?

PEN and PAPER mode (single day/single shift).

What is the duration of the test?

Three (03) hours and 20 minutes.

Is compensatory time given to PwD/PwBD candidates?

Yes, one hour compensatory time is given.

In how many languages is NEET (UG) 2026 conducted?

13 languages (including English, Hindi, Tamil, etc.).

Can the medium of question paper be changed after submission?

No, the option once chosen cannot be changed.