NEET UG Re-Exam 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to conduct the NEET UG 2026 Re-Examination on June 21, 2026, with extra security across India. After the first exam was cancelled because of that paper leak controversy, the authorities have put in place more rigid checking, biometric verification and tighter security methods. On Sunday, over 22 lakh candidates are expected to sit for the test at more than 5,000 exam centres.
NEET UG Re-Exam 2026: Reporting Time
Candidates should reach their allotted examination centre well before the reporting time mentioned on their admit card. The test itself will run in pen and paper mode from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM. So it’s advised to reach roughly between 1:00 AM to 1:30 PM. The gates close at 1:30 PM sharp and late entrants will not be allowed inside.
Documents Students Must Carry
Each candidate needs to bring these documents:
- A printed copy of the NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Admit Card
- One original photo identity proof like Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence
- A passport size photograph that matches what was uploaded in the application, if needed
- PwBD certificate and related documents, wherever it applies
Dress Code for NEET UG Re-Exam 2026
The NTA has suggested students to go with simple outfits so security checks move faster. You can consider this:
- Light coloured clothing with half sleeves
- Simple trousers or salwar
- Slippers or low heeled sandals
Candidates should avoid:
- Heavy or full-sleeved clothing
- Embroidered or layered garments
- Shoes with thick soles or high heels
- Large metallic accessories
- Jewellery, bracelets, bangles, earrings and nose pins wherever possible
- Candidates wearing customary or religious attire may require additional security screening and should reach the centre earlier than usual.
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Permitted Items Inside the Examination Hall
Students may carry only essential items permitted by the NTA, including:
- Admit card
- Valid photo ID
- Transparent water bottle, if permitted by the centre
- Medicines and medical devices with prior approval, wherever applicable
- Diabetic candidates may carry permitted food items as specified by NTA guidelines
- Candidates should avoid carrying unnecessary personal belongings.
Prohibited Items
The following items are strictly banned inside the examination hall:
- Mobile phones
- Smartwatches and digital watches
- Bluetooth devices and earphones
- Calculators
- Electronic gadgets
- Wallets and handbags
- Study material, books or notes
- Rough sheets
- Pens and pencils unless specifically allowed by the invigilator
- Metallic objects and ornaments
Biometric Verification Made Stricter
This year’s re-examination will include enhanced biometric verification and identity checks. Candidates must cooperate during fingerprint verification, photograph matching and frisking at the examination centre. NTA has also issued a separate advisory detailing biometric verification protocols to strengthen examination security.
The NTA has urged candidates to rely only on official communication for updates. The agency recently launched a verified WhatsApp channel to provide authentic information and warned students against fake claims related to question papers, answer keys or paid services circulating on social media.
