NTA NCET 2026 Admissions – Apply Online Form

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official Information Bulletin for National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026 for admission to the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP). Eligible candidates can submit the online application form through the official NCET portal.

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📌 NCET 2026 – Overview

Exam Authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name	National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026
Course Offered	4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP)
Academic Session	2026-27
Exam Mode	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Official Website	exams.nta.nic.in/NCET/

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📅 Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start	12 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	10 March 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	11 March 2026
Correction Window	12 – 14 March 2026
Exam City Intimation	To be announced
Admit Card Release	To be announced
Exam Date	17 April 2026 (Friday)
Result Declaration	To be announced

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💰 Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General (UR)	₹ 1200
OBC-NCL / EWS	₹ 1000
SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender	₹ 650

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🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit	No Age Limit
Educational Qualification	Passed / Appearing Class 12 (10+2) or Equivalent
Qualifying Exams	Recognized Board / Equivalent Qualification

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🧠 NCET 2026 Exam Pattern

Exam Mode	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions	181 Questions
Questions to Attempt	160 Questions
Duration	180 Minutes
Sections	Language Test, Teaching Aptitude, General Test, Domain Subjects

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🌐 Participating Institutions

NCET scores are accepted for admission into Central/State Universities/Institutions including IITs, NITs, RIEs & Government Colleges (Institute lost Mentioned in Notification across Page no. 18).

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📝 How to Apply Online

Step 1	Visit https://exams.nta.nic.in/NCET/
Step 2	Complete New Candidate Registration
Step 3	Fill the Online Application Form
Step 4	Upload Photograph & Signature (JPG/JPEG)
Step 5	Upload Required Documents (if applicable)
Step 6	Pay Application Fee Online
Step 7	Download Confirmation Page

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📢 Important Instructions

• Application must be submitted online mode only.
• Multiple applications may lead to cancellation.
• Keep scanned documents ready before applying.
• Verify details carefully before final submission.

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🔗 Important Links

Apply Online	Click to Apply
Official Information Bulletin	Download PDF
NTA Official Website	nta.ac.in

📝 Note: Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete Information Bulletin before applying.

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❓ FAQs – NTA NCET 2026 Admissions

Q1. What is NCET 2026?

NCET (National Common Entrance Test) is conducted by NTA for admission to the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP).

Q2. Who can apply for NCET 2026?

Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 (10+2) from a recognized board are eligible.

Q3. Is there any age limit for NCET?

No, there is no age limit for NCET 2026 admissions.

Q4. What is the NCET 2026 exam date?

The NCET 2026 exam is scheduled for 17 April 2026.

Q5. How many questions are there in NCET?

The paper contains 181 questions, out of which candidates must attempt 160 questions.

Q6. What is the NCET application fee?

The fee varies by category: ₹1200 (General), ₹1000 (OBC/EWS), ₹650 (SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender).

Q7. Which courses accept NCET scores?

NCET scores are accepted for admission to the 4-Year ITEP Programme offered by participating universities.

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