NEET admit card 2021 will be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates appearing for the examination will be able to download the NEET 2021 admit card using the link given below (will be activated in April). NEET admit card 2021 will be released online and candidates will be able to download it by logging into their registered accounts. They are advised to check the details printed on the NEET 2021 admit card before downloading it. In case of any errors, they must contact the concerned authorities immediately.
NEET 2021 is scheduled to be held on May 2 (tentatively). It is mandatory to carry the admit card of NEET 2021 to the exam centre if one wants to appear for the examination. NEET admit card 2021 will be issued to only those candidates who submit the NEET 2021 application form and the registration fee for it. Merely registering on the official website will not entitle a candidate to receive the NEET 2021 admit card. One must also note that the NEET admit card 2021 will not be sent by post to anyone and can be downloaded online only. To know the important dates, the procedure to download the admit card of NEET and other relevant information, read the complete article.
NEET Admit Card 2021: Important Dates
| Events | Dates* |
|---|---|
| Release of the admit card | Second week of April 2021 |
| Last date to download the admit card | First week of May 2021 |
| Exam date | First week of May 2021 |
*Tentative dates, subject to change.
How to Download the NEET 2021 Admit Card?
The admit card of NEET 2021 will be available in online mode only. Candidates will have to follow the steps given below to download it:
- Go to the official website of NTA NEET or click on NEET admit card download link given above
- Click on “NEET admit card 2021”
- Enter application number, date of birth and the security pin
- Click on “Submit”
- Admit card of NEET will appear on the screen
- Check the details mentioned on the admit card
- Download the NEET 2021 admit card
Details Mentioned on NEET Admit Card 2021
The details mentioned on the admit card of NEET 2021 will be matched with the ID proof of the candidate on the day of the examination. If they do not match, the candidate is not allowed to appear for the examination. Thus, it is important to check the NEET admit card 2021 for errors.
The following details can be found on the admit card of NEET:
- Name of the candidate
- NEET 2021 roll number
- NEET registration number
- Date and time of the examination
- Father’s name
- Mother’s name
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Category/ Sub-category
- Address
- Medium (Language) of the examination
- Number and address of the exam centre
- Signature
NEET Admit Card 2021: Important Instructions
- Take a coloured printout of the admit card of NEET 2021
- Affix a passport size photograph in the space provided. (Same as the one submitted with the application form of NEET 2021)
- Get the admit card signed by parent or guardian
What are the instructions printed on the admit card of NEET 2021?
General exam day instructions for NEET 2021 are printed on the admit card. A few important instructions on the NEET admit card are:
- Candidates can set their watch with the clock on the NTA NEET website
- They must report to the exam centre at the ‘reporting time’ mentioned on the NEET 2021 admit card
- Details and address of the allotted exam centre can be found on the admit card of NEET
- The last entry into the examination hall will be at 1.30 pm
- Candidates found in possession of the barred items will not be allowed to complete the examination
- Candidates should visit the exam centre a day before the examination
- Geometry/ pencil box, calculator, log table, slide ruler, any paper or textual material, etc. are not allowed inside the examination hall
- Handbags, purse, wallet, electronic gadgets, calculators, watches, etc are also barred inside the examination hall
- Students are not allowed to carry any eatable inside the examination hall. However, diabetic students are allowed to carry fruits/ sugar tablets
- Owing to the COVID-19 situation, NTA has permitted the candidates to carry transparent water bottles inside the exam centre
- Candidates must drop their NEET 2021 admit card in a box placed outside the exam hall upon completion of the examination
- Candidates must leave the exam hall one-by-one and must wait for their turn to avoid crowding outside the centres
NEET 2021 Admit Card: How to Retrieve a Forgotten Registration Number?
Retrieving the registration number is a four-step process. Though the process is easy, candidates are advised to note the number carefully and not rely on this method.
Steps to retrieve the registration Id:
- Go to the official website of NTA NEET.
- Click on “Forgot Registration Number”
- Enter the following details: Name, mother’s name, father’s name, category, date of birth and security pin.
- Registration number will be displayed on the screen
- Copy the number and use it to download the admit card
NEET 2021 Admit Card: How to Download if You Do Not Have Access to the Internet?
Candidates who do not have access to the internet or printers can download the admit card of NEET 2021 from a nearby Common Services Centre (CSC). These CSCs are spread across the country and charge a nominal fee for the services provided. There are more than 2.5 lakh CSCs in India and the numbers are increasing every year. To locate the nearest CSC, go to www.csc.gov.in.
CSC services and fee
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Filling the application form of NEET | Rs 25 |
| Online payment of fee | 0.5% of the transaction value |
| Downloading the admit card | Rs 10 |
| Coloured Printout | Rs 5 (per page) |
What to carry on the day of the examination?
- NEET admit card 2021
- Passport-sized photograph (same as the one uploaded with the application form)
- A valid photo Id proof (Aadaar card/ Driving Licence/ PAN Card/ Passport/ Voter Id)
- Facemask and hand gloves
- 50 ml bottle of hand sanitiser
- Transparent water bottle
NEET 2021 Admit Card: Important Points to Remember
- NTA will send a soft copy of the NEET admit card 2021 to the registered email address
- It is mandatory to get the admit card signed by a parent/guardian
- It is mandatory to carry a valid photo Id proof on the day of the examination
- Candidate has to carry a passport-sized photograph on the day of the examination. This photograph has to be affixed on the attendance sheet
NEET Admit Card 2021: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Will NTA send the admit card via post?
A. No, NTA will not send the admit card by post to any candidate. They have to download the admit card online from the official website of NTA only.
Q. What is security pin in NEET admit card 2021?
A. The security pin is the six-digit alphanumeric code given just before the ‘Submit’ option. Candidates have to correctly fill this code to download their NEET 2021 admit card.
Q. I lost my NEET 2021 admit card, how can I get a duplicate?
A. You can download the admit card from the official website of NTA. The admit card can be downloaded any number of times before the examination day, but candidates are advised to save a soft copy for future reference. Also, NTA will email a copy of the admit card to your registered email Id, you can download it from the email.
Q. What information is needed to download the admit card?
A. To download the NEET 2021 admit card candidate will have to login to his/ her registered account on the official website of NTA. For this, he/ she will need the User Id and password created at the time of registration.
Q. How much will a CSC charge for downloading the admit card of NEET 2021?
A. The CSCs charge a nominal fee for the services provided by them. For downloading the admit card of NEET 2021, the CSC will charge a fee of Rs 10. They will charge an additional Rs 5 for the printout.
Q. Should the printout be coloured or black and white?
A. Candidates are advised to take a coloured printout of the admit card. They must also ensure that they have 2-3 spare copies of the admit card for future use.
Q. My name is spelt wrong on the NEET admit card. What should I do?
A. You must contact the NTA immediately and get it rectified. If the details printed on your admit card do not match those on the official ID proof that you carry on the day of the examination, you will not be allowed to appear for it.
Q. What is the specification of the photograph that needs to be pasted on the admit card of NEET 2021?
A. Yes, the photograph must be the same as the one uploaded during the registration process of NEET 2021. Candidate must carry three copies of this photograph on the day of the examination.
Q. What if I forget to take my parents signature on the NEET 2021 admit card?
A. Candidates are advised to get the admit card signed by a parent/ guardian as soon as they download it. If I candidate fails to get the admit card signed, he/ she will not be allowed to appear for the entrance test.
Q. I am unable to download my NEET 2021 admit card. Whom should I contact?
A. Check the login credentials that you have entered. The password for your registered account is case sensitive, thus, enter the password carefully. If you still cannot download the admit card of NEET 2021, you can enquire at the NTA NEET helpline numbers 8076535482/7703859909.
Q. I have pasted a photograph on the admit card of NEET 2021. Do I still need to carry a passport-sized photograph on the exam day?
A. Yes, you have to carry an extra passport-sized photograph on the day of the examination. This photograph has to be affixed on the attendance sheet in front of the invigilator.
Q. Can I re-download the admit card of NEET 2021?
A. Yes, you can download the admit card any number of times before the examination. However, candidates are advised to save a copy of their NEET 2021 admit card, which can be retrieved in case of emergencies.
Q. Can I appear for the examination if I forget to carry my photo ID?
A. No, you will not be allowed to appear for the examination if you forget your photo ID. Candidates are advised to keep the following three things ready with them, a day before the examination; a valid photo-ID proof, NEET admit card 2021 and a recent passport-sized photograph.