The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released an advisory outlining dress code norms and permitted items for candidates appearing in NEET UG 2026.
Candidates are encouraged to wear light clothing on the day of the examination. Full sleeves and woollen garments are permitted if required, but candidates must report early for security checks.
Footwear guidelines specify that slippers and low-heeled sandals are preferred. Candidates are allowed to carry transparent water bottles inside the examination hall.
Articles or objects of faith are permitted, subject to mandatory reporting and inspection. However, candidates must avoid heavy, layered, or thick fabric clothing.
Metal items like buttons, zips, chains, or accessories are not allowed. Hoodies, jackets, or full-sleeve T-shirts are also prohibited.
The NTA has urged all candidates to adhere to these instructions and cooperate with the examination staff to ensure a hassle-free examination process.
Compliance with the advisory is necessary for maintaining order during the exam. Candidates can contact the NTA helpline at 011-40759000 or 011-69227700 for clarifications regarding the exam.
A uniform dress code ensures all students are treated equally at exam centres. The key rule is to keep clothing light, simple, and non-restrictive to ensure smooth security checks at the exam centre.
