# NEET 2026 Re-Exam: 3.2 Lakh Candidates Rush for Centre Change — Everything You Must Know Right Now

URL: https://technosports.co.in/neet-2026-re-exam-3-2-lakh-candidates-rush/  
Published: 2026-05-28  
Updated: 2026-05-28  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The NEET 2026 controversy just got bigger. After a shocking paper leak forced the cancellation of the May 3 exam, over **3.2 lakh aspirants** have already applied to change their examination centres for the rescheduled re-exam on **June 21, 2026**. And if you’re one of them — or waiting for your fee refund — there’s a hard deadline you simply cannot afford to miss.

The [National Testing Agency (NTA)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Testing_Agency) has been under fire, with the Supreme Court publicly pulling it up over the leak. But amidst all the chaos, NTA has rolled out two key relief measures: **centre change facility** and a **fee refund portal** — both of which are time-sensitive.

## NEET 2026 Re-Exam: Key Dates & Facts

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Re-Exam Date | June 21, 2026 |
| Reason for Re-Exam | Paper leak (May 3 exam cancelled) |
| Candidates Seeking Centre Change | 3.2 Lakh |
| Fee Refund Portal Opened | May 22, 2026 (Friday night) |
| Refund Claim Deadline | May 27, 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Actual Refund Processing | After May 27, 2026 |
| New Registration Fee | None (Free re-exam) |

![NEET](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/nettete-1024x576.avif)

## Fee Structure: What Was Paid?

| Category | Fee Paid |
| --- | --- |
| General | ₹1,700 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,000 |
| NRI Candidates | ₹9,500 |

## How to Claim Your NEET 2026 Fee Refund (3 Simple Steps)

1. Log in to your **NEET UG 2026 registration portal**
2. Click the **refund link**
3. Submit your **bank account details**

That’s it. But remember — the window closes **May 27 at 11:50 PM.** Don’t sleep on this.

## What the Government Said

Education Minister **Dharmendra Pradhan** assured that every effort is being made for a **100% error-free re-examination**, with stringent anti-malpractice measures in place. A senior NTA official confirmed the 3.2 lakh centre-change requests, adding that the refund process began on May 23.

If you’re preparing hard for June 21, check out our [latest NEET 2026 preparation tips and exam updates on TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in) to stay ahead of the curve.

## FAQs

### **Q: Can I still change my NEET 2026 exam centre?**

 The centre-change window has been activated by NTA for rescheduled exam aspirants — log in to the official portal immediately to check if the option is still live.

### **Q: Will I get a full refund for the cancelled NEET May 3 exam?**

  
Yes, NTA has confirmed full fee refunds for all categories, but you must submit your bank details before **May 27, 2026 at 11:50 PM** on the dedicated Fee Refund Portal.