NEET UG 2026 Fee Refund Portal Goes Live: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspirants
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has initiated the fee refund process for candidates who registered for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026, which was originally scheduled for May 3, 2026, but later cancelled due to "serious irregularities" including alleged paper leaks. This development brings much-awaited clarity and relief to lakhs of medical aspirants across the nation. A dedicated online portal has been activated to facilitate a seamless refund of the examination fee.
Important Update: The NEET UG 2026 re-examination is slated for June 21, 2026, and crucially, no fresh registration or additional fee payment is required for candidates to appear for this re-test.
Why the Refund Process?
The NTA launched the refund portal primarily to ensure that candidates are not financially burdened by the cancellation of the May 3, 2026, examination. This move aims to return the full application fee to all eligible registered candidates.
✅ The original NEET UG 2026 exam on May 3 was cancelled due to reported irregularities.
✅ NTA confirmed a 100% fee refund for all registered candidates.
✅ A dedicated portal ensures secure and accurate collection of bank details for direct refunds.
How to Claim Your NEET UG 2026 Fee Refund
The process to claim your refund is straightforward and must be completed through the official NTA NEET portal. Candidates are advised to follow these steps meticulously to ensure a successful transaction:
1. Visit the Official NTA NEET Portal
Navigate to the official website:
neet.nta.nic.in. Look for the link related to the "NEET UG 2026 Application Fee Refund Process" on the homepage.
2. Secure Login
Log in to your student dashboard using your NEET UG 2026 application number and password (or date of birth if applicable), along with the security captcha code.
3. Access the Refund Section
Once logged in, find and click on the "Refund/Payment Status" section or the dedicated fee refund/bank details update link.
4. Provide Bank Account Information
You will be prompted to enter your banking details. This includes the account holder's name, bank name, account number, and IFSC code. Ensure the account is active. This account can belong to either the student or their parents.
5. Verify and Submit
Carefully review all the entered banking details for accuracy. Any discrepancies could lead to delays or issues with the refund. After verification, submit the fee refund form.
6. Download Confirmation
It is highly recommended to download and save the confirmation slip for your records.
NEET UG 2026 Fee Refund Amounts by Category
The refund amount varies based on the candidate's reservation category, covering the full application fee paid. Please note that any additional payment gateway or bank charges incurred during the initial transaction are typically non-refundable.
| Category |
Refund Amount (INR) |
| General (Unreserved) |
1,700 |
| OBC-NCL and General-EWS |
1,600 |
| SC, ST, PwD and Third Gender |
1,000 |
| Foreign and NRI Candidates |
9,500 |
Important Guidelines and Key Information
The NTA has released several clarifications to assist candidates during this period:
Refund Processing Time
After successful submission and verification of details, the refund process may take a few days to several weeks, depending on bank clearances.
Re-examination Details
The re-examination on June 21, 2026, will use existing candidature data. There's no need for fresh registration or payment. The exam will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM, with an additional 15 minutes for verification.
Exam City and Language Preferences
The language medium chosen during the original application remains final. While some flexibility for changing exam cities was announced until May 21, 2026, city availability is linked to language selection.
Issues During May 3 Exam
Candidates who faced issues during the cancelled May 3 exam can contact the NTA Helpdesk via email at neetug2026@nta.ac.in with supporting documents.
Stay updated by regularly checking the official NTA website for any further announcements regarding the last date for submitting banking information, admit cards for the re-exam, and other critical details.
