NEET UG 2026: Students applying for NEET UG often make minor mistakes while filling out the form, which can cause significant problems later. The application process for NEET UG 2026 has begun. Candidates who have not yet applied for NEET UG 2026 can complete the application process through the NTA’s official website until March 8th. After this, the application window will close. Many candidates often make minor mistakes while filling out the application form, which they later regret. It is important for students to avoid such mistakes. Let us explain these common mistakes during the application process. Let us find out who can apply for NEET UG 2026.

Avoid these mistakes when applying:

1. Don’t wait for the last date to apply.

2. Pay special attention to the date, month, and year when filling in the date of birth.

3. Be sure to provide the spelling of your name before filling it in and check it before submitting it.

4. Be careful when spelling your parents’ names.

5. Pay special attention when filling in your gender.

6. When uploading documents, carefully check the information provided on them.

7. Be careful when uploading documents.

8. Upload a scanned copy of your passport-size photo, even if it is clear.

9. After completing the form, do not wait for the deadline to pay the application fee.

Who is Eligible for NEET Exam?
Applicants must be at least 17 years of age. Candidates who have passed class 12th or are appearing for their final 12th exam can apply for NEET UG. Additionally, a 12th-pass candidate must have at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.

NEET UG 2026: How to apply for NEET UG 2026
must visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in
Go to the NEET UG 2026 registration link on the website’s homepage.
Candidates should register themselves.
Once the registration process is complete, candidates fill out their application form.
Candidates should submit it.
Candidates should download the confirmation page.
Finally, take a printout for future use.

Last date to apply?
The application process for the NEET UG 2026 exam will close on February 8. Candidates should apply by this date. The correction window for form changes will open on March 10 and remain open until March 12.

Application Fee
General candidates will have to pay ₹1700, General-EWS/OBC-NCL candidates ₹1600, and SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender candidates ₹1000. For candidates appearing for the exam at centres outside India, the fee will be ₹9500 for all categories.

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