NEET UG Result 2026 (Out) – Check Scorecard, Cutoff, Toppers List & Rank
Organization
NTA
Exam Date
21 Jun 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the NEET UG Result 2026 on 16 July 2026. Candidates who appeared for the re-examination held on 21 June 2026 can now download their scorecards from the official website neet.nta.nic.in. A total of 11.21 lakh candidates have qualified this year.
This comprehensive guide covers everything related to NEET UG Result 2026 – how to check scorecard, category-wise cutoff marks, toppers list, important statistics, counselling process, and frequently asked questions.
NEET UG Result 2026 Overview
Candidates often ask whether the NEET UG 2026 result has been declared or not. Yes, the National Testing Agency released the Re-NEET UG 2026 results on 16 July 2026. Nearly 20 lakh candidates appeared for the re-exam conducted on 21 June 2026 after the original May 3 exam was cancelled. Out of these, 11,21,185 candidates have qualified.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NEET UG 2026 (Re-Examination) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Result Declaration Date | 16 July 2026 |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
| Candidates Appeared | Nearly 20 lakh |
| Candidates Qualified | 11,21,185 (11.21 lakh) |
| Highest Marks | 715 out of 720 |
| Joint AIR 1 | Aryan Gupta (Punjab) & Panshul Bansal (Haryana) |
NEET UG Result 2026 Important Dates
Candidates often ask about the complete timeline of NEET UG 2026. The original exam scheduled on 3 May 2026 was cancelled due to paper leak allegations. The re-exam was held on 21 June 2026 and results were declared on 16 July 2026, earlier than the initially expected date of 20 July.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Original NEET UG 2026 Exam | 3 May 2026 (Cancelled) |
| Re-Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 25 June 2026 |
| Objection Window Closed | 28 June 2026 |
| Final Answer Key & Result | 16 July 2026 |
| Scorecard Download | Available Now |
| MCC Counselling Start (Expected) | To be announced soon |
How to Check NEET UG Result 2026 Scorecard
Candidates often ask the exact steps to download the NEET UG 2026 scorecard. The result is available only in online mode. Follow the steps given below carefully.
- Visit the official website – neet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link “NEET UG 2026 Result” or “Re-NEET 2026 Scorecard”
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth / Password
- Enter the Security Pin shown on the screen
- Click on Submit
- Your scorecard will appear on the screen
- Download and take a printout for future counselling use
Direct Link: Available on neet.nta.nic.in (login required)
NEET UG 2026 Toppers List – AIR 1 to 10
Candidates often ask who secured All India Rank 1 in NEET UG 2026. Two candidates jointly topped the exam with 715 marks out of 720. No candidate scored full 720 marks this year.
| All India Rank | Candidate Name | Marks (out of 720) | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR 1 (Joint) | Aryan Gupta | 715 | Punjab |
| AIR 1 (Joint) | Panshul Bansal | 715 | Haryana |
| AIR 3 | Uplakshya Goyal | 711 | - |
| AIR 4 | Ayush Bhalotia | - | - |
| AIR 5 | Kudale Shravani Krishna | - | - |
| AIR 6 | Riya Ranjan | - | - |
| AIR 7 | Aryan Dubey | - | - |
| AIR 8 | Geetansh Sarin | - | - |
| AIR 9 | Gaurav Singh | - | - |
| AIR 10 | Mohanish Maruti Bhosale | - | - |
Key Statistics:
- 138 candidates scored 690 and above
- 19 candidates scored 700 and above
- More than 58% of qualified candidates are female
NEET UG 2026 Cutoff Marks (Category-wise)
Candidates often ask about the official qualifying cutoff for NEET UG 2026. The National Testing Agency has released the category-wise cutoff marks along with the result. Only candidates who score equal to or above the cutoff are considered qualified.
| Category | Cutoff Marks Range | Number of Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 715 – 213 | 9,96,935 |
| OBC | 212 – 177 | 81,111 |
| SC | 212 – 177 | 29,947 |
| ST | 212 – 177 | 12,452 |
| UR/EWS – PwD | 212 – 194 | 480 |
| OBC – PwD | 193 – 177 | 185 |
| SC – PwD | 193 – 177 | 64 |
| ST – PwD | 191 – 177 | 11 |
| Total Qualified | - | 11,21,185 |
Note: The cutoff mentioned above is the qualifying cutoff. The actual college admission cutoff (AIQ and State Quota) will be much higher and will be decided during counselling.
Details Mentioned on NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
The scorecard contains the following important information:
- Candidate’s Name, Application Number, Roll Number
- Date of Birth and Category
- Marks obtained in Physics, Chemistry and Biology
- Total Marks out of 720
- Percentile Score
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Category Rank
- Qualifying Status
- Cutoff Score for the respective category
Candidates must carefully verify all details. Any discrepancy should be reported to NTA immediately.
What After NEET UG Result 2026?
After the declaration of results, the next major step is counselling.
- All India Quota (15%) Counselling: Conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) on mcc.nic.in
- State Quota (85%) Counselling: Conducted by respective state authorities
- Courses covered: MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, BVSc & AH, and other allied courses
Candidates are advised to keep their documents ready (Class 10 & 12 marksheets, category certificate, domicile, photo ID, etc.) for the counselling process.
NEET UG Result 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is NEET UG Result 2026 out?
Yes, NTA declared the Re-NEET UG 2026 result on 16 July 2026.
Q2. What is the official website to check NEET UG Result 2026?
The official website is neet.nta.nic.in.
Q3. Who is the AIR 1 in NEET UG 2026?
Aryan Gupta from Punjab and Panshul Bansal from Haryana jointly secured AIR 1 with 715 marks.
Q4. How many candidates qualified NEET UG 2026?
A total of 11,21,185 candidates (11.21 lakh) qualified.
Q5. What is the highest marks scored in NEET UG 2026?
The highest marks are 715 out of 720. No candidate scored full 720 marks.
Q6. What is the NEET UG 2026 cutoff for General category?
The qualifying cutoff for UR/EWS is 715–213 marks.
Q7. How can I download my NEET UG 2026 scorecard?
Visit neet.nta.nic.in, click on the result link, enter Application Number and Date of Birth/Password, and download the scorecard.
Q8. Will NTA send the scorecard by post?
No. The scorecard is available only online. Candidates must download and print it themselves.
Q9. When will NEET UG 2026 counselling start?
MCC is expected to release the counselling schedule shortly after the result. Keep checking mcc.nic.in regularly.
Q10. Can I challenge my NEET UG 2026 marks?
No. Once the final answer key is released and result is declared, there is no provision for re-checking or re-evaluation.
Q11. What is the percentage of female candidates who qualified?
More than 58% of the qualified candidates are female.
Q12. Is the result available for both the cancelled May exam and re-exam?
Only the re-exam held on 21 June 2026 is valid. The May 3 exam was cancelled completely.
Q13. What documents are required for counselling?
Class 10 & 12 certificates, NEET scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, photo identity proof, passport-size photographs, etc.
Q14. Where can I check the complete toppers list of NEET UG 2026?
The complete list of top rankers is available on the official website neet.nta.nic.in along with the result PDF.
Q15. Will the academic session for MBBS 2026-27 get delayed?
NTA has assured that the academic session will begin on time despite the re-examination.
Important Links
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