NEET UG 2026 Re-Examination Scheduled in Riyadh for Students in Saudi Arabia
Important Announcement for NEET UG 2026 Candidates
NEET UG 2026: A significant update has been issued for students preparing for the medical entrance examination while living in Saudi Arabia. The NEET UG 2026 re-examination will take place not only in India but also in Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia. The Indian Embassy has released the exam schedule along with essential instructions to facilitate a smooth examination process for candidates.
The re-examination is set for June 21, 2026, and will be conducted in an offline (pen-and-paper) format. Candidates are urged to arrive at the examination venue ahead of the scheduled time, bring their admit cards and identification documents, and follow the specified dress code. Officials have emphasized that security checks and verification will be stringent; thus, candidates who do not comply with the regulations may encounter issues entering the exam venue.
Exam Venue in Riyadh
The Boys' Section of the International Indian School Riyadh (IISR) has been designated as the examination center for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination in Riyadh. This center is situated on Al Hasan Ibn Ali Street, Exit-24, in the Rawdah district. Indian students residing in Riyadh and nearby areas will be required to take the exam at this location.
Exam Schedule and Reporting Instructions
The NEET UG 2026 re-examination will start at 11:30 AM (local Saudi time) and will end at 2:45 PM. To assist candidates, the main entrance of the examination center will open at 8:30 AM. The Embassy and school administration recommend that candidates arrive by 10:30 AM to complete the document verification and security checks promptly. The entrance gate will close at 11:00 AM, and latecomers will not be allowed entry into the examination center.
Key Details
Date of Examination: 21 June 2026 (Sunday)
Exam Timing: 11:30 AM to 2:45 PM (Saudi Time)
Entry Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM (Saudi Time)
Exam Centre: International Indian School Riyadh (IISR), Boys' Section
Location: Al Hasan Ibn Ali Street, Exit-24, Rawdah, Riyadh
Reporting Time: Candidates are advised to arrive before 10:30 AM
Gate Closing Time: 11:00 AM
Mode of Examination: Pen and Paper (Offline)