NTA will release the NEET UG 2026 admit card on April 26, 2026 . The admit card will show your exam centre address and reporting time.
NEET UG 2026 admit card: release and key facts
More than 99% of candidates received their first city preference for NEET 2026 city intimation. That should help you finalise travel and stay well before the test.
The NEET UG 2026 exam is scheduled for May 3, 2026 . It will be an offline pen-and-paper test held in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 5:20 PM (duration 3 hours 20 minutes ).
How to download NEET UG 2026 admit card
Visit neet.nta.nic.in and click the admit card download link. You will need your Application Number , Date of Birth and the on-screen security pin to access the hall ticket.
After the details are accepted, download and print copies. NTA asks candidates to print at least two colour copies of the admit card for exam day use.
What the admit card will contain
The admit card will list your exact exam centre address and the reporting time. It will also include important exam day guidelines and instructions you must follow at the centre.
What to carry to the exam centre
Bring the printed admit card, a valid photo ID and a passport-sized photograph. Keep original ID ready as centres will verify identity.
Quick dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admit card release | April 26, 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 exam | May 3, 2026 |
Exam mode and timing
The exam will be conducted in offline pen-and-paper mode across India and select foreign cities. All candidates will sit in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 5:20 PM .
Note on city intimation
NTA’s city allotment shows over 99% of candidates got their first city choice. This is meant to reduce last-minute travel issues for most applicants.
FAQs
When will NEET UG 2026 admit card release?
Admit card will be released on April 26, 2026 .
When is NEET UG 2026 exam?
NEET UG 2026 is scheduled on May 3, 2026 .
How to download the admit card?
Visit neet.nta.nic.in, click the download link, and enter your Application Number , Date of Birth and the security pin .
What to carry to the exam centre?
Carry the printed admit card, a valid photo ID and a passport-sized photograph.
What is the exam timing?
Single shift from 2:00 PM to 5:20 PM (duration 3 hours 20 minutes).
How many copies should I print?
Print at least two colour copies of the admit card.
Does the admit card show exam centre address?
Yes. The admit card will contain the exact exam centre address and your reporting time.
Is the exam offline or online?
The exam is offline pen-and-paper in a single shift.