NEET UG 2026 Allowed & Banned Items: What to Carry & What Not (NTA Rules)
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NEET UG 2026 Allowed & Barred Items – Complete List (NTA Guidelines)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued strict guidelines regarding items allowed and prohibited inside the NEET UG 2026 examination centre. Candidates must follow these rules carefully, as possession of any banned item can lead to disqualification and legal action.
Items Allowed in NEET UG 2026
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Admit Card | Printed copy with passport photo affixed |
| Passport Size Photo | For attendance sheet |
| Postcard Size Photo | 4"x6" color photo with white background |
| Valid ID Proof | Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving License |
| PwBD Certificate | If applicable |
| Diabetic Items | Fruits (banana/apple), sugar tablets, transparent water bottle (with prior intimation) |
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Barred Items (Strictly Not Allowed)
| Category | Items |
|---|---|
| Stationery & Study Material | Books, notes, printed/written papers, geometry box, pencil box, scale, writing pad, calculator, log table, pen drives, eraser |
| Electronic Devices | Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, earphones, microphones, pagers, smart watches, health bands, electronic pens/scanners |
| Personal Belongings | Wallets, handbags, goggles, caps, belts |
| Accessories | Watches, bracelets, cameras, metallic items, ornaments/jewellery |
| Food Items | Packed food, snacks, drinks, water bottles (except allowed cases) |
| Unfair Means Devices | Hidden microchips, cameras, Bluetooth devices or any cheating tools |
Security & Frisking Guidelines
- All candidates will undergo strict frisking using metal detectors
- Cooperation with staff is mandatory
- Refusal may lead to denial of entry
Guidelines for Religious/Customary Items
- Report at least 2 hours early for proper checking
- Items may be checked thoroughly
- If suspicious, you may be asked to remove them
