NEET UG 2026 Application Deadline Extended: Check New Last Date and Key Details
The application deadline for NEET UG 2026 has been extended by the National Testing Agency (NTA), providing additional time for medical aspirants across the country to complete their registration process.
According to the official notice, candidates can now submit the NEET UG 2026 application form until March 11, 2026, by 9:00 PM through the official website. The extension has been announced to help students who could not complete their forms before the earlier deadline.
Previous Deadline and Reason for Extension
Earlier, the last date to apply for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 was March 8, 2026. However, the testing agency decided to extend the deadline after receiving requests from candidates who faced difficulties during the final days of the registration process.
With the revised schedule, students who have not yet applied now have a final opportunity to complete their application.
Application Fee Payment Deadline
Along with the registration deadline, the NTA has also extended the time for fee payment. Candidates can pay the application fee until 11:50 PM on March 11, 2026.
Applicants are advised to finish the process well before the deadline to avoid technical issues at the last moment.
Steps to Apply for NEET UG 2026
Candidates can complete their application by following these steps:
- Visit the official NEET website – neet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the NEET UG 2026 registration link on the homepage
- Register by entering basic personal details
- Log in using the generated credentials
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Upload required documents such as photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee and submit the form
- Download the confirmation page for future reference.
NEET UG 2026 Exam Date
The NEET UG 2026 examination is expected to be conducted on May 3, 2026 in offline mode. The national-level entrance exam is conducted for admission to undergraduate medical courses such as MBBS, BDS, and other allied health programmes in medical colleges across India.
Important Advice for Candidates
Medical aspirants are encouraged to complete their registration within the extended timeframe, as the testing agency has indicated that no further extension may be granted after the new deadline.
Candidates should also carefully check all the details entered in the form before final submission to avoid issues during the admission process.