NEET UG Re-Exam 2026: Know Reporting Time, Entry Rules, Exam Centre Guidelines

New Delhi: The NEET UG re-exam 2026 will be held on Sunday at 5,440 examination centers in 551 cities across the country and 14 centers abroad. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has made special security arrangements at all centers to ensure fair, safe, and transparent examination. Guidelines for biometric verification, dress code, and entry have also been issued for the candidates appearing for the examination. 

What is the time of the exam?

The examination will begin at 2 pm and will continue till 5:15 pm. The NTA has appealed to the candidates to reach the examination center well in advance and follow all the rules.

Candidates in the PwD/PwBD category who have been granted additional time will have their exam until 6:20 pm. The NTA advises candidates to arrive at the exam center well in advance of the reporting time to ensure security checks and other formalities are completed on time.

What is the exam pattern?

A total of 180 questions will be asked in the exam and maximum marks have been fixed at 720.

Physics: 45 questions, 180 marks
Chemistry: 45 questions, 180 marks
Biology: 90 questions, 360 marks

According to NTA, the examination structure has been prepared under the principle of "One Examination, One Fair Field" i.e. "One examination, equal opportunity for all", so that all the candidates can get equal and fair opportunity.

Negative marking will remain applicable

• 4 marks will be awarded for each correct answer
• 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer
• No marks will be awarded for each question left unanswered and no marks will be deducted

What can candidates carry to the examination centre?

In view of the rainy season, candidates have been granted certain exemptions. Transparent water bottles are permitted inside the recruitment examination center. Admit cards are also permitted to be kept in a transparent plastic pouch for safekeeping. The NTA has stated that candidates should only bring items necessary for the exam. 

What are the rules regarding dress code?

The NTA has advised candidates to wear light clothing to the re-exam center. Although full-sleeved or woolen clothing is permitted if necessary, they should arrive early to ensure smooth checking. Regarding footwear, it is recommended to wear slippers or low-heeled sandals. Candidates wearing high-heeled shoes may face more scrutiny.

The NTA has also issued guidelines regarding religious items and clothing. Candidates wearing sacred thread, turbans, hijabs, religious symbols, or other religious items will be permitted. However, such candidates must arrive at the examination center before other candidates so they can be thoroughly checked. The NTA stated that security procedures may take additional time, so reporting early is essential. 

What is banned?

No electronic devices of any kind are permitted inside the examination center. Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, earphones, and other electronic devices are strictly prohibited. Large belts, buckles, metal objects, heavy jewellery, and other metal accessories are also prohibited.

What about biometric verification? 

All candidates appearing for the re-NEET exam will undergo biometric verification before entering the exam center. This will include a fingerprint or face scan. If biometric verification is not possible due to technical reasons, internet issues, server problems, or data-related issues, candidates will not be prevented from taking the exam. In such a situation, they will be required to fill out a declaration form provided at the exam center, after which they will be allowed to appear. The NTA has clarified that the biometric process will not cause any inconvenience to any candidate and, if necessary, this process can be completed before or after the exam begins.