The NEET 2027 registration date has not been announced yet. NTA opens registration on the same day it publishes the information bulletin, and in the last three cycles that happened in the first half of February. So the most likely window for NEET 2027 is February to early March 2027, with a chance of an earlier start if NTA moves the exam to computer-based testing.
This page gives you the expected dates, the fees, the documents to keep ready, the step-by-step NEET 2027 application form process and the mistakes that get forms rejected. It is updated the day NTA releases the notice. For the exam itself, see our full NEET 2027 exam date guide.
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NEET 2027 registration at a glance (updated October 2026):
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official registration date | Not announced |
| Expected window | February – early March 2027 (possibly from December 2026) |
| Window length | About 4 weeks |
| Application fee (2026) | ₹1,700 General · ₹1,600 OBC-NCL/EWS · ₹1,000 SC/ST/PwBD/Third gender |
| Mode | Online only |
| Official website | neet.nta.nic.in |
The form takes an hour; the preparation takes the whole year. While you wait, use the time to solve NEET previous year questions chapter-wise, starting with the heaviest chapter in the paper.
Expected NEET 2027 Registration Date: What Past Years Show
These are the actual registration windows of recent cycles. They are the best guide to when the NEET 2027 registration date will fall.
| Cycle | Registration opened | Last date | Exam date |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET 2023 | 6 March 2023 | Early April 2023 | 7 May 2023 |
| NEET 2024 | 9 February 2024 | 9 March 2024 (extended to 16 March) | 5 May 2024 |
| NEET 2025 | 7 February 2025 | 7 March 2025 | 4 May 2025 |
| NEET 2026 | 8 February 2026 | 11 March 2026 | 3 May 2026 |
| NEET 2027 (expected) | Early to mid-February 2027 | Early March 2027 | Expected 2 May 2027 |
Two points stand out. Registration has opened in the first half of February for three years running. And the window has stayed open for about four weeks each time, sometimes with a short extension. Once it closes, it does not reopen; our guide on missing the NEET registration deadline explains what little you can do.
Could Registration Open Earlier This Time?
Yes, and the reason is the CBT question. The Centre told the Supreme Court in September 2026 that moving NEET to computer-based testing is still under consideration. A computer-based exam for over 20 lakh candidates would need several days, more centres and an earlier slot booking process, so NTA may want registration done sooner.
That is why we give December 2026 as the earliest realistic start. Until a decision is announced, plan for February but keep your documents ready by December. We track every development in the latest NEET 2027 CBT news, and confirmed updates go to our NEET 2027 latest updates page.
When Will the NTA NEET 2027 Notification Come?
The NTA NEET 2027 notification is the public notice that NEET UG 2027 registration has started. It comes with the information bulletin, which contains the official dates, fees, eligibility rules, exam cities and the syllabus link.
NTA’s exam calendar released in September 2026 listed other exams but not NEET UG, so the notification will come as a separate announcement. When it does, check three things in the bulletin first:
- The last date for registration and for fee payment (they can differ by a few hours)
- Any change in fees, documents or photo rules
- The exam mode and the number of exam days
NEET 2027 Exam Schedule: Expected Timeline
| Event | Expected timing |
|---|---|
| NMC syllabus for NEET 2027 | Around December 2026 |
| NTA NEET 2027 notification and registration opens | December 2026 – February 2027 (most likely February) |
| Last date to apply | About 4 weeks after opening |
| Correction window | 2–3 days, about a week after registration closes |
| City intimation slip | About 10 days before the exam |
| Admit card | 3–4 days before the exam |
| Exam date | Sunday, 2 May 2027 (expected) |
| Result | Mid-June 2027 |
The NEET 2027 exam schedule will be confirmed only in the information bulletin. Treat every date here as an estimate.
NEET 2027 Eligibility Criteria: Check Before You Apply
| Criterion | Rule (based on the current information bulletin) |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Passed or appearing in Class 12 in 2027 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English |
| Minimum marks in PCB | 50% General · 45% General-PwBD · 40% SC/ST/OBC (including PwBD) |
| Minimum age | 17 years by 31 December 2027 (born on or before 31 December 2010) |
| Upper age limit | None at present |
| Number of attempts | No limit at present |
Students appearing in Class 12 board exams in 2027 can apply. Students who are in Class 11 now will write NEET 2028, not NEET 2027.
A proposal for an age limit and an attempt cap has been discussed but not adopted, so repeaters can apply again; our 12-month dropper plan covers the preparation side. Category candidates should also check OBC-NCL certificate validity well in advance. The full rules, including NRI, OCI and foreign national cases, are in our NEET 2027 eligibility criteria guide.
NEET 2027 Application Fee
These were the fees for NEET 2026. The 2027 fees will be confirmed in the bulletin, but they have stayed the same for several years.
| Category | Fee (India centres) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,700 |
| OBC-NCL / General-EWS | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Third gender | ₹1,000 |
| Exam centre outside India | ₹9,500 |
Bank processing charges and GST are extra. Fees are paid online by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI, and they are not refunded.
Documents to Keep Ready Before the NEET 2027 Application Form Opens
Have these scanned and saved in one folder before the window opens:
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photograph | Recent, light background, ears visible, no cap or dark glasses |
| Postcard-size photograph (4″ × 6″) | The same photograph, larger size |
| Signature | Black ink on white paper |
| Left- and right-hand finger and thumb impressions | Clear, on white paper |
| Class 10 pass certificate | For name and date of birth |
| Category certificate (OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST) | In the current format; OBC-NCL certificates must be recent |
| PwBD certificate | If applicable |
| Citizenship or OCI certificate | If applicable |
| Aadhaar or another valid ID | For identity verification |
| Working mobile number and email ID | All OTPs and updates go here |
In recent cycles, NTA has set file-size limits for each upload: roughly 10–200 KB for photographs, 4–30 KB for the signature, 10–50 KB for the impressions and 50–300 KB for certificate PDFs. NEET 2026 also asked candidates to capture a live photograph during the form. Check the exact specifications in the 2027 bulletin, as they can change.
How to Fill the NEET 2027 Application Form: Step by Step
- Register. Go to neet.nta.nic.in, click the NEET UG 2027 registration link and create an account with your mobile number and email ID. Note down your application number and password.
- Fill personal details. Enter your name, parents’ names and date of birth exactly as on your Class 10 certificate.
- Fill academic details. Enter Class 10 details and your Class 12 status, board and subjects.
- Fill category and address details. Choose your category carefully, as it affects your fee and your counselling options later.
- Choose exam cities and medium. Pick your city preferences and the question paper language. Choose cities you can actually reach on exam day.
- Upload documents. Upload the photographs, signature, impressions and certificates in the required format and size.
- Pay the fee. Pay online and wait for the confirmation of payment.
- Download the confirmation page. Save the PDF and print at least two copies.
The form takes about an hour if your documents are ready. Do not leave it to the last two days, because the website slows down near the deadline.
Common Mistakes That Cause Trouble Later
- Name or date of birth mismatch with the Class 10 certificate
- Wrong category, or an outdated OBC-NCL or EWS certificate
- Blurred photo or signature, or a photo with a cap or dark glasses
- Using someone else’s mobile number or email, so that OTPs and updates are missed
- Choosing exam cities without checking travel
- Not downloading the confirmation page after payment
Most fields can be corrected in the correction window, but some, such as the mobile number and email ID, usually cannot. Check everything before you pay.
What If You Miss the NEET 2027 Registration Date?
NTA does not reopen registration once it closes, except for the short extension it sometimes announces. If you miss the deadline, you will have to wait for NEET 2028. The best protection is simple: register in the first week of the window.
What to Do Now, Before the NEET 2027 Registration Date
- Collect and scan every document listed above by December 2026.
- Get a fresh category certificate if yours is old, especially OBC-NCL and EWS.
- Check neet.nta.nic.in weekly from December, and ignore dates shared on social media.
- Keep studying. The registration date is an administrative step, not the start of your preparation.
- Practise previous year questions chapter by chapter, free:
👉 Practise NEET PYQs chapter-wise
Conclusion
The NEET 2027 registration date is not official yet, but the last three cycles all opened in the first half of February and closed about four weeks later. Plan for February 2027, keep your documents ready by December in case CBT brings the dates forward, and fill the form in the first week. This page will be updated the moment NTA opens registration.
❓ FAQ
Q: What is the NEET 2027 registration date? A: NTA has not announced it yet. Based on the last three cycles, registration is expected to open in early to mid-February 2027 and close in early March 2027. It could open from December 2026 if the exam moves to CBT.
Q: How long will the NEET 2027 application form be open? A: About four weeks, going by recent years. NTA sometimes extends the last date by a few days, but you should not rely on that.
Q: What is the NEET 2027 application fee? A: For NEET 2026 it was ₹1,700 for General, ₹1,600 for OBC-NCL and EWS, ₹1,000 for SC, ST, PwBD and third gender candidates, and ₹9,500 for centres outside India. The 2027 fee will be confirmed in the bulletin.
Q: Can a Class 12 student apply for NEET 2027? A: Yes. Students appearing in the Class 12 board exams in 2027 can apply, as long as they meet the subject and age requirements. Students currently in Class 11 will appear in NEET 2028.
Q: What documents are needed for NEET 2027 registration? A: A passport-size and a postcard-size photograph, signature, finger and thumb impressions, Class 10 certificate, category or PwBD certificate if applicable, and a valid ID. Keep a working mobile number and email ID too.
Q: Is there an age limit for NEET 2027? A: You must be at least 17 years old by 31 December 2027. There is currently no upper age limit and no limit on the number of attempts.
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