NEET UG 2026: For students preparing for NEET UG 2026, the country's largest medical entrance examination, both relief and a warning have arrived simultaneously. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued some important instructions, advising students to get their documents in order even before the application process begins. It has often been observed that thousands of students, despite their hard work, are disqualified from the examination due to a minor technical error or incorrect documents.

According to media reports, this year, the NTA is focusing heavily on document verification. This will ensure transparency and reduce subsequent complaints. The NEET UG application process is likely to begin in February 2026, but experts say that to avoid a last-minute rush, students should update their key documents, such as their Aadhaar card and category certificates, according to their 10th-grade certificate.

List of Documents Required for NEET UG Form
According to the new NTA guidelines, NEET UG 2026 candidates should keep the following documents updated:

Aadhaar Card: This is the most important ID proof. Ensure that your name and date of birth match your 10th-grade mark sheet.

PAN Card: May be required as additional proof of identity.

Signature: Clear signature in black ink on white paper.

Passport-size photograph: Recently taken (with a white background).

Postcard-size photograph (4″x6″): Mandatory for uploading during the application process.
Thumb impression: Thumb and finger impressions of both left and right hands.

10th and 12th Mark Sheets: To certify academic qualifications.

PwBD/Category Certificate: Valid certificate for students availing reservation benefits.
Matching the Aadhaar Card and the 10th Certificate is Essential.

According to experts, most form rejections occur due to discrepancies in the spelling of the name and date of birth (DOB). If the details on your Aadhaar card differ from those on your 10th-grade certificate, get them updated immediately through the UIDAI portal or at a nearby Aadhaar center. The National Testing Agency (NTA)'s biometric verification system relies on the matching of this data.

Category Certificates and UDID Card
Candidates with disabilities (PwD) must update and renew their UDID card. Similarly, candidates belonging to the EWS, SC, ST, and OBC-NCL categories must ensure that their certificates are updated according to the latest government regulations. Outdated or invalid certificates may lead to the cancellation of your candidature for the NEET 2026 exam.

NEET UG 2026 Date: When will the NEET UG exam be held?
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released a new syllabus for the NEET UG 2026 exam, which now focuses on core topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology of classes 11th and 12th. The exam is likely to be held on the first Sunday of May 2026, with the application process expected to begin in February. The medical entrance exam, NEET UG, is usually conducted on the first Sunday of May.

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