NEET UG 2026 Registration Deadline Extended to March 11: NTA Issues Notice
- Layana Mary
- Mar 9
- 2 min read
Introduction
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the registration deadline for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2026, giving aspiring medical students additional time to complete their application process. Candidates can now submit their NEET UG 2026 application forms until March 11, 2026, at 9 PM through the official website.
The extension provides relief to thousands of students across India who were unable to complete their registrations before the earlier deadline of March 8, 2026.
Revised NEET UG 2026 Registration Deadline
According to the official notice issued by the National Testing Agency, the last date to apply online has been extended to March 11, 2026, until 9 PM. The application fee can be paid until 11:50 PM on the same day.
Officials also clarified that no further extension will be provided, urging candidates to complete their applications before the revised deadline.
The extension was introduced after several students requested more time due to technical issues and overlapping board examinations.
NEET UG 2026 Important Dates
The NEET UG 2026 registration process began on February 8, 2026, and the initial deadline for submitting applications was March 8, 2026. However, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has now extended the deadline, allowing candidates to submit their applications until March 11, 2026, at 9 PM. Applicants will also be able to pay the required examination fee until 11:50 PM on March 11, 2026. In addition, NTA has scheduled the application correction window from March 10 to March 12, 2026, giving candidates an opportunity to make necessary changes to their submitted forms. The NEET UG 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted on May 3, 2026, in pen-and-paper mode at exam centres across India.
How to Apply for NEET UG 2026
Candidates who have not yet registered can follow these steps to complete the application process:
Visit the official NEET website.
Click on the NEET UG 2026 registration link on the homepage.
Register using basic details such as name, email ID, and mobile number.
Fill out the online application form carefully.
Upload required documents including photograph and signature.
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
NEET UG 2026 Examination Details
NEET UG is the national-level entrance examination for undergraduate medical courses in India. The exam determines admission to programs such as:
MBBS
BDS
AYUSH courses
Other allied medical programs
The test includes multiple-choice questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology) and is considered one of the most competitive entrance exams in the country.
Conclusion
The extension of the NEET UG 2026 registration deadline offers a final opportunity for medical aspirants to complete their applications. With the exam scheduled for May 3, 2026, candidates should submit their forms before the revised deadline and focus on preparing for the highly competitive medical entrance test.
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