Public Notice dated 12.05.2026 regarding refund of examination fee for NEET (UG)-2026

In a crucial update for NEET (UG)-2026 candidates, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a Public Notice dated 22 May 2026 concerning the refund of examination fees. This notice follows up on the previous Public Notice dated 12.05.2026 and announces the activation of a dedicated facility on the NEET (UG)-2026 registration portal. This portal is specifically designed for candidates to submit their preferred bank account details to facilitate the processing of their examination fee refunds.

Candidates are advised to log in to the official NEET (UG)-2026 registration portal using their existing login credentials. Upon successful login, they will find a refund link which will direct them to the dedicated refund portal. Here, candidates must accurately enter their bank account details. To ensure the highest level of accuracy and avoid any discrepancies, candidates may also upload a scanned copy of a cancelled cheque, if they wish. It is critical to note that once the bank details are submitted, they will be considered final, and no subsequent changes will be permitted.

This window for submitting bank account details is live from 22 May 2026 and will remain open until 27 May 2026, up to 11:50 P.M. All candidates are strongly advised to complete this process within the stipulated timeframe. Furthermore, candidates are explicitly cautioned not to initiate any chargeback requests for the NEET (UG)-2026 Examination, as the NTA has provided a dedicated and streamlined process for fee refunds.

• Original Public Notice Date: 12.05.2026 (Regarding refund of examination fee)
• Current Public Notice Date: 22 May 2026 (Announcing facility for submission of bank details)
• Examination: NEET (UG)-2026
• Purpose of Notice: Refund of examination fee for eligible candidates.
• Facility Availability: Dedicated portal on NEET (UG)-2026 registration portal.
• Bank Details Submission Window: From 22 May 2026 to 27 May 2026.
• Submission Deadline: 11:50 P.M. on 27 May 2026.
• Required Bank Details (as per Annexure-I):
  • Account Holder Name as per bank account
  • IFSC Code
  • Account Number
  • Bank Name
  • Upload Scanned copy of cancelled cheque (Optional)
• Important Note: Submitted bank details will be final and cannot be changed thereafter.
• Advisory: Candidates are advised not to initiate chargeback for NEET (UG)-2026 Examination.
• Helpline Number: +91-11-40759000
• Email: neetug2026@nta.ac.in
• Official Websites: www.nta.ac.in, https://neet.nta.nic.in/

Here’s a step-by-step guide for NEET (UG)-2026 candidates to submit their bank account details for the examination fee refund:

1. Access the Portal: Navigate to the official NEET (UG)-2026 registration portal.
2. Log In: Use your unique login credentials to sign in to your candidate account.
3. Locate Refund Link: Once logged in, find and click on the designated “refund link” to access the dedicated refund portal.
4. Enter Bank Details: Carefully fill in the required bank account information. This includes:
   • Your Account Holder Name exactly as it appears on your bank account.
   • The IFSC Code of your bank branch.
   • Your complete Account Number.
   • The Bank Name.
5. Upload Cancelled Cheque (Optional but Recommended): For enhanced accuracy, you may choose to upload a scanned copy of a cancelled cheque. This step is optional but highly recommended to verify your bank details.
6. Finalize Submission: Review all entered details thoroughly. Once you are certain all information is correct, submit your bank account details. Remember, submitted details will be considered final and no further changes will be permitted.
7. Adhere to Deadline: Ensure all details are submitted between 22 May 2026 and 27 May 2026, specifically before 11:50 P.M. on the final day.
8. Avoid Chargeback: Do not initiate any chargeback requests for the NEET (UG)-2026 Examination, as the NTA has provided this official refund mechanism.