The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the NEET UG 2026 admit cards online on April 26, 2026 . The announcement came via an NTA post on X (formerly Twitter) on April 22, 2026. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official NTA NEET website, neet.nta.nic.in .
City Intimation Slips Released
City intimation slips for NEET UG 2026 are now available. These slips inform candidates of their allocated exam city. According to the NTA, 99.2% of candidates have been assigned their first-choice city. This aims to reduce travel stress.
NEET UG 2026 Exam Schedule
The NEET UG 2026 examination is scheduled for May 3, 2026 . The exam will take place on a Sunday. Students will have three hours to complete the paper. The exam timing is from 2 PM to 5 PM .
Exam Structure and Marking Scheme
The NEET UG exam tests candidates in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology). The paper includes 180 compulsory multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Each section has a specific number of questions and marks.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Biology (Botany & Zoology) | 90 | 360 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
The marking scheme awards +4 marks for each correct answer. An incorrect answer results in a deduction of -1 mark. Unanswered questions receive 0 marks. In cases of multiple correct options, all candidates who marked any of them receive +4 marks. If a question is dropped or found incorrect, all appeared candidates get +4 marks.
NTA Advice to Candidates
The NTA advises NEET UG 2026 candidates to remain calm and focused. The agency stated its commitment to a fair and transparent examination process. Candidates are reminded to prioritize their health and trust their preparation.
