The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) is the key medical entrance exam in India, and the application process for NEET UG 2026 is currently open on the official National Testing Agency (NTA) website. The deadline to fill the application form is 8 March 2026. [turn0news1][turn0search12]

However, many aspirants make avoidable mistakes during registration — and even minor errors can lead to *rejection of the application or problems later during admit card download and counselling. It’s vital to know what errors to avoid. [turn0search12]

🗓️ 1. Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute

One of the biggest mistakes candidates make is waiting until the final day to submit their application or pay the fee.

• The NTA portal may crash due to heavy traffic as the deadline approaches.
• Payment gateways may fail or take longer, leaving your form incomplete.

If the payment doesn’t go through, your registration will not be confirmed — and you might miss the exam entirely. Apply a few days before the last date and pay the fee early to avoid this. [turn0search12][turn0search24]

🧾 2. Entering Incorrect Personal Details

Filling out basic personal information incorrectly is a very common error — and it can have serious consequences later:

• Spelling mistakes in your name, parents’ names, or date of birth can cause mismatches during verification.
• A mismatch with your Class 10 mark sheet or Aadhaar card may lead to your application being rejected.

Always keep your official documents in front of you while filling in your details, and double‑check everything before submitting. [turn0search12][turn0search19]

📁 3. Category and Other Important Selections

The reservation category, domicile, and other critical options must be selected correctly:

• Incorrectly selecting OBC, EWS, SC/ST, or PwD without proper certificates can lead to disqualification.
• Uploading expired or incorrect certificates could impact your seat allotment and counselling later.

Read the official Information Bulletins thoroughly before choosing these options. [turn0search12]

📸 4. Photo, Signature, and Document Errors

NEET UG 2026 has strict document format and upload rules, including:

• Live photo capture as part of the authentication protocol.
• Clear and correctly data-sized passport‑data-size photos, signature, and thumb impression.

Blurry images, wrong background colours, incorrect file types, or improper sizing are frequent reasons for application form rejection. Always follow the exact specifications given by NTA. [turn0search18][turn0search12]

💳 5. Ignoring Payment Confirmation

Clicking the “Pay” button does not always mean your fee payment was successful. Many students assume the form is complete without verifying the payment status.

If the payment has failed but you do not check the status, your form will not be accepted — and you may data-face issues later. After paying, log in again and confirm that the status shows “Payment Successful”. [turn0search12]

🖨️ 6. Not Downloading the Confirmation Page

Once your form is submitted and payment is confirmed, NTA provides a confirmation page with your registration details. This page is crucial because:

• You’ll need your registration number for future steps like downloading the admit card and verifying details.
• Without it, you might data-face avoidable stress and delays.

Download and save/print the confirmation page immediately after submission. [turn0search12]

🔍 7. Relying on Unofficial Sources

Many aspirants follow advice from well‑meaning peers, coaching groups, whatsapp forwards, or social media instead of official guidance. This often leads to confusion and mistakes in filling the form.

Always rely on the NTA’s official website — neet.nta.nic.in — and the official Information Bulletin for accurate instructions. [turn0search12]

✍️ 8. Not Using the Correction Window Properly

NTA will open a correction window from 10 March to 12 March 2026 after the application deadline. But:

• Not all fields can be edited during this period.
• Some critical mistakes cannot be corrected later.

Hence, the correction window should be used only for genuine errors, not as a workaround for careless mistakes. [turn0search12][turn0search13]

🧠 Summary: Key Mistakes to Avoid

Common Errors

Potential Consequence

Waiting until last day

Website crash, incomplete form

Wrong personal details

Application rejection

Incorrect category selection

Loss of reservation benefits

Uploading poor quality docs

Form invalidation

Not verifying payment

Application not accepted

Not saving confirmation

Future hassles

Following unofficial advice

Mistakes in data entry

Misusing correction window

Cannot fix major errors

📌 Final Takeaway

NEET UG 2026 is a competitive and high‑stakes exam, and careless mistakes at the application stage can cost you your chance to appear for it. Applying early and accurately, following all official instructions, and double‑checking your details ensures a stress‑free registration process and keeps your medical career path on track.

 

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