NEET 2026: Candidates to Adhere to Strict Dress Code and Prohibited Items Guidelines The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued detailed instructions for candidates appearing in the National Eligibility Entrance Test (UG) 2026, scheduled for May 3, 2026, emphasizing compliance with a strict dress code and a comprehensive list of barred items. The exam, conducted in Pen and Paper mode across 552 cities in India and 14 international locations, will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the specified date. Candidates are required to undergo mandatory frisking at examination centers using advanced metal detectors to ensure no prohibited items are brought into the exam hall. The NTA has outlined specific categories of items that are strictly forbidden, including textual materials such as printed or handwritten notes, geometry boxes, calculators, pens, scales, and electronic devices like pen drives or Bluetooth-enabled gadgets. Communication devices like mobile phones, earphones, and health bands are also prohibited. Other restricted items include wallets, handbags, belts, caps, watches, cameras, and any metallic or ornamental objects. Food items, whether opened or packed, and water bottles are not allowed. Additionally, any item that could conceal communication devices, such as microchips or hidden cameras, is considered a violation. The NTA has clarified that no storage facilities will be provided at examination centers for personal belongings, and candidates must arrive with only permitted items. Religious or cultural attire is permitted but requires special attention. Candidates wearing such items must report to the examination center at least two hours before the last reporting time to allow sufficient time for frisking without causing inconvenience.#nta #national_eligibility_entrance_test #ug_2026 #pen_and_paper_mode #metal_detectors
