NTA NCET 2026 registration begins at nta.ac.in: Check direct link to apply and key dates here

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the registration process for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026. The exam is being conducted for admission to the four-year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) for the academic session 2026-27.

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official NTA website at nta.ac.in.

About NCET 2026

The NCET 2026 is being held for admission to the four-year Integrated Teacher Education Programme, which is offered by selected central and state universities, including Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Regional Institutes of Education (RIEs), and government colleges.

The programme is a dual major course, where the first major is Education and the second major is a school-specific subject.

NCET 2026 registration dates

As per the official notice, the important dates are as follows:

Online submission of application form:

• February 12, 2026 to March 10, 2026 (up to 11:50 pm)

Last date for successful transaction of fee (through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking or UPI):

• March 11, 2026 (up to 11:50 pm)

Correction window for application form:

• March 12 to March 14, 2026

Announcement of city of examination, and downloading of admit card:

• To be announced later on the website

Date of examination:

• April 17, 2026 (Friday)

Display of recorded responses and answer keys; declaration of result:

• To be announced later on the website

NCET 2026 exam details

• The NCET 2026 will be conducted in 13 languages
• The exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode
• The duration of the examination will be three hours

How to apply for NCET 2026

Candidates can follow the steps below to apply:

1. Visit the official website nta.ac.in
2. Click on the NCET 2026 registration link
3. Register using a valid email address and mobile number
4. Fill in the application form carefully
5. Upload the required documents
6. Pay the application fee online
7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page

Direct link here.

Important instructions for candidates:

• Candidates must apply only through online mode
• Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted
• Each candidate can submit only one application form
• All details filled in the form must be correct, as they will be verified later
• Candidates must ensure that their email address and mobile number remain active, as all communication from NTA will be sent through these details

Counselling and admission

Candidates who qualify in NCET 2026 will take part in the counselling and admission process conducted by the respective participating universities and institutions. The counselling schedule will be announced separately by the institutions.

Official websites and helpdesk

For more information and updates, candidates should visit: nta.ac.in, ncet.nta.ac.in

In case of any difficulty while filling the application form, candidates can contact the NTA helpdesk at 011-40759000 or write through the official contact details available on the website.

Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid last minute issues.
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