NEET 2023 application form has been released on March 6 at neet.nta.nic.in. The last date to submit the NEET application form 2023 is April 6, 11.50 PM. This year, the application fee for each category has increased by INR 100. The NEET application form 2023 has been released along with the official notification and information bulletin. NEET 2023 exam will be conducted on May 7, 2023, from 2 PM to 5.20 PM. Know all about NEET 2023 application forms and registrations such as eligibility criteria, documents required, how to fill online form, and fees in the below.
NEET 2023 Application Form – Eligibility Criteria
Before filling NTA NEET registration form, candidates must ensure that they are eligible to apply for the exam. NEET eligibility criteria will be set by the National Testing Agency which states the basic requirements to appear for the entrance test. The criteria have been summarised in the table given below. The NEET 2023 eligibility criteria are stated in the table below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian NationalsForeign NationalsNRIPIOOCI |
| Age | The candidate must be at least 17 years of age as of December 31, 2023 |
| Minimum Qualification | Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised institute |
| Mandatory Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, and Biology |
| Minimum Marks in Qualifying Exam | General: 50%;PWD: 45%SC/ ST/ OBC: 42% |
| Number of permitted attempts | No limit specified by NTA |
Also Read: NEET 2023 Eligibility Criteria
NEET 2023 Registration Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NEET 2023 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 6 Mar ’23 – 6 Apr ’23 | NEET 2023 Application Process ON GOING |
| May ’23 | NEET 2023 Admit Card [TENTATIVE] |
| 7 May ’23 | NEET 2023 Exam |
Documents Required for NEET 2023 Application Form
Since the entire NEET 2023 registration process is online, applicants are advised to keep the following documents ready before filling out the NEET application form to avoid any last-minute hassles.
List of documents Required for NEET 2023 Application Form?
The table below brings the list of documents and files to be uploaded while filling out the NEET 2023 form.
| Documents | Specifications | Size & Format |
|---|---|---|
| Scanned Photograph | Passport size and postcard size (both)The photograph must not be older than 3 monthsName of the candidate and date must be printed below the photograph | 10 Kb to 200 Kb (passport size)4″x6″, 10 kb to 200 kb (postcard size)JPG/JPEG |
| Scanned Signature | Signature of the candidate in black ink on white background | 4 Kb to 30 KbJPG/JPEG |
| Scan of thumb impression | Left-hand thumb impressionShould be on white paper with blue ink | 10 Kb to 200 KbJPG/JPEG |
| Class 10 Passing Certificate | The scanned copy of Class 10 Pass certificate has to be uploaded | 50 kb to 300 kbPDF |
| Permanent and Present Address Proof | The scanned copy of permanent and present address proof has to be uploaded | 50 kb to 300 kbPDF |
| Citizenship Certificate or Embassy Certificate | The citizenship certificate or the embassy certificate is required to prove the nationality of the candidates | 50 kb to 300 kbPDF |
Some other information that you must keep handy are as follows:
- A valid mobile number
- Valid Email Id
- Class 10 marks and percentage
- Class 12 marks and percentage
- Identity Number – Aadhar Card number/ Passport number/ Ration Card number/ bank account/ any other valid Govt. identity number
- Credit card/ Debit card/ Net banking credentials
How to fill NEET Application Form 2023?
The following infographic gives a snapshot of the steps and their sequence to be followed in order to complete the NTA NEET 2023 registration process.
Step 1: Registration
- Visit the official website of NTA NEET or neet.nta.nic.in or directly enter https://examinationservices.nic.in/neet2023/root/home.aspx?enc=Ei4cajBkK1gZSfgr53ImFcFR+natXIEjJ1rCf6DMgOrFA4SfAMU1biZWfro5QnPt
- Click on “Fill Registration Form” or the invitation for NEET UG 2023 Registration
- Click on ‘New Registration’ and read the instructions
Enter the following details
- Candidate’s Name
- Mother’s name
- Father’s name
- Date of birth
- Category
- Gender
- Nationality
- Persons with Disability
- Identification Type
- Identification Number
- Mobile number
- Email Id
- Password
- Enter Security Pin
Step 2: Apply online for NEET 2023
- Click on “Click here to login”
- Login using the application number and password
- The NEET application form would open on your screen
- Details entered during the registration process will be pre-filled in the application and cannot be changed
The form is divided into 12 sections, fill in the following details:
The table below carries the different sections of the NEET application form along with the details to be filled in each section.
| Sections | Credentials |
|---|---|
| Personal Details | Candidate’s NameMother’s and Father’s NameGenderCategoryDate of BirthNationalityPersons with disabilityDo you belong to Minority Category?Are you suffering from Diabetes Type I?Identification TypeIdentification Number |
| Place of Birth | Place of BirthStateDistrict |
| Choice of Medium of Question Paper | Choose from the following language options: English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, Odia, Bengali, Assamese, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi and Urdu |
| Choice of Examination Centre | Choose two exam centre cities in decreasing order of preference |
| Academic Details (Class 10 or equivalent) | Name of School Education BoardName of School /CollegeAddress of School/CollegeYear of passingPercentage of marks obtained in Class 10Class 10 board roll number |
| Academic Details (Class 11 or equivalent) | Name of School /CollegeYear of passingPlace of StudyState where School/College is locatedDistrict where School/College is located |
| Academic Details (Class 12 or equivalent) | School Board of Class 12 or equivalentName of School/College (passed/appearing)Address of School/CollegePlace of studyYear of passingState where School/College is locatedDistrict where School/College is locatedQualifying Exam CodeYear of passing/Appearing class 12 or equivalentPercentage of marks obtained in Class 10th if passedEnter Roll Number of class 12 |
| Permanent Address | Permanent address of the candidate |
| Correspondence Address | Same as permanent address or fill in the current address |
| Details of Parents/ Guardian | QualificationOccupationAnnual income |
| Do you intend to wear a customary dress contrary to the Dress code while appearing for the exam? | Yes /No |
| Security pin | Alphanumeric pin on the screen |
- Check all the details carefully as they cannot be changed after the final submission of the NEET application form 2023
- To submit the duly checked application form, click on “Yes, please do” on the confirmation pop-up
Step 3: Upload scanned images
- Click on “Upload your recent documents”
- Select the files to be uploaded
- Click on “Next”
Step 4: Make Payment
Select the desired mode of payment ( SBI/Syndicate/HDFC/ICICI/Paytm Payment Gateway through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net-banking/UPI)
Also Read: NEET 2023 Application Form, Registration Process Begins; Check Fee and Documents Required
Category-wise NEET 2023 Application Fee
NTA has increased the NEET 2023 application fee by INR 100 for each category. Take a look at the category-wise application fee for NEET 2023 is given below:
| Category | Application fee (In INR) |
|---|---|
| General | 1,700 |
| Other Backward Classes | 1,600 |
| Scheduled Caste /Scheduled Tribe, Persons with Disability | 1,000 |
| Outside India | 9,500 |
Last year, the NEET application fee was INR 1,600, which was increased from INR 1,400.
Step 5: Print Confirmation
Save and print the filled NEET application form 2023 along with the confirmation slip.
NEET 2023 Application Documents that must be retained till admissions
You must keep the following documents safe till the NEET counselling or the medical admission process is concluded.
- Printout of the confirmation page
- Receipt for the payment of application fees
- Six to eight copies of the uploaded photograph
The NEET application form process is being conducted in a single phase. In the year 2021, the NEET application form process was divided into two phases. In the first phase, candidates had to fill in the primary fields of the NEET application form and pay the application fee. After the conduct of the exam and before the result declaration, candidates had to complete the second phase of the application, which consisted of submitting information regarding parents’ profession, family income, uploading category certificates and other documents, etc.
NEET 2023 Application Correction
After the completion of the NEET registration process 2023, NTA will provide an application correction facility for the candidates wherein they will get a chance to make necessary corrections or changes. However, only those candidates who would submit the NEET 2023 application form by paying the requisite application fee will be eligible to avail of the NEET application correction facility. Take a look at the process to make NEET 2023 application correction.
- Visit the official website of NEET 2023
- Log in with your Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth
- Click on the tab indicating NEET 2023 Application Correction
- Make necessary changes and click on save and submit
There is no additional fee to be paid to make corrections in the NEET 2023 application form. However, there are a few fields which cannot be edited. These fields include name, email id and mobile number.
NEET Application Form Statistics
NEET is the largest medical entrance test in India. Every year there is a significant rise in the number of NEET applicants. The data for the past four years has been depicted in the graph given below.
FAQs Regarding NEET 2023 Application Form
Q: Has NEET 2023 registration started?A: The NEET 2023 regisration process has begun on March 6 by the National Testing Agency. The application process is being conducted online. Aspirants must keep an eye on the official websites of NTA and NEET 2023 to be updated about the NEET UG 2023 application process commencement.
Q: When will the NEET registration 2023 process conclude?
A: The NEET registration 2023 process will be conducted for a month. Hence, the last date of NEET 2023 registration is April 6, 11.50 PM. Based on candidate requests, NTA may extend the last date of NEET 2023 registration.
Q: When is NEET 2023 scheduled?
A: NEET 2023 will be held on May 7. NTA announced the exam date on December 15. However, the other dates are yet to be announced. Although some students are requesting the authorities to postpone the exam, it is unlikely that the exam will be postponed any further.
Q: How do I fill the NEET application form 2023?
A: The NTA NEET registration procedure is completely online. Candidates ha ve to visit the official website to fill in the mandatory details and upload the required files such as applicants’ photographs, signatures and documents. The final step was to pay the application fee through one of the slated payment modes.
Q: Can I fill the NEET application form 2023 offline?
A: The NEET application form 2023 has to be filled in online mode only. However, there is an exception for the applicants residing in the Kashmir valley or Leh. The NEET 2023 application fee has to be paid using a credit card/ debit card, net banking, Paytm or UPI.
Q: Do I need to send the NEET application form 2023 and other attachments by post to NTA?
A: No, you need not send any documents by post to NTA. The entire application process for NEET 202 3 will be online and the relevant documents will have to be uploaded online only.
Q: When will NTA open the NEET 2023 application correction window?
A: NTA will most likely open the NEET 2023 application correction window in the second week of April, approximately after a week of concluding the application process.
Q: Do I have to pay a correction fee for making changes to the NEET application form 2023?
A: No, there was no fee associated with the NEET 2023 application correction process, unless candidates update their category which would impact the application fee.
Q: What will be the total number of registrations received for NEET 2023?
A: Last year, NEET received around 18 lakh applications, which is 12 per cent higher than the previous year. This year, it is expected that the number of NEET 2023 applications will be around 20 lakh.
Q: Has there be a change in the NEET application fee for 2023?
A: Yes, NTA has increased the NEET 2023 application fee by INR 100 for each category, similar to last year. Moreover, there has been an increase in INR 1,000 for candidates selecting an international NEET exam centre city.
Q: I made a mistake in the email ID during NEET 2023 registration. What can I do?
A: If you complete the NEET application form 2023 with an incorrect email address, you will not receive official email notifications. However, if the mobile number that you have registered on the NTA portal is correct, you will receive the same notification on your phone via SMS. NTA may allow candidates to change or correct their email addresses in the application correction window.
Q: The session expired while submitting the application form for NEET 2023. What should I do?
A: Candidates filling the NEET application form will have to fill and submit it within 30 minutes of logging into the registered account. Also, they have to keep sav ing each section of the application form to avoid filling it again if the session expires. To ensure completing the form in under 30 minutes, it is advised to keep all the information handy.
Q: Can I fill the NEET form without the internet?
A: Candidates without access to the internet had to visit the nearest Common Services Centre (CSC). The CSCs help in filling out the application form for NEET 202 3 and payment of the application fee. They charge a nominal fee for these services. To know the details of the nearest CSC, visit csc.gov.in.
Q: How can I be sure that NTA has received the application fee?
A: After the payment has been processed successfully, a confirmation page will open on the screen. This will be the confirmation of the fact that the NEET 202 3 application fee will be received by the NTA. This ha s to be saved and printed for future reference. Candidates will also receive the NEET 2023 application confirmation through email and SMS at their registered email address and mobile number.
