New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the scribe registration facility for NEET UG 2026, providing crucial support to candidates belonging to the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) categories.

This initiative aims to ensure a fair and accessible examination process for all eligible candidates appearing in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026, conducted for admission to MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical courses across India.

📌 What is the scribe facility?

The scribe facility allows eligible candidates to take the exam with the assistance of a writer (scribe), who helps in writing answers during the test. This support is provided to candidates who face difficulty in writing due to physical limitations or specified disabilities.

✅ Who can apply?

Candidates eligible for the scribe facility include:

• Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
• Candidates with specific medical conditions affecting writing ability

Applicants must have valid medical certification as per NTA guidelines to avail of this facility.

📝 How to register for a scribe

Eligible candidates can apply for the scribe facility by:

1. Logging in to the NEET UG 2026 portal
2. Entering application number and password
3. Selecting the scribe option in the application dashboard
4. Uploading required medical documents and details
5. Submitting the request within the specified deadline

📅 Important points to note

• Scribe requests must be submitted before the deadline announced by NTA
• Candidates may be required to bring supporting documents on exam day
• NTA may either allow candidates to arrange their own scribe or provide one as per rules
• Additional compensatory time may be provided to eligible candidates

🎓 About NEET UG

NEET UG is the single national-level entrance examination for admission to undergraduate medical courses such as:

• MBBS
• BDS
• AYUSH courses

It is conducted in pen-and-paper mode across multiple exam centres in India.

⚠️ Guidelines for candidates

• Carefully read eligibility rules for scribe assistance
• Ensure all documents are valid and up to date
• Keep checking the official website for further updates
• Follow all exam-day instructions strictly

📊 Key Highlights

• Exam: NEET UG 2026
• Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
• Update: Scribe registration started
• Eligible candidates: PwD and PwBD categories

🗣️ Final Note

The opening of the scribe registration window reflects NTA’s continued efforts to make national-level exams more inclusive and accessible. Eligible candidates are advised to complete the process on time to avoid any inconvenience during the examination.