NTA launches official WhatsApp alerts for NEET 2026 re-exam candidates
New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has launched an official WhatsApp notification service for candidates appearing in the NEET UG re-exam 2026, to be held on June 21.
As part of its awareness campaign ahead of the re-examination, these announcements were made via two posts on the agency's official X account as well as a notice on its official website.
"The National Testing Agency (NTA) will send examination updates and centre information directly to candidates via WhatsApp for the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination on Sunday, 21 June 2026. This initiative is intended to make essential information reach candidates directly and reduce avoidable confusion," the notice read.
How to recognise NTA's official WhatsApp:
Updates will be sent only from NTA's verified WhatsApp account: +91 7827980287. Look for the blue verified tick and the official display name "National Testing Agency." A number without the blue tick is not NTA, even if it uses our name.
This is a broadcast-only channel. NTA uses it to send information to you. We will never ask you to reply, to share personal details or OTPs, or to make any payment. If any "NTA" message asks you to do these things, it is fraudulent.
Admit cards:
A fresh admit card has been issued for the 21 June examination. The admit card for the 3 May examination is no longer valid.
Download your admit card only from the official website. Open your browser and type the address yourself. Do not rely on links forwarded by anyone.
Safety advisory:
NTA never asks for payment through links or QR codes, and never sends exam papers, answer keys, or "leaked" material through any channel.
Be alert to fraudulent calls, messages, and emails.
How to report:
To report a suspicious or fraudulent message claiming to be from NTA go to the mentioned website.
If you have already lost money to a scam, call the national cybercrime helpline 1930 or report at the website immediately.
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