NEET UG 2026 Exam Update: NTA Issues Travel Advisory, Dress Code and OMR Rules amid Thunderstorms

NTA has released new guidelines for the NEET UG 2026 exam scheduled for May 3, 2026, between 2:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M. in 566 cities throughout India and other nations. NTA has advised candidates that,s due to weather conditions like rainfall and thunderstorms, this may lead to traffic problems in reaching on time. The updated dress code now includes full sleeve shirts and woollen clothes, but students need to arrive early as frisking will be done at the examination centre. Strict rules regarding OMR sheet instructions include using only a black ballpoint pen while filling in the form.

Post frisking, the candidates need to take part in biometric authentication as a measure of security. But as per the National Testing Agency (NTA), there are some exceptional cases wherein the candidate will not have to undergo the procedure and can still gain admission. This could be due to hardware problems, low-quality biometric information, a lack of connection with the UIDAI server or physical disability to submit biometric information. The candidates in such scenarios need to fill in a NEET exam 2026 undertaking form, which will be available at the test centre.

Travel Advisory Amid Thunderstorms

• Get ready early: The candidates must make sure that they can reach the centres before 11:00 AM.

• Do not rely on Google Maps: Make sure you know the location of the examination centre through the admit card.

• Effect of weather: Rainfall and waterlogging may affect traffic and cause delays.

Dress Code Guidelines

Note: Woollens are permitted, but candidates must report early for frisking

OMR Sheet Filling Rules

• Write your answers in black ink only.

• Complete circles fully without any half markings.

• Select only one answer from each question.

• Make sure your OMR sheet is not folded or crumpled.

NEET UG 2026 Exam Centre Guidelines

• Centre Reporting time: 11:00 AM, last entry: 1:30 PM.

• The NEET admit card with the self-declaration form is to be carried.

• Documents required: Proof of photo identification, passport-size and postcard-size photographs.

• Items permitted: Clear water bottle only.

• No mobile phones, jewellery or bags permitted.

• Biometric verification is mandatory except with the undertaking form.

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Final Advisory

• Arrive at centres on time to avoid delay due to bad weather.

• Ensure you follow the dress code in order not to be disqualified.

• Have your documents and photographs ready.

• Relax and comply with NTA’s Zero Leak.