NEET 2026 Refund — Overview
The National Testing Agency (NTA) provides a refund of the NEET UG application fee under specific circumstances. Understanding the refund policy, eligibility criteria, and the application process is essential for candidates who need to claim their fee back.
The NEET refund process is handled through the official NTA refund portal. Candidates who have made duplicate payments, candidates of cancelled exams, and specific categories of applicants are eligible for refunds.
NEET 2026 Refund Amount
The NEET 2026 refund amount depends on the category of the candidate and the circumstances of the refund:
- General Category: The application fee for NEET UG is typically ₹1,600-1,700 for general category candidates. The refund amount varies based on the specific refund policy for that year.
- OBC-NCL/EWS: ₹1,500-1,600
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹900-1,000
- Duplicate Payment: Full refund of the duplicate payment amount
- Exam Cancellation: Full refund of the application fee if the exam is cancelled for the candidate's centre
How to Apply for NEET 2026 Refund
The process to apply for a NEET 2026 refund is as follows:
- Visit the official NTA refund portal at nta.ac.in or neet.nta.nic.in.
- Navigate to the refund section using your NEET application credentials.
- Select the reason for the refund request (duplicate payment, exam cancellation, etc.).
- Upload the required documents, including payment proof and bank account details.
- Submit the application and note down the acknowledgment/reference number for future tracking.
NEET Refund Portal — How to Check Status
Once you have submitted your refund application, you can track its status through the official NTA portal:
- Visit the NTA website and log in with your application credentials.
- Go to the "Refund Status" section.
- Enter your application number or refund acknowledgment number.
- View the current status of your refund request.
- Contact NTA helpline if the refund is delayed beyond the specified processing time.
NEET 2026 Refund Eligibility Criteria
Candidates are eligible for a NEET 2026 refund in the following cases:
- Duplicate payment of the application fee.
- Cancellation of the exam at the allotted centre due to unavoidable circumstances.
- Excess payment made during the application process.
- Payment made for a transaction that ultimately failed but the amount was deducted.
- Other circumstances as specified by NTA in the official refund policy.
Important Points to Remember
- Refunds are processed only through the official NTA portal. Do not use third-party services.
- Ensure that the bank account details provided are accurate to avoid delays.
- The refund processing time may vary from 15 to 45 working days, depending on the case.
- Keep a screenshot or printout of your refund application acknowledgment for reference.
- Contact NTA helpline at 011-40759000 for refund-related queries.
