New Delhi: The National Testing Agency has opened the application correction facility for Re-NEET 2026 candidates, allowing them to modify their preferred examination city ahead of the re-exam scheduled for June 21.
The window has been activated on the official NEET UG portal, and candidates can now update their first and second choice of exam cities. The facility will remain available from May 15 to 11:50 pm on May 21, 2026.
Officials clarified that no other changes will be permitted in the application form during this correction period.
Only exam city change allowed in correction window
According to NTA, candidates can revise only their preferred examination city selection during this period. No updates to personal details, category, or academic information will be accepted.
Candidates who do not make any changes within the given timeline will retain their previously selected exam city.
The move has been introduced to help students who may have relocated after submitting their original applications, ensuring they can appear for the exam closer to their current residence.
Steps to change exam city online
Candidates can log in to the official website, neet.nta.nic.in, using their application credentials to access the correction portal.
Once logged in, they can select and update their first and second preferred exam cities as per availability.
The National Testing Agency has also confirmed that no additional fees will be charged for this correction facility.
Important dates for Re-NEET 2026 process
The correction window will close on May 21, after which no further requests for changes will be accepted under any circumstances.
NTA has stated that city intimation slips, admit cards and other exam-related details will be released by June 14, 2026.
The Re-NEET 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted on June 21, 2026.
Re-exam announced after cancellation decision
The correction facility comes shortly after the announcement of the Re-NEET 2026 schedule following the cancellation of the earlier examination.
The decision was taken after inputs from examination authorities and law enforcement agencies raised concerns regarding irregularities in the conduct of the test.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (Central Bureau of Investigation) is also probing the alleged paper leak case separately.
Investigation into alleged paper leak continues
Authorities have confirmed that a detailed investigation is underway into the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak incident.
Officials have reportedly identified key individuals linked to the case, and further action is expected as the probe progresses.
The government has stated that strict action will be taken against those found responsible for compromising the examination process.
For now, the focus remains on ensuring a smooth and fair conduct of the upcoming Re-NEET 2026 exam.