NEET UG NRI
COMPLETE ADMISSION HANDBOOK FOR NRI ASPIRANTS
(as per NEET UG 2026 information bulletin)
NEET (UG) is the uniform and mandatory entrance examination for admission to undergraduate medical education in India. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in accordance with:
The constitutional validity of NEET as a single uniform examination has been upheld by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India
Admissions to all seats in these courses shall be done only through NEET (UG) 2026
As explicitly stated in the bulletin, the following categories are eligible to appear in NEET (UG) 2026:
NRIs are therefore fully eligible to apply and appear in NEET (UG) 2026.
As per Graduate Medical Education Regulation-2023 (Amendment) and subsequent communication from NMC:
Eligibility of the candidate is determined on the last date of submission of the online application form
Under the heading "Criteria for NRI / OCI / Foreign Nationals," the bulletin clearly provides:
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and Foreign Nationals are eligible for admission in Medical and Dental Colleges subject to rules and regulations framed by:
This means that while NEET qualification is mandatory, admission under NRI quota is governed by the respective counselling authority and institutional rules.
The bulletin mandates that:
NRI and OCI candidates must upload a Certificate from the concerned Indian Diplomatic Mission in the country of their residence in support of their claim as an NRI/OCI candidate.
This certificate must:
The format of this Embassy Certificate is provided in Appendix VI.
β οΈ Failure to upload or produce this certificate may affect eligibility during counselling verification.
Foreign applicants must upload documentary proof such as:
Format references are provided in Appendix VII.
During the application process, NRI candidates must upload the following documents in prescribed formats and sizes:
If the candidate is not verifying identity through Aadhaar, and the live photograph does not match UIDAI records (or Aadhaar is not used), the candidate may be required to upload a signed and attested certificate along with a certified recent photograph attested by:
The bulletin explicitly states that incorrect photographs or fabricated photographs may result in rejection and treatment under Unfair Means.
To be eligible for admission, NRI candidates must satisfy one of the qualifying codes (Code 01 to Code 07). Accepted qualifications include:
Candidates who studied under Foreign/International Boards must ensure that their examination is equivalent in scope and standard as explained under Code 07.
NEET (UG) 2026 will:
The exam will be conducted in 13 languages. English medium is available for examination centres in India and outside India.
Candidates must choose the medium carefully while filling the form. The option cannot be changed later except during correction window.
The fee payable for candidates appearing outside India is βΉ9,500.
β οΈ Mere deduction of fee is not proof of submission. Generation of Confirmation Page is the proof of successful application.
Counselling for:
Is conducted by MCC (DGHS).
Under Reservation Policy for Deemed Universities, the bulletin explicitly lists:
AACCC is the counselling authority for All India Quota seats for:
Self-financed merit list/NRI Quota is referenced under AYUSH section.
Counselling for seats under State Governments, State Universities and Institutions is conducted by respective State authorities.
NTA prepares:
Admission is strictly based on:
β οΈ Category filled in NEET application will be used for AIQ counselling. No change in category will be permitted at the time of AIQ counselling.
Minimum percentile criteria are similarly defined as per NEET eligibility norms.
NRI candidates must carry:
β οΈ Entry after 1:30 PM is not permitted under any circumstances.
NTA's responsibility is limited to:
Admission eligibility and counselling are governed by regulatory bodies and counselling authorities.
The following dates apply equally to Non-Resident Indian (NRI), Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), and Foreign National candidates, as they are eligible to appear in NEET (UG) 2026
Commencement: 08 February 2026
Last Date: 08 March 2026 (up to 09:00 PM)
NRI candidates must ensure that the Embassy Certificate and other required NRI documentary proofs are uploaded during this application period as mandated in the eligibility section
Last Date: 08 March 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Through: Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI
β οΈ Mere deduction of fee from the bank account is not proof of fee payment. The generation of Confirmation Page is the proof of successful submission
Correction Window: 10 March 2026 to 12 March 2026
NRI aspirants must carefully verify uploaded documents, nationality status, category selection, and qualifying examination details during this period. Particulars once filled cannot be changed later except during this correction window
City Intimation details will be announced later on the official website. NRI candidates appearing either in India or outside India must regularly check the website for updates
Admit Cards will be made available on the NTA website on a date to be announced later.
Download from: https://neet.nta.nic.in/
NEET (UG) β 2026 will be conducted on: 03 May 2026 (Sunday)
The duration of the examination will be: 180 minutes (3 hours)
Timing: 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM (Indian Standard Time)
NRI candidates appearing outside India must note that timing is specified in Indian Standard Time (IST).
The examination centre will be as indicated on the Admit Card.
The display of recorded responses and answer keys will be announced later on the official website.
The declaration of NEET (UG) 2026 result will be announced later on the NTA website.
Candidates can download:
from the official website.
NRI aspirants must regularly visit:
For counselling-related updates:
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