NTA has declared the NEET UG results today on June 16. The NEET 2026 AIR 1 secured the highest score of 715 out of 720 as declared by NTA in the official result. No student achieved a perfect 720/720.
- The NEET AIR top position was jointly secured by Aryan Gupta from Punjab and Panshul Bansal from Haryana.
- A total of 138 candidates scored above 690 marks, while 19 candidates scored more than 700 marks.
- The NEET UG 2026 topper achieved the highest marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology to claim national rank 1 in the medical entrance exam held in May 2026.
- The top 17 candidates, who scored above 705 marks, belong to Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, Tamil Nadu and Telangana.
Among the top 138 candidates, more than 93 per cent appeared for NEET UG for the first time. Around 99 percent of NEET toppers are between 17 and 19 years old and more than 58 percent of qualified candidates are women.
NTA declared the NEET UG 2026 result in June 2026 on its official portal neet.nta.nic.in. Along with the result, NTA published the state-wise topper list covering all 28 states and 8 union territories. This article covers the AIR 1 score, subject-wise marks breakdown, and state toppers for NEET 2026.
NEET UG 2026 Result Statistics
A total of 138 candidates scored above 690, and 1,492 candidates secured 650 marks or higher.
- 19 candidates scored above 700 marks.
- 1,492 candidates scored 650 marks and above.
- 10,160 candidates scored 600 marks and above.
- 90,780 candidates scored 500 marks and above.
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NEET UG 2026 Toppers: State Wise
Qualified candidates have emerged from every one of the 36 States and Union Territories, ranging from over 1.7 lakh in Uttar Pradesh to 43 in Lakshadweep.
NEET State toppers include:
- Jigmet Yangchan Lamo (Ladakh, 530 marks)
- Dhruv Tripathi (Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 606 marks)
- Fahmida Anees (Lakshadweep, 573 marks) and cover every Northeastern state.
- 17 state toppers scored 700 or above; 26 scored above 690.
NTA released the detailed statistics on their “X handle post” which can be checked here.
NEET 2026 AIR 1 Score and Topper Details
The NEET 2026 All India Rank 1 was achieved with a perfect score of 720/720. When multiple students score full marks, NTA’s tie-breaking policy determines the final AIR 1 — the student with higher Biology marks ranks first, followed by Chemistry, then Physics, then the older student.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| NEET 2026 AIR 1 Score | 715 out of 720 |
| NEET UG 2026 Total Marks | 720 |
| Exam Conducted | May 2026 |
| Result Declared | June 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Tie-Breaker Order | Biology > Chemistry > Physics > Age (older student ranks higher) |
| Official Result Portal | neet.nta.nic.in |
NEET 2026 Subject-Wise Marks Breakdown
NEET UG 2026 is divided into Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Biology carries the highest weight with 360 of the total 720 marks. Each correct answer earns 4 marks and each wrong answer deducts 1 mark. Unattempted questions carry no marks.
| Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | AIR 1 Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 | 180/180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 | 180/180 |
| Botany | 45 | 180 | 180/180 |
| Zoology | 45 | 180 | 180/180 |
| Total | 180 | 720 | 720/720 |
Biology performance is also the first criterion in the tie-breaking order. A student scoring higher in Biology ranks ahead of a student with the same total but a lower Biology score, making it the most decisive subject for top rankers.
Score vs Rank: What 700+ Means in NEET 2026
The score-to-rank mapping in NEET 2026 depends on overall student performance and paper difficulty. The expected rank ranges below are based on 2025 trends and are indicative; actual ranks are as per NTA’s official data.
| Score Range (Out of 720) | Expected Rank Range (Based on 2025 Trends) |
|---|---|
| 720 | AIR 1–5 |
| 715–719 | AIR 6–30 |
| 710–714 | AIR 31–100 |
| 700–709 | AIR 101–400 |
| 690–699 | AIR 401–900 |
| 680–689 | AIR 901–1,800 |
| 650–679 | AIR 1,801–6,000 |
Students scoring 650 and above have strong chances at MBBS seats in top government medical colleges. Scores above 700 typically fetch seats at the most sought-after institutions under All India Quota counselling.
NEET 2026 State Toppers List
NTA publishes the state-wise topper list as part of the NEET UG 2026 result. Every state and union territory has a state topper — the student with the highest NEET score from that state. This list is used in state-quota seat allotment discussions. Download the official PDF from neet.nta.nic.in for the complete data including names and roll numbers.
| State / UT | State Topper Score | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Maharashtra | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Tamil Nadu | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Andhra Pradesh | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Uttar Pradesh | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Kerala | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Karnataka | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Delhi | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Gujarat | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| West Bengal | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Madhya Pradesh | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Bihar | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Haryana | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Telangana | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
| Punjab | Available at neet.nta.nic.in | General |
Visit neet.nta.nic.in to download the complete NEET 2026 state toppers list with names, roll numbers and scores for all 28 states and 8 union territories.
How NEET 2026 Toppers Prepared
Students who scored 700+ in NEET 2026 followed a structured plan built around NCERT mastery, consistent revision and timed practice. Here are the key strategies top scorers used:
- NCERT first: Toppers read NCERT Biology, Physics and Chemistry at least three times. Most direct NEET questions are sourced from NCERT line-by-line content.
- Biology gets 50% of study time: With 360 of 720 marks from Biology, toppers devoted half their daily hours to Botany and Zoology.
- Full-length mock tests from October: Timed mocks built speed and accuracy. Reviewing wrong answers was as important as attempting new tests.
- 20 years of previous NEET and AIPMT papers: Solving past papers helped identify high-frequency topics and recurring question patterns.
- Short revision notes: Handwritten notes for diagrams, reactions and formulas enabled fast review in the final weeks.
- Two to three reference books per subject: Toppers avoided switching books and focused on depth over breadth.
NEET 2026 Topper Marks FAQs
Ques. What was the NEET 2026 AIR 1 score?
Ans. The NEET 2026 AIR 1 was achieved with a perfect score of 720 out of 720. When multiple students score 720, NTA applies its tie-breaking policy using subject-wise marks to assign the final rank 1.
Ques. What is the total marks in NEET UG 2026?
Ans. The total marks in NEET UG 2026 is 720 — 180 for Physics, 180 for Chemistry and 360 for Biology (Botany and Zoology combined).
Ques. How does NTA resolve a tie in NEET 2026?
Ans. NTA compares Biology marks first. If tied, Chemistry marks are compared, then Physics, and finally the older student ranks higher.
Ques. Where can I find the NEET 2026 state toppers list?
Ans. The official NEET 2026 state toppers list is published on neet.nta.nic.in alongside the result. Download the merit list PDF to find state-wise topper names, roll numbers and scores.
Ques. What rank can I expect with 700 marks in NEET 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, a score of 700–709 in NEET 2026 is expected to correspond to AIR 101–400. The actual rank depends on overall student performance and the final NTA answer key.
Ques. Which subject matters most for a top rank in NEET 2026?
Ans. Biology matters most. It carries 360 of 720 marks and is the first criterion in NTA’s tie-breaking policy. Toppers typically score full or near-full marks in Biology to secure ranks in the top 10.
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