According to the revised schedule announced by the Ministry of Education, the NEET UG 2026 re-examination will now be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM. Earlier, the examination timing was scheduled till 5:00 PM.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will issue fresh admit cards for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination by 14 June 2026. Students are advised to regularly visit the official website to download updated admit cards and check examination centre details.

During the press conference, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also confirmed that candidates appearing for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination will receive a refund of their previously paid examination fees. No additional payment will be required for the re-exam process.

In a major policy announcement, the Education Minister stated that the government is planning to conduct NEET UG in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from next year. The move is aimed at improving transparency, security, and examination management after the recent controversy.

Addressing the media briefing, the Education Minister said that concerns regarding a suspected “guess paper” surfaced on 7 May after the NEET UG 2026 examination was conducted on 3 May. The matter was subsequently referred to central investigation agencies, which later confirmed the paper leak allegations. The government reiterated its zero-tolerance policy against examination malpractice and irregularities.

• NEET UG Re-Exam Date: 21 June 2026
• Revised Exam Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM
• Extra Time Added: 15 Minutes
• Admit Card Release: By 14 June 2026
• Fresh Registration: Not Required
• Fee Refund: Confirmed by Government
• Exam Mode from Next Year: CBT Mode Likely
• Official Website: neet.nta.nic.in