The National Testing Agency (NTA) has shared a post on social media platform X ahead of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21.The agency has detailed the examination pattern, subject-wise question distribution and marking scheme to help candidates better understand the structure of the re-exam.The re-exam is being conducted after the earlier NEET UG 2026 exam, held on May 3, was cancelled following allegations of paper leaks and other irregularities.According to the graphic shared by NTA, the NEET UG 2026 examination will consist of 180 questions carrying a total of 720 marks.The questions will be divided among three subjects:
- Physics: 45 questions, 180 marks
- Chemistry: 45 questions, 180 marks
- Biology: 90 questions, 360 marks
The agency described the format as “One Examination. One Fair Field,” stressing a balanced distribution of questions across all three subjects.
NEET UG 2026 marking scheme
NTA has also reminded candidates about the marking pattern that will be followed in the examination.The marking scheme is as follows:
- Four marks will be awarded for every correct answer.
- One mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
- No marks will be awarded or deducted for unanswered questions.
Candidates have been advised to answer questions carefully to avoid losing marks through negative marking.
Test booklet can be taken home
The awareness graphic further mentions that students will be allowed to take their test booklet home after the examination.The move is aimed at ensuring greater transparency and helping candidates review their responses after the test.
Re-exam scheduled for June 21
The NEET UG 2026 re-examination is scheduled to be conducted on June 21 across designated examination centres.With only a few days remaining for the test, candidates are advised to focus on revision, stay updated through official NTA announcements and carefully follow all examination-day instructions.Students should rely only on official NTA communications for the latest updates regarding the re-examination and avoid unverified information circulating on social media.
