The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a fresh advisory for candidates appearing in the NEET UG 2026 re-examination, scheduled for June 21.
The agency has asked students not to believe unverified claims circulating on social media and confirmed that the exam will take place as planned. NTA asks NEET UG 2026 candidates to ignore postponement rumours ahead of June 21 re-exam
The clarification came after several social media posts and online messages claimed that the examination could be postponed.
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According to the agency, no official decision has been taken to defer the examination. Candidates have been advised to rely only on updates published through official NTA platforms and avoid misinformation circulating online. The re-exam was announced following the cancellation of the earlier NEET UG 2026 test and is set to be conducted in pen-and-paper mode.
Admit card download process made easier
NTA has also introduced a significant change in the admit card download process. Candidates can now access and download their admit cards without first completing bank account verification related to examination fee refunds.
The move comes after students reported difficulties in downloading hall tickets due to issues linked to the refund verification process. By separating the two procedures, the agency aims to reduce last-minute inconvenience and ensure that candidates can obtain their admit cards smoothly before the examination.
📌 A message to our students
— National Testing Agency (@NTA_Exams) June 18, 2026
The NEET UG 2026 examination is just three days away.
To every candidate: you have worked hard, you have prepared, and now is the time to trust your effort. Stay calm, rest well, and focus on doing your best. That is all that is asked of you.
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Candidates are advised to complete the bank verification separately
While bank account verification is no longer mandatory for downloading admit cards, NTA has asked candidates to complete the process separately to facilitate refund-related formalities.
Students are advised to carefully verify details such as bank account number, beneficiary name, bank name and IFSC code. Officials have indicated that this will help ensure the smooth processing of refunds wherever applicable.
NTA warns against misinformation
The agency has once again cautioned candidates against trusting fake notices, unauthorised updates or claims regarding examination schedules. Recent rumours about a possible postponement have created confusion among students and parents, prompting the clarification, according to News18.
NTA has maintained that all official announcements regarding the examination, admit cards, and related procedures will be available only through its authorised channels. Candidates have been encouraged to focus on their preparation and follow verified information sources.
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Exam day approaches
The NEET UG 2026 re-examination is scheduled for June 21. Candidates who have not yet downloaded their admit cards are advised to do so at the earliest and check all details mentioned on the document carefully.
As preparations enter the final stage, the agency has emphasised that the examination will proceed according to schedule and urged students to stay away from rumours that could cause unnecessary anxiety.
