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By Ankit Gupta
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Updated on 16 May 2026, 10:22 IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the NEET UG 2026 re-exam date after cancelling the earlier examination conducted on 3 May 2026 due to alleged paper leak and exam irregularity concerns. According to the latest official notice, the NEET 2026 re exam will now be conducted on 21 June 2026 (Sunday) across India
The re-examination will be conducted in offline pen-and-paper mode and students are advised to follow only official NTA notifications for authentic updates
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| NEET Re Exam 2026 Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Exam Day | Sunday |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Exam Timing | 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM |
| Duration | 3 Hours 15 Minutes |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
The examination will be conducted across India and abroad in multiple exam centres.
The official notification has clarified several important points related to the NEET 2026 re-exam details.
| Feature | Information |
| Exam Type | National Level Medical Entrance Exam |
| Courses Covered | MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, Nursing |
| Exam Language | 13 Languages |
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Fresh Application Required? | No |
| Additional Fee | No extra fee for corrections |
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Here is the updated NEET re exam schedule
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| Events | Dates |
| Original NEET Exam Date | 3 May 2026 |
| NEET Exam Cancellation | Officially Announced |
| Address & City Update Window | 15 May – 21 May 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To Be Announced |
| City Intimation Slip | To Be Announced |
| Result Date | Expected After Exam |
Candidates who want to change their current exam city due to relocation or address changes can update their preferred city during the correction window.
| Particulars | Details |
| Correction Start Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Correction Fee | No Fee |
| Editable Fields | Present Address & Exam City Choice |
The NTA has clarified that no additional correction requests will be accepted after the deadline.
The revised admit cards for the re-examination will be released separately by NTA. Students must download the new admit card before the examination date because the earlier hall ticket may not remain valid for the re-exam.
The admit card will include:
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Students appearing for the examination should carefully note the revised exam timing.
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| Particulars | Timing |
| Entry Begins | As per Admit Card |
| Gate Closing Time | Before Exam Start |
| Exam Start Time | 2:00 PM |
| Exam End Time | 5:15 PM |
The additional 15 minutes include exam formalities and instructions.
Candidates must carry the following documents to the examination centre:
Students should avoid carrying prohibited items such as electronic gadgets, calculators, smart watches, or study material.
The exam pattern for the re-examination is expected to remain the same.
| Subject | Number of Questions |
| Physics | 45 |
| Chemistry | 45 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 90 |
| Total | 180 Questions |
With limited time remaining, students should focus on smart revision strategies.
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The NEET UG 2026 re-exam is officially scheduled for 21 June 2026 (Sunday).
The earlier examination conducted on 3 May 2026 was cancelled due to reported irregularities and paper leak concerns.
The examination will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM.
Yes, NTA will release fresh admit cards for the re-examination.
Yes, candidates can update their present address and preferred exam city from 15 May to 21 May 2026.
The examination will be conducted in offline pen-and-paper mode.
Students should regularly visit the official NTA NEET website for verified announcements and notifications.