NTA asks NEET UG 2025 aspirants to use APAAR ID, update Aadhar details for registration

NEW DELHI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has asked the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2025 aspirants to use their APAAR ID and Aadhaar-based authentication during the NEET UG registration 2025. NTA will announce the NEET 2025 application form date soon on the official website, neet.nta.nic.in.

The testing agency advised NEET 2025 candidates to update their credentials in Aadhar, as per their Class 10 marksheet or passing certificate. Students have also been asked to ensure their Aadhaar is linked with a valid phone number for OTP-based verification.

“As per instructions issued by Dept of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, integration of APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) with NEET (UG)-2025 is to be ensured. To support this objective, candidates are encouraged to use their APAAR ID as well as Aadhaar-based authentication during the application and examination process. Updated credentials are highly recommended for ease of verification, registration process and to enhance the integrity of the examination process,” said NTA in an official notification.

NEET UG 2025: Why Aadhar is important

NTA explained why Aadhar is important in the following ways:

• Simplified Application Process: Using Aadhaar helps in auto-populating details, reducing manual errors during application submission.
• Enhanced Examination Efficiency: With advancements in Aadhaar-based technology, such as the Face Authentication Method introduced by UIDAI, candidates can now benefit from faster identity verification tools.
• Faster Attendance Verification: Facial recognition enables quicker and more accurate identity verification, ensuring smooth entry into the exam hall.
• Welfare of Candidates: Aadhaar authentication simplifies processes and ensures candidates are uniquely identified, safeguarding their interests throughout the examination lifecycle.
• What Candidates Should Do: Aspirants are advised to ensure that their Aadhaar details, especially their name and date of birth as per 10th passing certificate, including facial recognition data, are up to date for an optimal experience during registration process and verification processes. This can be done at the nearest Aadhaar Enrollment/Update Center.