When will NEET 2027 registration start?

Based on NTA's pattern from recent years, NEET 2027 registration is expected to open in February 2027 on nta.ac.in. The registration window typically stays open for 4-5 weeks. Registration is entirely online and requires Aadhaar, Class 10/12 documents, photograph, and signature.

When is the NEET 2027 exam date?

NEET 2027 is expected to be conducted in the first or second week of May 2027. NTA has conducted NEET in May for the last several years (except COVID-disrupted years). The exact date will be announced in the official notification, usually in January-February 2027.

When will NEET 2027 results be declared?

NEET results are typically declared 4-6 weeks after the exam. If NEET 2027 is held in May, results are expected in June 2027. NTA first releases a provisional answer key (with an objection window), then the final answer key, and then the result with scorecard.

When does NEET 2027 counselling start?

AIQ (All India Quota) counselling through MCC typically starts in July 2027, about 2-4 weeks after NEET results. State quota counselling starts slightly later and varies by state. The entire counselling process (all rounds) usually extends until September-October 2027.

How many times is NEET conducted in a year?

As of 2026, NEET is conducted once a year, unlike JEE Main which has two sessions. There have been discussions about conducting NEET twice a year, but NTA has not confirmed this for 2027 yet. Plan for a single attempt and prepare accordingly.

What is the difference between AIQ and state counselling?

AIQ (All India Quota) counselling fills 15% of government medical college seats through a centralized process managed by MCC. State quota counselling fills the remaining 85% of government seats + all private college seats, managed by individual state counselling committees. You can participate in both simultaneously.

Can I register for NEET 2027 after the deadline?

NTA usually provides a late registration window (3-5 days) with an additional late fee. After the late window closes, no further registrations are accepted. There are no exceptions. Set a calendar reminder for the registration start date and complete it in the first week.

What happens after NEET results — what are the next steps?

After results: (1) Download your scorecard. (2) Register for AIQ counselling on MCC website. (3) Register for your state's counselling portal. (4) Fill choice preferences (colleges + branches). (5) Wait for seat allotment. (6) Report to allotted college with original documents. (7) Pay fees and confirm admission. Missing any step means losing your seat.

NEET 2027 Dates — Registration, Exam & Counselling Schedule

NEET is a one-shot exam — there is no second session to fall back on. Missing the registration deadline or not being ready for the exam date means waiting an entire year. This page lists every important NEET 2027 date based on NTA's established patterns, so you can plan your preparation and logistics well in advance.

NEET 2027 — Complete Expected Timeline

Event	Expected Date	Notes
Official Notification	January 2027 (last week)	NTA announces exam date, eligibility, syllabus confirmation
Registration Opens	February 2027 (first week)	Online on nta.ac.in — 4-5 week window
Registration Deadline	March 2027 (first week)	Late fee window: additional 3-5 days
Correction Window	March 2027 (second week)	Fix photo, details, exam city preferences
City Slip / Allotment	April 2027 (third week)	NTA confirms your exam city
Admit Card Release	Late April / Early May 2027	3-5 days before exam — download immediately
Exam Date	May 2027 (first/second week)	Single day, 2:00 PM - 5:20 PM
Answer Key (Provisional)	May 2027 (third week)	Objection window: 2-3 days
Final Answer Key	June 2027 (first week)	After processing objections
Result Declaration	June 2027 (second week)	Scorecard with marks, percentile, AIR

AIQ Counselling 2027 — Expected Schedule

All India Quota counselling is managed by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) and fills 15% of seats in government medical colleges + 100% of seats in central institutions (AIIMS, JIPMER, etc.).

Round	Expected Date	What Happens
Registration & Choice Filling	June-July 2027	Register on MCC portal, fill college preferences
Round 1 Seat Allotment	July 2027 (second week)	First allotment based on NEET rank + preferences
Round 1 Reporting	July 2027 (third week)	Report to allotted college, pay fees, verify documents
Round 2 Seat Allotment	July 2027 (last week)	Upgraded/revised allotment
Round 2 Reporting	August 2027 (first week)	Report if upgraded or newly allotted
Round 3 (Mop-Up)	August 2027 (second week)	For vacant seats after Rounds 1-2
Stray Vacancy Round	August 2027 (third week)	Final round for remaining vacant seats

State Counselling — General Timeline

State counselling fills 85% of government medical college seats + all private and deemed university seats within each state. Each state has its own counselling authority.

Event	Expected Timeline	Notes
State Registration	July 2027	Register on your state's counselling portal
Document Verification	July-August 2027	Some states require physical verification
Round 1 Allotment	August 2027	First seat allotment within state
Round 2 Allotment	August-September 2027	Second round for upgrades
Mop-Up / Stray Rounds	September-October 2027	Final rounds for vacant seats

Important: You can participate in both AIQ and state counselling simultaneously. If you get a seat in AIQ Round 1 and a better seat in state counselling later, you can surrender the AIQ seat (following the proper process). Always register for both to maximize your options.

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Registration Checklist — What You Need

Aadhaar card — mandatory for registration
Class 10 marksheet — for date of birth proof
Class 12 marksheet or appearing certificate — if still in Class 12
Passport-size photograph — white background, 10KB-200KB, JPEG/JPG
Postcard-size photograph — with name and date written below
Signature scan — 4KB-30KB, JPEG/JPG
Left thumb impression — on white paper, scanned
Category certificate — OBC-NCL (latest year), SC/ST, EWS, PwD as applicable
Payment method — Debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI

Application Fee

Category	Expected Fee
General / OBC	Rs 1,700
General-EWS / OBC-NCL	Rs 1,600
SC / ST / PwD	Rs 1,000
Transgender	Rs 1,000

Key Deadlines to Never Miss

Registration deadline: The most critical date. Missing it means losing an entire year. Register in the first week — do not wait for the last day when servers crash.
Correction window: Your only chance to fix application errors (photo, category, exam centre preference). After this window closes, no changes are possible.
Admit card download: Download the day it releases. Print 2-3 copies. Server overload on the last day is a real problem.
Counselling registration: Register for both AIQ (MCC) and state counselling immediately after results. The windows are short — often just 5-7 days.
College reporting: After seat allotment, you must report to the allotted college within the given window (usually 3-5 days) with original documents and fees. Missing this deadline means forfeiting your seat.

All dates are predicted based on NTA's 2024-2026 patterns and are subject to change. Always verify on the official NTA website and MCC portal. For preparation strategy, see our NEET 2027 preparation guide. Last updated: March 2026.

NEET 2027 Important Dates — Registration, Exam & Counselling