Last Updated: 20 March 2026Verified for JEE 2026
NEET Eligibility 2026
Check if you meet the NEET 2026 eligibility criteria — age limit, educational qualification, required subjects, and attempt limits.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age | Minimum 17 years as of Dec 31 of admission year; upper limit as per court orders |
| Qualification | Class 12 passed or appearing with Physics, Chemistry & Biology/Biotechnology |
| Minimum Marks | 50% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC, 45% for PwD) |
| Attempts | No limit on attempts |
| Nationality | Indian nationals, OCI, NRI |
Subject Requirements
Candidates must have studied the mandatory subjects in Class 11 and 12 from a recognized board.
- Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology are compulsory
- English is compulsory as a language subject
- Candidates with Mathematics instead of Biology are NOT eligible
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