Press Release for NEET (UG) – 2026 dated 12 May 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a crucial Press Release dated 12 May 2026 concerning the NEET (UG) 2026 examination. This announcement follows their previous press release dated 10 May 2026 and provides significant updates for all aspiring medical students, parents, and stakeholders.

After a thorough review and coordination with central agencies, including insights from law enforcement investigations, the NTA, with the explicit approval of the Government of India, has made the critical decision to cancel the NEET (UG) 2026 examination conducted on 3 May 2026. This decision was taken to ensure complete transparency and maintain the integrity of the examination system. New dates for the re-conducted examination will be announced separately, along with the schedule for re-issuance of admit cards.

Furthermore, the Government of India has escalated the matter by referring it to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a comprehensive inquiry into the allegations surrounding the examination. The NTA has pledged its full cooperation, providing all necessary materials, records, and assistance to the Bureau. While acknowledging the significant inconvenience this re-conduct will cause to candidates and their families, the NTA emphasizes that this decision was made in the ultimate interest of students and to uphold the trust placed in the national examination system, stating that any alternative would have resulted in greater and more lasting damage.

• The NEET (UG) 2026 examination conducted on 3 May 2026 has been cancelled.
• The re-conducted examination dates will be notified separately by the NTA.
• The matter has been referred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a comprehensive inquiry.
• No fresh registration will be required for the re-conducted examination.
• No additional examination fee will be levied from students.
• Fees already paid by candidates will be refunded.
• The NTA will utilize its internal resources to re-conduct the examination.
• Registration data, candidature, and examination centres opted for in the May 2026 cycle will be carried forward to the re-conducted examination.
• All future communications regarding re-conducted examination dates and re-issued admit cards will be communicated through official channels of the Agency.
• Candidates are advised to rely exclusively on official NTA communications and disregard unverified reports.
• Helpline Numbers: 011-40759000, 011-69227700 (also +91-11-40759000).
• E-mail: neet-ug@nta.ac.in, neetug2026@nta.ac.in.
• Websites: www.nta.ac.in, https://neet.nta.nic.in/.

Here’s what students need to do next, based on the official NTA press release:

1. Await Official Announcements: Strictly wait for the National Testing Agency (NTA) to officially announce the re-conducted examination dates and the schedule for re-issued admit cards through its official channels.
2. Rely on Official Sources: Only trust information disseminated directly by the NTA via its official website and communication channels. Disregard any unverified reports or rumors circulating on social media or other unofficial platforms.
3. No Re-registration Required: You do not need to undertake a fresh registration process for the re-conducted examination. Your existing registration data, candidature, and previously selected examination centers from the May 2026 cycle will be automatically carried forward.
4. No Additional Fees: There will be no requirement to pay any additional examination fees. Furthermore, all fees that have already been paid by candidates will be refunded.
5. Stay Informed: Keep an eye on the official NTA websites (www.nta.ac.in and https://neet.nta.nic.in/) for timely updates. You may also contact the helplines (011-40759000, 011-69227700) or email (neet-ug@nta.ac.in, neetug2026@nta.ac.in) for clarifications, if necessary.