NTA NEET result 2026 has been declared. Candidates can go to the official website neet.nta.nic.in to download their Re NEET scorecard. Check steps to download, results statistics, and counselling guidelines below.
NEET UG 2026 Results: Live Coverage Updates
NTA Releases Category-wise Qualified Candidates List
The counts of qualified candidates across various social reservation categories have been declared. Out of the total qualifying pool, General candidates represent 2.91 lakh, while OBC-NCL represents the largest block at 5.12 lakh. See details below:
| Social Category | Qualified Candidates |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 2.91 Lakh |
| OBC-NCL | 5.12 Lakh |
| SC | 1.59 Lakh |
| ST | 63,716 |
| Gen-EWS | 95,026 |
| PwBD / PwD | 3,969 |
Differentiator: Qualified women represent 58% of the total roster, outperforming men with a qualification percentage of 56.8% vs 55.1%.
NEET UG 2026 Score Band Distributions Released
NTA has released the score bands density matrix, showcasing intense competition. 19 candidates have scored above 700 marks, and over 10,000 candidates have scored 600 or above:
| NEET Score Threshold | Number of Candidates |
|---|---|
| 700 Marks & Above | 19 candidates |
| 650 Marks & Above | 1,492 candidates |
| 600 Marks & Above | 10,160 candidates |
| 500 Marks & Above | 90,780 candidates |
Joint Toppers Score 715 out of 720
The highest score recorded is 715 out of 720, achieved jointly by two candidates:
- Aryan Gupta from Punjab
- Panshul Bansal from Haryana
A total of 138 candidates scored above 690 marks, covering toppers from almost all states and union territories.
Check Scorecard: Steps to Download NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
NTA has activated the direct link to download the individual scorecards. Candidates should keep their application number and date of birth handy.
How to Check & Download:
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NEET UG 2026 Counselling Process Overview
Counselling for the 15% All-India Quota (AIQ) in government colleges, plus 100% of seats in Deemed and Central Universities is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at mcc.nic.in. State-level counselling (85% seats) is conducted by respective State medical counselling portals based on regional merit lists and domicile criteria.
Medical Campus Showcase & Direct Counsel
Affiliated Medical Colleges
An inside look at state-of-the-art medical anatomy simulation labs and training hospital campuses.
Counselling Advisory Rooms
One-on-one seat matrix mappings and option list construction sessions with senior academic experts.
Candidates are advised to rely strictly on official NTA, MCC, and state counselling websites. Be cautious of unsolicited calls, SMS notifications, or agencies promising direct MBBS seats via unauthorized channels.