NEET Application Form

NEET Application Form Out; How to Apply?, Dates, Links, and Fees

Filling NEET Application Form : Step-by-Step Guide

The National Testing Agency, NTA has displayed the application form of the NEET UG examination, on the official website- neet.nta.nic.in and the last date for submission . Pay the application fee  of the same day itself. Candidates will have to fill up the NEET application form diligently to secure an admit card for the most coveted medical entrance exam. The exam date for NEET UG will update soon.

The application process will be completely online and is divided into three to four steps: NEET Registration, Filling the NEET UG Application Form, Document Upload, and Payment of Fees. Probably, the exam will be conducted in around 500 cities across India and abroad, with approximately 20 lakh candidates applying for the same.

Checklist Before Submitting Your NEET Form

The NEET application form has been released. Application forms are to be submitted in online mode only. Candidates would be able to fill the application form on the official website of NTA. A checklist of things to do before you finally submit your NEET  form:

1. Checking of eligibility: Check whether or not you fulfill all the eligibility criteria for NEET.
2. Account creation on the NTA website: You are supposed to create an account on the NTA website for filling up the application form.
3. Scanning of required documents: You are supposed to upload the scanned copies of passport-size photograph, signature, mark sheet of Class 10 and 12, and proof of identity.
4. Fill the Application Form Carefully: Make sure all details are correctly provided on the application form.
5. Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fees using your credit card/ debit card or net banking online.
6. Review the Application Form: After you have entered all the details in the application form, review it for accuracy.
7. Click to submit the application form. You should only submit your application form online when you are sure that it is complete and correct.

Kindly note that the last date for submission of application form . The application form should better be submitted as early as possible to avoid last-minute rush.

NEET Application: Deadlines and Fees

Accordingly, the National Testing Agency, NTA, has announced important dates w.r.t. NEET : deadlines and application fees.

NEET Application Form Dates:

Events	NEET Application Dates
NEET Application Form Process Starting date	upcoming
	upcoming
Application Fee Payment Deadline	upcoming
Opening of the Correction Window	upcoming
Admit Card Release Date	upcoming
NEET Exam Date	upcoming

NEET Application Fees

You can find the application fee for NEET from the table below:

Category of Applicant	In India (Fee in ₹)	Outside India (Fee in ₹)
General	₹ 1700/-	₹ 9500/-
General-EWS/ OBC-NCL	₹ 1600/-
SC/ ST/ PwD/ Transgender	₹ 1000/-

Important Note

• The application fee is non-refundable.
• Candidate are advised to keep their application form number safe for future reference.
• Any errors or omissions in the application form may lead to the cancellation of the application.
• Late application will not be accepted.

Document Preparation for NEET Application

The documents required for NEET application form are:

Sl.No	Document	Specifications
1	Photograph	– Type: Recent passport-size photograph in color
		– Size: 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm
		– Background: White
		– File format: JPEG
		– Maximum file size: 200 KB
2	Signature	– Type: Scanned image of your signature in black or blue ink
		– Size: 1.5 cm x 2 cm
		– File format: JPEG
		– Maximum file size: 200 KB
3	Left Thumb Impression	– Type: Scanned image of your left thumb impression
		– Size: 3.2 cm x 3.2 cm
		– File format: JPEG
		– Maximum file size: 200 KB
4	Class 10 Certificate	– Type: Scanned image of your Class 10 certificate
		– File format: PDF
		– Maximum file size: 4 MB
5	Class 12 Mark Sheet	– Type: Scanned image of your Class 12 mark sheet
		– File format: PDF
		– Maximum file size: 4 MB
6	Identity Proof	– Type: Scanned image of your identity proof
		– Accepted proofs:  For Indian nationals – Aadhaar, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport Number, or Driving License. For NRI/OCI/PIO candidates – Passport or Embassy Certificate/Citizenship Certificate. For Foreign Nationals – Passport or Embassy Certificate/Citizenship Certificate.
		– File format: PDF
		– Maximum file size: 4 MB
7	Category Certificate	– Type: Scanned image of your category certificate (if applicable)
		– File format: PDF
		– Maximum file size: 4 MB
8	PwDB Certificate	– Type: Scanned image of your PwDB certificate (if applicable)
		– File format: PDF
		– Maximum file size: 4 MB
9	EWS Certificate	– Type: Scanned image of your EWS certificate (if applicable)
		– File format: PDF
		– Maximum file size: 4 MB
10	Domicile Certificate	– Type: Scanned image of your domicile certificate (if applicable)
		– File format: PDF
		– Maximum file size: 4 MB

What are the Important Steps in the Application Process for NEET?

Ensuring a smooth and successfull application for NEET  require careful attention to each step of the process. Here’s a concise overview of the key step involved:

How to Navigate the NEET Application Portal

The NEET application portal is a user-friendly platform that allow candidate to register, fill out the application form, upload document, pay the application fee, and submit the application.

1. Candidate must visit the National Testing Agency website, https://neet.nta.nic.in/.
2. In case the candidate is not registered, then one needs to create an account on the NTA portal by clicking the “New Registration” link and further filling up all the essential information like name, parent’s name, DOB, nationality, category, gender, etc.
3. Clicking Submit: Submits your NEET registration and generates login credentials.
4. Sign in using account details: Once you have registered yourself, click on the login option by providing your registered email address and your password.
5. Fill the Application Form: After logging in, you would be taken to the application form of NEET. Ensure that you fill in all the respective information on the form carefully.
6. Upload Scanned Copies of Required Documents: You will be required to upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, your signature, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, and identity proof. The scanned copies should be clear and legible.
7. Click the Pay Application Fee: After filling in all the details in the application form and uploading the required documents, select the medium and centres of an exam and click “next” after filling in, and you will be directly taken to the application fee payment page. The application fee will be paid online through credit card/ debit card or net banking.
8. Review and Submit Application Form: The application form can be reviewed upon the payment of application fee free of any errors. The applicant can submit an application form once satisfied with the information provided.

Once you have submitted the applications form, you will be able to download and print the confirmation page. Keep the confirmation page safe for future reference.

Important Considerations for NEET Application Process

Outlined below are essential points to bear in mind when filling in the NEET registration form:

• Single Application Submission: Only one application form for NEET UG is to be submitted by each candidate. In case more than one application form is submitted, all applications will be rejected.
• Language Selection: The option for the medium/language of the examination has to be carefully chosen by the candidates while filling up the NEET  application form, as no modification will be later entertained in the chosen language.
• Timely Registration: Timely Registration: Consideration will not be allowed for late registration in NEET, so one should complete their registration on the given timeline.
• Preparation of Documents: Getting Documents Ready: All the required documents and information for filling up the application form of NEET  need to be kept beforehand.
• Official Website Submission: Submission on Official Website: The NEET  registration form is to be submitted on only the official website.
• PwD Candidate Information: PwD Candidate Information: Candidates from the physically challenged category must check one of the appropriate columns in the NEET online application form.
• Application Confirmation Page: Application Confirmation Page: It is advised to keep a copy of the confirmation page for future reference and use.

NEET Application Correction

NTA will provide the facility of correction in the application form of NEET , whereby the candidates who registered themselves for the exam will be able to make corrections, if any. However, the correction facility will be enabled only for such candidates who submit their NEET application form  along with the required application fee payment before the stipulated last date. Below is the step-by-step procedure about how to make the corrections in NEET  Application:

1. Visit the official website of NEET: neet.ntaonline.in
2. Click the tab appearing on the screen ‘NEET (UG)  Correction Window’
3. Login using the registered credentials of NEET .
4. Click on ‘Correction in Application Form’
5. Put the OTP received on the registered mobile number and email and click on ‘Verify and Proceed’
6. Make changes, if any, in editable fields in view of your Aadhaar verification status
7. Save your changes
8. Download the updated Application Confirmation form

No correction charge is levied on the candidates in NEET  for the correction in their registration. However, a few fields like name, email id, and mobile number are not editable by the candidates.

List of Editable and Uneditable Fields in the NEET Application Correction Process

Following is the list of editable and non-editable fields depending on whether the Aadhaar Number is linked, below. Check the particulars of NEET UG registration along with the correction status provided below.

Action	Editable for Aadhaar Verified Candidates	Editable for Aadhaar not Verified Candidates
Mobile Number, Email Address, Permanent and Present Address, and Documents Uploaded	No	No
Candidate Name, Gender, Date of Birth	No	Can be Changed
Father’s and Mother’s Name	Any one of the names can be changed	Any one of the names can be changed
Category	Can change category and upload Category Certificate	Can change category and upload Category Certificate
Sub-Category (PwD)	Can change sub-category (PwD) and upload Category Certificate	Can change sub-category (PwD) and upload Category Certificate
City and Medium	Can be changed	Can be changed
Qualification and passing year	Can be changed	Class 10 and Class 12

Common Questions on NEET Application Process

1. How to Reset/Retrieve NEET Login Password?

Candidates are strictly advised to retain their NEET  login credentials. In case those credentials are not retained, there are two ways to start the process of resetting or recovering the login password of NEET  – using a security question or through an OTP.

Follow the following steps to reset the NEET  login password:

• Go to www.neet.nta.nic.in.
• Select “Reset password for NEET .”
• Enter Name, DOB & Application Number.
• Choose security question or OTP.
• Reset/retrieve password, and save it.

2. When is NEET Application Correction Period?

Once the NEET application submission process is over, a one-time rectification window is opened by the NTA for only those registered candidates to make changes in the application or correct errors if any. NEET Application Form Rectification Window: Candidates can avail of the facility in order to edit any incorrect information or errors committed while filling out the application form of NEET .

Kindly follow the instructions below to make corrections in the NEET application form.

• Visit www.neet.nta.nic.in and log in.
• Click “NEET application form correction .”
• Your application form will be displayed.
• Edit required fields, enter OTP from mobile.
• Save correction form receipt.

3. What are the Common Discrepancies that occur in Scanned Documents?

The NTA has provided certain specifications for uploading the scanned documents in NEET  Application Form, non-compliance with which may lead to the rejection of your application.

In case of image discrepancy in NEET Application Form, follow the steps given below to report the issue.

• Re-scan documents, ensure correct size and format.
• Visit www.neet.nta.nic.in, log in.
• The option to upload scanned documents will appear.
• Upload corrected documents.
• Verify and submit, enter OTP.
• Save correction form receipt, along with confirmation page and login credentials.

Note: Preserve NEET  confirmation page, login details, and correction form until admission.

Conclusion

Submitting the application form for NEET  is the most crucial step toward your medical aspirations. To achieve this, an application process with well-structured steps has been outlined for the purpose of checking your eligibility and preparedness for the strenuous NEET examination. You will definitely be guaranteed an easy and successful application if you go through the guidelines carefully and submit all required documents. Make a note, deadlines are very important; hence, plan and do not rush things at the last minute. This will ensure that candidates fill up the application form with complete confidence for NEET, marking the first step in the direction of their dreams about studying medicine.