How to Fill NCET Application Form 2026: Documents Required, Registration Fees & Complete Process

The NCET 2026 Application Form has been released on the official website, i.e., exams.nta.nic.in/ncet. Candidates interested in pursuing a 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP), such as BSc BEd, BA BEd, or BCom BEd, at Central/State universities and institutions like IITs, NITs, and RIEs, must fill out the NCET 2026 registration form.

Interested applicants are advised to check the NCET 2026 eligibility criteria before filling out the application to ensure a hassle-free admission process. The NCET 2026 application process is long and extensive and includes steps such as creating a registered account, filling in personal and educational details, selecting course details and exam city preferences, uploading the required NCET 2026 documents, and paying the registration fee.

The last date to fill out the NCET 2026 application form is March 10, 2026. To make the registration process easier, candidates can read this SciAstra blog for detailed instructions on how to fill out the NCET 2026 application form.

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NCET 2026 Registration Dates

Since the exam official notification has been released, check out the complete NCET 2026 exam dates from here:

What is NCET 2026 Exam Date?

The NCET 2026 exam notification has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the examination-conducting body, on February 12, 2026. The officials have also announced the NCET 2026 exam date, which is April 17, 2026. The NCET 2026 exam will be conducted online at multiple exam centres across the nation to test candidates’ knowledge in Language, Domain-Specific Subjects, General Test, and Teaching Aptitude through Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

Note: Candidates must note that the NCET 2026 exam dates are tentative and subject to change based on the declaration of the election schedule.

What is the last date to fill NCET 2026 application form?

The last date to fill out the NCET Registration Form 2026 will be March 10 2026. If the exam officials encounter fewer registrations, they might increase the NCET 2026 application deadline. As per the previous year's trends, the application form deadline is extended for 3-5 days. Interested applicants are advised to fill out the form well in advance to have a hassle-free admission process.

Also Read: NCET 2026 Exam Pattern

List of Documents Required for NCET 2026 Registration

To fill out the NCET 2026 application form, applicants need to have the required documents handy to ease the process. Here is the list of documents that are required by the candidates:

1. Class 10 marksheet

2. Class 12 Marksheet

3. Candidate's photograph and signature in the required format.

4. Category Certificate - OBC-NCL, EWS, SC/ST categories.

5. Physical Disability Certificate (if applicable) or Unique Disability Identification (UDID) certificate.

6. Photo Identity Document (ID): Candidates need to upload/ require details of any one of the following:

• Aadhaar ID

• Driving License

• PAN Card

• Passport

• Voter ID

• Net-banking/ debit card/credit card details for fee payment

NCET 2026 Registration form: Document Size and Dimensions

Based on the document requirements, here is a table of the specifications for the photograph, signature, and caste certificate.

How to Fill NCET Application Form 2026

In order to appear for the exam, at first, candidates must fill out the NCET 2026 application form meticulously in order to not lose their candidature at any stage during the admission process. Check out how to fill the NCET 2026 application form, step-by-step process in detail from here:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

At first, candidates are required to visit the official website of NCET exam and check for the registration tab, which will be mentioned in the form of the Navigation Bar. The official website will be required for all the information that one has to check or do right from filling the NCET application form 2026, downloading the admit card, answer key, result, scorecard, cutoff and other details.

Official website link for registration- https://exams.nta.nic.in/ncet/

Step 2: Creation of a  Registered Account

Register for the Online NCET Application Form and note down system generated Application Number. The candidate should supply the required details while filling the Online Application Form and is also required to create a password, choose a security question and enter his/her Answer. After successful submission of the personal details, the application number will be generated, and it will be used to complete the remaining Steps of the Application Form and will also be required for all future reference/ correspondence. For subsequent logins, the candidate will be able to log in directly with the respective system-generated Application Number and created Password.

The candidate needs to use this Enrollment ID along with the password for filling out the further required details, paying the NCET 2026 registration fee and submitting the application.

Step 3: Log in to the Registered Candidate’s Portal

Now, candidates will be required to log in to their registered account using the User ID and Password. It is highly advised to read all the instructions before proceeding to fill out the application form carefully.

Step 4: Fill Personal Details

Enter your personal information accurately, as asked by the exam officials:

• Father’s and Mother’s names

• Gender and nationality

• Category (General/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD)

• Aadhaar number or other valid ID proof

Ensure that all details match your official documents.

Step 5: Enter Academic Details

Provide your academic qualifications, such as:

• Class 10 and Class 12 board details

• Year of passing or appearing

• Subjects studied

• Marks obtained or expected

Candidates appearing for the Class 12 examination must select the “Appearing” option where applicable.

Step 6: Upload Required Documents

Upload scanned copies of the following documents in the prescribed format and size:

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Candidate’s signature

• Category certificate (if applicable)

Make sure the images are clear, readable, and meet the specified dimensions to avoid rejection.

Step 7: Select Exam City Preferences

Choose your preferred NCET 2026 exam centre cities from the available list. Candidates are usually allowed to select multiple preferences. Exam centres are allotted based on availability.

Also Read: NCET 2026 Syllabus

Step 8: Pay the Application Fee

Proceed to pay the NCET 2026 application fee using online payment modes such as:

• Debit card

• Credit card

• Net banking

• UPI

After successful payment, a confirmation message will be displayed on the screen.

Step 9: Review and Submit the Application Form

Before final submission, carefully review all entered details. Make corrections if required. Once satisfied, submit the application form. Note that changes may not be allowed after final submission except during the correction window.

Step 10: Download and Print Confirmation Page

After submission, download the NCET 2026 application confirmation page and take a printout for future reference. Keep a copy of the payment receipt and application form until the admission process is complete.

Following these steps carefully will help candidates complete the NCET 2026 application process smoothly and without errors. If you want, I can also add a documents checklist, image specifications table, or fee details section to complement this guide.

NCET 2026 Registration Fee

Candidates can check out the NCET 2026 Application Fee from below:

Also Read: NCET Registration Fees 2026

NCET Eligibility Criteria 2026

The NCET 2026 eligibility criteria are primarily based on educational qualification, age, and institutions’ specific requirements. It is important for the aspirants to understand that those who have completed or are appearing in Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board are generally eligible to sit for the exam.

• For a candidate to appear in NCET 2026, they must have passed Class 12 or equivalent or be appearing for their Class 12 boards in 2026.

• Also, candidates must have completed their Class 12 from a recognised Central or State Board.

What are the minimum marks or percentage required to appear in NCET 2026?

It is important for aspiring students to note that there is no minimum mark or percentage criterion in the qualifying exam to apply for NCET 2026. However, candidates are advised to check in advance the minimum marks or percentage requirements of the university or institute they want to apply to for admission through NCET 2026.

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