The National Testing Agency (NTA) is issuing alerts to candidates for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination, scheduled for June 21, 2026 . SMS, email, and WhatsApp notifications are being sent to guide students in downloading their new admit cards.
Admit Card Distribution
Admit cards were released on June 14, 2026 . Students are urged to download their admit cards promptly to avoid last-minute issues. The official website for download is neet.nta.nic.in .
Communication Channels
NTA is using specific channels for official communication. SMS messages originate from the sender ID NICPEP . Emails will be sent from no-reply.neet.nta@nic.in .
WhatsApp updates are being sent from a verified account: +91 78279 80287 . Authentic messages will display a blue tick and the name "National Testing Agency".
Fraud Alert
Candidates are warned against fraudulent communications. NTA will not ask for payments, share exam papers or answer keys, or provide admit cards via links in suspicious messages.
Any requests for payment, OTPs, or personal details through WhatsApp are fraudulent. Candidates should not click on unverified links. Report suspicious messages immediately.
Re-examination Details
The NEET UG re-exam takes place on Sunday, June 21, 2026 . This exam replaces the one originally held on May 3, 2026, which was canceled due to a paper leak. The CBI is conducting an investigation.
The admit cards issued for the May 3, 2026 exam are no longer valid. New exam centers have been assigned to candidates.
Admit Card Download Guidance
Students who have already downloaded their new admit card for the June 21 exam do not need to download it again. The alerts are primarily for those who have not yet obtained their updated admit card.
WhatsApp services are a broadcast-only channel. Candidates will not be asked to reply or share sensitive information.
