NEET Application Form 2026 LIVE @neet.nta.nic.in; Registration last date, Photo Requirements & Qualifiying Code
NEET application form 2026 is available at neet.nta.nic.in. Candidates need to submit their applications timely along with the required documents. Check here updates on complete application process such as NEET registration last date, photo requirements, qualifying exam code, exam fees, photo resizer, image to PDF converter and other details.
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NEET application form 2026, which is available at neet.nta.nic.in. Candidates who want to appear for the exam should submit their forms before the NEET 2026 registration last date, that is, March 8, 2026. The NTA has already stated that candidates should not wait for the last minute and fill the form timely. NEET aspirants who want to to get admissions to Medical/ Dental/ Ayurveda/ Siddha/ Unani/ Homoeopathy courses in 2026-27 should register for the exam now.
New applicants may take time to fill the NEET 2026 application form due to the factors like uploading of documents, payment of fees and others. Even the repeaters might face some problems because of the changes in the application process such as live photo capture, Aadhaar eKYC and selection of cities based on address or question paper medium. Hence, start the process now to avoid last-minute delays.
| Direct NEET Registration 2026 Link - Click Here |
Issues Faced by Candidates while filling NEET 2026 Application Form
As per the queries posted online on various platforms, it can be inferred that candidates are facing issues in submitting the NEET form 2026. To clarify all your doubts related to the NEET UG 2026 registration and application process, we have shared below the details to be filled on the form.
- What to fill in NEET code- Candidates need to fill the qualifying exam code for NEET 2026 against this field. These codes state the educational qualification or eligibility of candidates. There are 7 codes and each code is specific to a category, such as NEET Code 2 is for droppers or repeaters, Code 1 is for appearing candidates, Code 7 is for foreign candidates, etc.
- What is NEET application form 2026 last date- The last date for NEET application is March 8, 2026. Candidates can submit the form up to 9.00 pm and pay the fees by 11:50 pm.
- NEET Fees 2026- The NEET registration fees if INR 1,700 for General category, INR 1,600 for General-EWS/ OBC-NCL and INR 1,000 for SC/ ST/ PwBD/ PwD/ Third Gender.
- How to compress image to PDF or reduce size- Candidates need to upload the photos and documents as per the specified size and format. Before starting the registration, save the documents required for NEET 2026 application form as per the desired dimensions. Use online tools to compress the image to PDF or even to reduce or increase the size in KBs.
NEET Photo Requirements 2026
The NTA has specified the NEET photo requirements 2026 on the official notification. Have a look at the details below-
| Documents |
Size & Format |
|---|---|
| Scanned Passport Size Photograph |
10 KB to 200 KB JPG/JPEG |
| Scanned Postcard Size Photograph |
10 KB to 200 KB 4"x6" JPG/JPEG |
| Scanned Signature |
10 KB to 100 KB JPG/JPEG |
| Scan of left and right-hand fingers and thumb impressions |
10 KB to 200 KB JPG/JPEG |
LIVE UPDATE
NEET Application Form 2026 Live Updates
- 7:51 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
NEET Code 2026
The NTA has notified the following NEET code 2026 to determine the eligibility of candidates in terms of educational qualification-
- NEET Code 01
- NEET Code 02
- NEET Code 03
- NEET Code 04
- NEET Code 05
- NEET Code 06
- NEET Code 07
- 7:33 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
NEET 2026 Application Form Live Updates: NEET Code 2 Details
The NEET Code 2 is for candidates who are repeaters or droppers. Such candidates need to mention "02" against the qualifying exam code field.
- 7:15 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
Is there any change in NEET 2026 Application Process?
Yes, the NTA has introduced the following changes in NEET 2026 application form-
- Live photo capture
- Aadhaar eKYC
- Selection of exam city based on address
- 6:51 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
What is NEET Application Form 2026 Last Date?
The last date to fill the NEET application form is March 8, 2026. Candidates need to submit their forms before 9.00 pm on last date.
- 6:31 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
Qualifying Exam Code for NEET 2026
Have a look at the qualifying exam code for NEET 2026 below-
Particulars Details Code 01 For those appearing in the Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2026. Code 02 For those who have already passed Class 12 (CBSE/ICSE/State Boards/NIOS) and/ or are droppers or repeaters Code 03 For those who passed an Intermediate/Pre-Degree science examination. Code 04 For those who completed a Pre-professional or Pre-medical examination. Code 05 For those currently in the first year of a three-year Bachelor's degree program (B.Sc.). Code 06 For those who have already passed a B.Sc. degree. Code 07 For eligible foreign students. - Visit neet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the registration link.
- Read the instructions carefully and acknowledge them.
- Register for the exam and generate a password.
- Enter the OTP to verify the details.
- Log in with the registration details.
- Fill the complete form.
- Pay the registration fees.
- Submit and save the page.
- 6:18 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
NEET 2026 Form Live Updates: Direct Registration Link
Candidates need to visit the official website to take the NEET registration 2026. Moreover, the direct link is shared here - neet.nta.nic.in
- 6:12 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
NEET Application Form 2026 Live Updates: Form Dates
The NEET application form 2026 is available from February 8 to March 8, 2026.
- 6:04 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
NEET 2026 Photo Requirements
Candidates need to upload scanned passport-size and postcard-size photo on the NEET application form 2026. The photo requirements are-
Documents
Size & Format
Scanned Passport Size Photograph
10 KB to 200 KB
JPG/JPEG
Scanned Postcard Size Photograph
10 KB to 200 KB
4"x6"
JPG/JPEG
- 6:01 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
NEET Fees 2026
Have a look at the NEET form fees 2026 below-
Category
Application Fee (INR)
General / Unreserved / NRI
INR 1,700
General-EWS / OBC-NCL
INR 1,600
SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender
INR 1,000
Centers Outside India
INR 9,500
- 5:59 PM IST• 12 Feb 2026
How to Fill NEET 2026 Application Form?
Candidates can fill the NEET 2026 application form using the process shared below-
- Visit - neet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on new registration link.
- Register and enter the required details.
- Log in again and fill the NEET form.
- Pay the registration fees.
- Submit and save the page.
Students can enroll for the NEET UG 2026 exam by filling out the application form. The NTA NEET form has been released along with the notification. Eligible students need to register for the exam and submit their applications. The NEET application fee needs to paid online with the form.
Candidates can fill the NEET form using the process shared below-
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The last date to apply for the NEET UG 2026 exam is March 8, 2026. The NTA makes the NEET application form 2026 available for around 30 days.