NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: Timings, City Choice Window, Admit Card and Important Dates Announced
NTA has announced the NEET UG 2026 re-exam schedule. Check revised exam timings, city choice correction window, admit card release date, and other important updates for candidates.The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the NEET UG 2026 re-exam will be conducted on June 21, 2026 (Sunday) after the earlier exam was cancelled following the paper leak controversy.
Key Dates for NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Re-Exam Date | June 21, 2026 |
| City Choice / Address Update Window | May 15 – May 21, 2026 |
| Expected City Intimation Slip | Around mid-June 2026 |
| Expected Admit Card Release | Around June 14, 2026 |
| Result (Tentative) | July 2026 |
Revised Exam Timings
The re-exam will be held from:
2:00 PM to 5:15 PM (IST)
The total duration will be 3 hours 15 minutes, including additional procedural time. Candidates are expected to report well before the last entry time.
City Choice Facility
NTA has reopened the correction facility so candidates can:
- Update their present address
- Change or select preferred exam cities
The window remains open till May 21, 2026 (11:50 PM). No additional fee is being charged for this update.
Admit Card Details
Fresh admit cards will be issued for the re-exam. The old admit card from the cancelled May 3 exam will not be valid. Candidates can download the new hall ticket from the official NEET portal using their application number and password.
Official Website
Important Points Candidates Should Remember
- The exam will continue in offline pen-and-paper mode
- Exam centres may change for security reasons
- City intimation slip will be released before admit cards
- No fresh registration is required for candidates who already appeared earlier
- Candidates should regularly check official notifications for updates