At a Glance
- Post Name
- National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026
- Exam / Result Date
- Declared
- Conducting Body
- National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Eligibility
- 10+2 Intermediate (PCB)
Quick Summary
National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the NEET UG 2026 Result. Aryan Gupta and Panshul Bansal topped the exam with 715 marks. Download your scorecard at neet.nta.nic.in.
National Testing Agency (NTA) is an independent, autonomous, and self-sustained premier testing organization established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It conducts the country's largest medical entrance examination for admission into undergraduate medical courses. Its official portal for the NEET UG exam is neet.nta.nic.in.
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Result Overview
11.21 lakh qualified candidates. 715 peak score. One national gateway. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the NTA NEET UG 2026 Result at neet.nta.nic.in. Out of the nearly 20 lakh candidates who appeared for the highly competitive medical entrance test, a total of 11.21 lakh students have successfully qualified for undergraduate medical, dental, AYUSH, and allied program admissions. Aryan Gupta (Punjab) and Panshul Bansal (Haryana) jointly topped the exam with an extraordinary 715 out of 720 marks. The application window ran in March 2026, requiring a 10+2 passing certificate with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB).
The 2026 cycle sets a remarkable demographic milestone—more than 58% of all qualified candidates are women, achieving a 56.8% qualification rate compared to the 55.1% rate for men.
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 |
| Candidates Appeared | Nearly 20 Lakh |
| Qualified Candidates | 11.21 Lakh |
| Highest Score | 715 / 720 |
| Result Status | Declared |
| Result Date | 16 July 2026 |
| Official Portal | neet.nta.nic.in |
Source: Official NTA NEET UG 2026 Result & Statistics Notification, 16 July 2026. Visit Portal
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Important Dates & Exam Schedule
The NTA has concluded the evaluation phase. Candidates must now pivot their attention to the upcoming counseling registration timelines.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 25 June 2026 |
| OMR Response Sheet Available | 13 – 15 July 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Released | 16 July 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Result Declared | 16 July 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Counselling Registration | To be announced |
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Toppers & Highest Scores
The 2026 cycle witnessed intense competition at the very top of the spectrum. According to the official NTA data, 17 State Toppers scored 700 marks or above, while 26 State Toppers scored above 690 marks.
| Candidate Name | State | Marks Obtained | All India Rank (AIR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aryan Gupta | Punjab | 715 / 720 | AIR 1 (Joint) |
| Panshul Bansal | Haryana | 715 / 720 | AIR 1 (Joint) |
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Notable State Toppers (UTs)
- Ladakh: Jigmet Yangchan Lamo – 530 marks
- Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Dhruv Tripathi – 606 marks
- Lakshadweep: Fahmida Anees – 573 marks
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Score Distribution & Competition Level
The score distribution released by the NTA gives candidates a clear picture of the rank inflation and competition density at various scoring tiers.
| Score Tier | Number of Candidates |
|---|---|
| Above 700 Marks | 19 Candidates |
| 690 Marks or Above | 138 Candidates |
| 650 Marks or Above | 1,492 Candidates |
| 600 Marks or Above | 10,160 Candidates |
| 500 Marks or Above | 90,780 Candidates |
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Category-wise Qualified Candidates
Out of the 11.21 lakh qualified candidates, the category-wise breakdown reflects the demographic distribution of students eligible for the counseling rounds.
| Category | Qualified Candidates |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 2.91 Lakh |
| OBC-NCL | 5.12 Lakh |
| SC | 1.59 Lakh |
| ST | 63,716 |
| Gen-EWS | 95,026 |
| PwBD (Across all categories) | 3,666 |
How to Download NTA NEET UG 2026 Scorecard – Step by Step
Candidates must download and securely store their scorecards, as they are a mandatory document for medical admission reporting. Follow these steps:
- Visit Official Portal: Open your browser and navigate to neet.nta.nic.in.
- Locate Result Link: Click on the prominent link reading "NEET (UG) 2026 Scorecard Download" on the homepage.
- Enter Credentials: Input your Application Number, Date of Birth, and the Security Pin displayed on the screen.
- Submit Details: Click on the 'Submit' button to fetch your data from the NTA servers.
- Download Scorecard: Your scorecard featuring your Subject-wise Marks, Total Marks, Percentile Score, AIR, Category Rank, and Qualifying Status will be displayed. Download the PDF and print multiple copies.
Result Declared: 16 July 2026
NTA NEET UG 2026 – What Qualified Candidates Should Know
Qualifying the NEET UG exam is only the first step. The allocation of medical seats is strictly managed through a highly structured counseling process. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will administer counseling for the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, 100% Deemed/Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU), ESIC, AFMC, AIIMS, and JIPMER. Candidates must register at mcc.nic.in as soon as the schedule is announced.
For the remaining 85% State Quota seats, candidates must apply through their respective State Medical Counselling authorities. Ensure that you monitor your state's Directorate of Medical Education (DME) website closely.
NTA has issued a strict advisory regarding counseling fraud. Admissions are based only on the official merit rank through authorized portals. The NTA strongly warns candidates against fraudulent calls, fake admission letters, or websites claiming to guarantee medical seats or "upgrade" NEET scores. Never share your login credentials or pay unauthorized agents.
NTA NEET UG 2026 – Official Links
| Important Links | Official URL |
|---|---|
| Download Result / Scorecard | Check Result |
| Download Final Answer Key | Final Key PDF |
| MCC Counselling Portal | Visit MCC |
| Official NTA NEET Website | Visit Portal |
