NEET UG 2026 to switch to computer-based test; What’s new in this mode?

The NEET re-exam for 2026 is scheduled for June 21, with admit cards to be issued by June 14. Candidates appearing for the re-exam will have the option to choose their own exam centre and will be granted an extra 15 minutes to complete the test.

Post Published By: Sujata Biswal

Updated : 15 May 2026, 1:20 PM IST

NEET UG 2026 to switch to computer-based test

New Delhi: The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG will transition to a computer-based test (CBT) format starting next year, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced. Currently conducted in pen-and-paper mode, this shift aims to modernize the exam experience and speed up evaluation.

Meanwhile, the NEET re-exam for 2026 is scheduled for June 21, with admit cards to be issued by June 14. Candidates appearing for the re-exam will have the option to choose their own exam centre and will be granted an extra 15 minutes to complete the test. Importantly, no application fee will be required for the re-exam.

Key Differences Between Computer-Based Test and Pen-and-Paper Mode:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT) Pen-and-Paper Mode
• Answers submitted digitally using keyboard and mouse. Answers written with pen or pencil.
• Options can be easily changed or deleted; questions can be navigated freely. Marked answers are harder to correct; navigation is limited.
• Results are processed faster due to digital evaluation. Results take longer due to manual evaluation.
• Exam can be conducted in multiple dates and shifts. Exam is held on a single date.
• Vulnerable to software issues or online security threats. Risks include paper leaks and malpractices.

Additional Details on NEET Re-Exam 2026:

Fresh Admit Cards: Candidates must download a new admit card for the re-exam.

Official Updates Only: All communications, including exam dates and admit card schedules, will be released through official NTA channels. Candidates and parents are urged to ignore unverified social media reports.

For more information, visit the official NEET website: neet.nta.nic.in.