As preparations continue for the NEET UG 2026 re-test scheduled on June 21, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has launched an official WhatsApp communication channel to provide candidates with important examination-related updates. At the same time, the agency has cautioned students about misleading messages, fake emails, and fraudulent communications being circulated in the name of the examination.

The updates were announced through the NTA's official social media platforms as part of an awareness initiative aimed at ensuring candidates receive accurate information from trusted sources.

Official WhatsApp Notifications for Candidates

Students appearing for the re-examination will now be able to receive key information, including details related to examination centres and other important announcements, through the agency's verified WhatsApp account.

The NTA has advised candidates to carefully verify the authenticity of any message claiming to be from the agency. Genuine WhatsApp communications will originate only from the verified NTA account linked to the number +91 78279 80287 and will display the official agency name along with the verification badge.

The agency emphasized that any WhatsApp profile using the NTA name without verified status should be treated with suspicion. It also clarified that the WhatsApp channel is intended solely for one-way official notifications and that candidates will never be asked to share personal information, passwords, OTPs, or make payments through the platform.

Advisory on SMS, Emails, and Admit Cards

In addition to WhatsApp notifications, the NTA is sending reminders through SMS and email to help candidates access their admit cards for the upcoming re-test.

According to the agency, authentic SMS communications will be sent only through the sender ID NICPEP, while official emails will originate exclusively from no-reply.neet.nta@nic.in. Candidates have also been reminded that the only authorised NEET website is neet.nta.nic.in.

To avoid falling victim to phishing attempts, students are encouraged to enter the website address manually in their browser rather than clicking on links received through forwarded messages or social media.

The NTA further noted that admit cards issued for the May 3 examination cannot be used for the June 21 re-test, making it necessary for candidates to download the latest version.

How to Identify Fraudulent Communication

The agency highlighted several common signs of scams and misinformation. It stated that it does not request money from candidates, distribute examination papers or answer keys, or provide any so-called leaked study material. Similarly, admit cards are never shared through unofficial links.

Candidates who encounter suspicious messages or potential scams have been advised to avoid interacting with the content and report such incidents through the official NEET grievance mechanism, the National Cyber Crime Portal, or by contacting the cybercrime helpline at 1930.

With the re-examination approaching, the NTA has urged students to depend only on verified communication channels and disregard unconfirmed information circulating across social media platforms and messaging services.