To determine the age limit for NEET 2026, or any specific year, you must refer to the official NEET Information Bulletin released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for that particular year. Historically, the minimum age requirement has been 17 years as of December 31st of the year of admission. The upper age limit has been a subject of changes and legal reviews. For several recent years, the National Medical Commission (NMC) removed the upper age limit for appearing in NEET-UG. However, since policies can be revised, the only reliable source is the official NTA bulletin for NEET 2026 when it is released (typically a few months before the exam). Always check the official source to ensure you have the most current and accurate eligibility criteria.