NEET UG 2026 Re Exam (June 21): Live Updates on NTA Guidelines on Timings, Dress Code, Prohibited Items
NEET UG 2026 Re Exam will be conducted on June 21 between 2 PM to 5:15 PM. Check NTA guidelines, revised exam timing, reporting time, dress code for male and female candidates, list of prohibited items, admit card download link here. Scroll down to get NEET 2026 Re Exam June 21 Live Updates on exam security measures, NTA latest guidelines, exam day tips, dos and don'ts along with latest updates for Re NEET UG 2026 exam day on this page.
National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the Re NEET UG 2026 exam on June 21, 2026. Over 20 lakh+ students are expected to reappear in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduates this year. NTA is conducting NEET UG 2026 re-exam on June 21, following the cancellation of the May 3 exam for paper leak allegations.
The authorities have introduced NTA re neet 2026 measures such as biometric authentication, strict checking procedures, and additional monitoring to ensure a fair and transparent examination process. Candidates are advised to carefully follow all instructions mentioned in the NTA re neet admit card 2026 and official guidelines. Applicants can find re neet admit card 2026 link from the candidate login page at neet.nta.nic.in.
Revised NEET 2026 Exam Timing
The revised NEET 2026 exam timing is from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM. Earlier, the exam timing was from 2 PM to 5 PM. Candidates must reach their allotted centres before the reporting deadline. The NEET 2026 gate closing time is 1:30 PM. Late entry will not be permitted under any circumstances once the gates are closed.
Apart from exam timings, students also have to follow the NEET dress code, know the prohibited items list, and do's and don'ts on the exam day. Candidates should carry only the permitted documents and avoid taking electronic gadgets, study material, jewellery, or other restricted items to the exam hall.
NTA NEET 2026 Dress Code for Male and Female Students
Both male and female students must wear simple and light clothes with sandals/ slippers. Students appearing in the NEET 2026 re exam must follow the guidelines shared by NTA. The following table highlights what to and not to do for NEET exam:
| What to Do | What Not to Do |
|---|---|
| Do wear light-coloured, half-sleeve clothes and slippers |
Don't wear shoes, long sleeves, or clothes with large buttons
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| Do leave all gadgets at home or with a guardian |
Don't carry any textbook material
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| Carry a valid ID card to the exam centre |
Don't carry mobile phones, smartwatches, or other electronic items
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| Carry a transparent water bottle |
Don't wear any jewellery, including earrings, rings, necklaces
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| Carefully listen to the invigilator | Do not talk to anyone in the exam hall |
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NEET 2026 Re-Exam June 21 Pre-Exam Live Updates: NTA Dress Code Rules, Mandatory Documents Checklist, Exam Timings, Admit Card Link, Items to Carry
- 12:26 PM IST• 20 Jun 2026
NEET Hall Ticket Download 2026 LIVE: what login details are required?
To download NEET Hall Ticket 2026, candidates must log in using their application number and password. After downloading the hall ticket, students should carefully check their exam centre, reporting time, photograph, and personal details. They must also download and print the undertaking form along with admit card.
- 12:12 PM IST• 20 Jun 2026
NEET.nta.nic.in LIVE: How to stay calm during exam days?
Students must take the below advise and follow it till the exam concludes tomorrow:
- Get a good sleep tonight.
- Do not worry about what your friends have studied and their planning.
- Do only light revision on exam day.
- Maintain a positive mindset that 'You will crack re NEET 2026 with 720/720'.
- 11:58 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Date Update LIVE: Is Re-NEET 2026 Postponed?
No. As per the latest NEET UG 2026 re-exam date update, the National Testing Agency has officially confirmed that the re-test will be conducted on June 21, 2026 (Sunday). NTA has also dismissed rumours circulating online regarding any postponement of Re NEET 2026.
- 11:54 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
Re NEET Admit Card 2026 Link LIVE: where can candidates download their hall ticket?
The Re NEET Admit Card 2026 link is available through the official NTA portal. Candidates can download their hall tickets from neet.nta.nic.in and logging in with their application number and password. Students should download the admit card quickly and cross check all details before exam day.
- 11:45 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
Why has Telegram been restricted during the exam period?
The discussion around Telegram banned NEET gained attention after Delhi High Court supported a temporary block on Telegram until June 22. The decision aims to prevent unauthorized sharing of exam content and cheating attempts during NEET 2026 re-exam.
- 11:37 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
NEET UG 2026 Re Exam Live: Nagpur student allotted exam centre in Abu Dhabi
A NEET aspirant in Nagpur, Abdullah Mohammad Talib, has been mistakenly allotted an exam centre in Abu Dhabi. NTA highlighted that it has happened due to a technical glitch and the revised admit card will be available for the student.
- 11:30 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
Re NEET UG 2026 Latest Update: NTA to conduct nationwide mock drill
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct a nationwide mock drill today (June 20). The mock drill will ensure smooth, secure and transparent conduct of the NEET UG 2026 re test.
- 11:24 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
NEET 2026 Re Exam Live Updates: NTA Security Measures
The NTA Re NEET 2026 measures include deploying Indian Air Force helicopters for the secure transportation of question papers. Isolation facilities for paper setters and multi-layer biometric login at exam centres. NTA has toughened security to ensure smooth conduct of NEET UG 2026 re-exam on June 21.
- 11:19 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
NEET UG 2026 Re Exam Highlights
Students who are appearing for the exam must carefully check the below quick highlights of the exam:
Feature Details Exam Name National Eligibility cum Entrance TestExam Date June 21, 2026 (Sunday) Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA) Exam Duration 3 hours and 15 minutes (2:00 PM to 5:15 PM IST)Languages Offered 13 Languages (English, Hindi, and 11 Regional)Exam Mode Offline (Pen-and-Paper, OMR-based)Reporting Time Entry starts at 11:00 AM Total Marks 720 Marks Gate Closing Time 1:30 PM - 11:14 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
NEET Dress Code 2026 for Students with Religious Attire
NTA has provided special guidelines for NEET dress code for religious attire. Candidates who wear any religious clothing must report to the exam centre at least one hour before the reporting time, preferably between 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM.
- 11:11 AM IST• 20 Jun 2026
NEET 2026 Re Exam June 21 Live Updates: Date and Timing
NTA will conduct NEET UG 2026 re exam tomorrow, June 21, 2026. The test will be conducted in 565 cities, including 551 cities in India and 14 international cities. Re NEET 2026 exam will be conducted between 2 PM to 5:15 PM in approximately 5400 exam centres in offline pen and paper based mode.
Commonly asked questions
The NEET exam will be conducted from 2.00 to 5.15 pm with these exam timings-
| Events | Timing |
|---|---|
| Exam Centre Entry Begins | 11.00 AM |
| Exam Centre Last Entry | 1.30 PM |
| Sitting on the Exam Hall | 1.15 PM |
| Announcement of Important Instructions | 1.15 PM to 1.30 PM |
| Distribution of NEET Test Booklet | 1.45 PM |
| Writing of particulars on the NEET Test Booklet | 1.50 PM |
| NEET Exam Timing | 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM |
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