NEET UG
National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate)
Conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA)
NEET UG 2026 - Overview
National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) (NEET UG) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to Medical & Health Sciences programmes across India. The exam is conducted in offline mode with a duration of 3 hours for a total of 720 marks . NEET UG is held once a year. Currently, 8+ colleges in India accept NEET UG scores for admission. The next key date is NEET UG 2027 - Registration Opens on 01 Feb 2027.
NEET UG 2026 - Key Details
About NEET UG
NEET UG Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| EWS | ₹1,600 |
| OBC-NCL | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,000 |
| General / OBC | ₹1,700 |
NEET UG Important Dates
NEET UG 2027 - Registration Opens
01 Feb 2027, Monday
TentativeNEET UG 2027 - Examination
04 May 2027, Tuesday
TentativeNEET UG 2027 - Result Declaration
15 Jun 2027, Tuesday
TentativeNEET UG Important Dates
| Event | Type | Session | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEET UG 2027 - Registration Opens Tentative | Registration | - | 01 Feb 2027 | Online registration window for NEET UG 2027. Candidates can fill the application form, upload photographs, and pay the application fee. |
| NEET UG 2027 - Examination Tentative | Exam | - | 04 May 2027 | NEET UG 2027 examination will be conducted in offline (pen and paper) mode at centers across India and abroad. |
| NEET UG 2027 - Result Declaration Tentative | Result | - | 15 Jun 2027 | NTA will release NEET UG 2027 results with scores, percentile, All India Rank, and category-wise cutoff marks. |
NEET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Understanding the eligibility criteria is the first step towards preparing for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) (NEET UG). The exam is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) at the national level for candidates seeking admission to Medical & Health Sciences programmes across India. Candidates must carefully verify that they meet all requirements before filling the application form to avoid rejection at a later stage.
Important Points to Remember
Verify your eligibility well before the application deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
Keep all required documents (marksheets, certificates, ID proof) ready before starting the application.
Final-year students can usually apply provisionally - check the official notification for details.
Always refer to the official NEET UG website for the most up-to-date eligibility norms.
NEET UG Exam Pattern
NEET UG Syllabus
NEET UG 2026 Cutoff Scores
NEET UG cutoff is the minimum score required by candidates to qualify the examination and become eligible for the next stage of admission. The cutoff is determined by National Testing Agency (NTA) based on factors like total number of candidates, difficulty level of the paper, and availability of seats. The exam is conducted for a total of 720 marks. Candidates from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) generally have lower cutoff scores compared to the General category.
Cutoff Data Not Yet Available
NEET UG 2026 cutoff scores will be published after the results are declared. Check back for updates.
How NEET UG Cutoff is Determined
Difficulty Level
The overall difficulty of the question paper directly affects cutoff scores.
Number of Candidates
Higher participation generally leads to higher cutoff scores due to increased competition.
Available Seats
The total number of seats across participating institutes impacts how many candidates qualify.
Reservation Policy
Different cutoffs apply for General, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories as per government norms.
Top Colleges Accepting NEET UG 2026
A total of 8+ colleges and institutions across India accept NEET UG scores for admission to Medical & Health Sciences programmes . This includes 6 government and 2 private institutions. These colleges are spread across 6 states including Delhi, Maharashtra, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and more . The highest-rated institution is All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi with a rating of 4.80/5.
Top NEET UG Colleges - at a Glance
| # | College | Location | Type | Rating | |
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| 1 | All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi aiims | New Delhi, Delhi | Government |
4.8
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| 2 | Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur iit | Kharagpur, West Bengal | Government |
4.7
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| 3 | Christian Medical College Vellore college | Vellore, Tamil Nadu | Private |
4.7
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| 4 | Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research institute | Puducherry, Puducherry | Government |
4.6
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| 5 | Armed Forces Medical College Pune college | Pune, Maharashtra | Government |
4.6
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| 6 | Maulana Azad Medical College New Delhi college | New Delhi, Delhi | Government |
4.5
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| 7 | Banaras Hindu University university | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | Government |
4.3
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| 8 | SRM Institute of Science and Technology university | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | Private |
4.0
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State-wise Distribution
NEET UG Preparation Tips
NEET UG Counselling Process
NEET UG counselling is conducted at two levels: All India Quota (AIQ) counselling managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under DGHS, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, and State Quota counselling conducted by respective state counselling authorities.
- MCC AIQ Registration: After NTA declares NEET UG results, qualified candidates register on the MCC website (mcc.nic.in). Registration requires payment of a non-refundable registration fee (approximately ₹1,000 for General; ₹500 for SC/ST/PwD). AIQ covers 15% of seats in government medical colleges and 100% of seats in central and deemed universities (AIIMS, JIPMER included separately).
- Choice Filling & Locking: Candidates fill and lock their preferred college-course combinations. Choices are ranked in order of preference. Thorough research of college NIRF rankings, infrastructure, and previous year cutoffs is advised before locking.
- Seat Allotment Rounds: MCC conducts multiple allotment rounds (typically Round 1, Round 2, and a Mop-Up Round). Results are published on the MCC portal. Candidates must log in and accept or reject the allotted seat within the stipulated window.
- Fee Payment & Reporting: On accepting a seat, candidates pay the security deposit online (approximately ₹10,000–₹2,00,000 depending on college type) and report to the allotted institution with original documents within the deadline.
- Document Verification: Original documents required include NEET UG scorecard, Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and certificates, category certificate (if applicable), domicile/nativity certificate, passport-size photographs, Aadhaar card, and transfer certificate.
- State Quota Counselling: For the remaining 85% state quota seats, candidates must separately register with their respective state counselling authority (e.g., DGME for Tamil Nadu, CETCELL Maharashtra, KEA Karnataka, AACCC Assam). Eligibility criteria such as domicile requirements vary by state. State rounds run concurrently or after MCC rounds.
- Stray Vacancy Round: Any seats remaining vacant after regular rounds are filled through an additional stray vacancy round conducted by MCC and state authorities.
- Candidates allotted a seat in Round 1 who wish to upgrade must retain their seat and participate in Round 2 simultaneously.
- Deemed and private university seats (100% quota) are allotted through MCC counselling after AIQ government seats.