The NEET UG 2026 exam will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on May 3, 2026. This medical entrance exam will take place in India, Dubai, Sharjah, and Riyadh.
Exam timings:
- India: 2 PM to 5 PM
- Dubai and Sharjah: 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM (UAE time)
- Riyadh: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Saudi Arabian time)
Candidates must report by 1:30 PM at the exam centre in India. In Dubai and Sharjah, latecomers after 12 noon will not be allowed entry. Candidates arriving after 11 AM in Riyadh will also be barred from entering.
Each candidate must carry their NEET UG 2026 admit card, a valid photo ID, and passport-size photographs. The question paper will consist of 180 questions for a total of 720 marks.
Candidates must adhere to a strict dress code and avoid prohibited items such as gadgets. Biometric verification will occur at exam centres to ensure identity verification.
The NTA has dismissed rumors of paper leaks and emphasized the integrity of the examination process. Approximately 23 lakh candidates have registered for NEET UG 2026.
