NEET UG 2025: NTA announces new mandatory registration norm for candidates

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has urged candidates planning to apply for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)-UG 2025 to update their Aadhaar credentials in accordance with their 10th-grade mark sheet or passing certificate. It is also essential for candidates to link their Aadhaar with a valid mobile number to facilitate OTP-based authentication.

In an official announcement, the NTA emphasized the importance of having updated Aadhaar information to streamline the verification and registration processes, ultimately enhancing the integrity of the examination.

The NTA's notice highlighted that Aadhaar-based authentication for NEET UG 2025 candidates is mandatory, following guidelines from the Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education. This requirement aims to ensure the integration of the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR ID) with NEET UG 2025.

Candidates should ensure that their Aadhaar details, particularly their name and date of birth, match those on their matriculation certificate. Additionally, they should verify that their facial recognition data is up to date to ensure an optimal experience during the registration and verification processes.

Aspirants can update their Aadhar card with their matriculation certificate at the nearest Aadhar Enrollment/Update Centre.

The NTA notification also included why Aadhar linking is important 

Simplified Application Process: Using Aadhar card helps in auto-populating details resulting in the eradication of manual errors during submission of the application form.

Enhanced Examination Efficiency: With advanced Aadhar-based technologies like the Face Authentication Method candidates can benefit from faster identity verification tools.

Faster Attendance Verification: Facial recognition enables quicker and more accurate identity verification which will ensure smooth entry to the examination hall.

Welfare of Candidates: Aadhar authentication makes processes simplified and ensures identification of candidates uniquely, as well as safeguards their interests throughout the examination lifecycle.

Candidates are advised to keep an eye out for further announcements as registration for NEET UG 2025 on the official website of NTA.