If you’re a NEET UG 2026 aspirant assigned to an exam centre in Prayagraj, this is important news for you. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has revised the examination venue for candidates who were allotted the Harivansh Rai Bachchan Cultural Centre, University of Allahabad – just days before the exam scheduled on 21 June 2026. Updated Admit Cards reflecting the new centre are now live on the official NTA portal.
What Triggered the Centre Change?
The venue shift was not arbitrary. In its official notice dated 18 June 2026, NTA stated that the District Administration of Prayagraj flagged two major problems at the original centre:
- Active construction work at or near the premises
- Unavailability of electricity at the venue
Either of these issues alone would have been sufficient to compromise the fair and uninterrupted conduct of a high-stakes national exam. Following inputs from the District Level Committee, NTA acted swiftly and relocated the centre to an alternate venue within the same university campus.
New vs Old Centre at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam | NEET UG 2026 |
| Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Affected City | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh |
| Previous Venue | Harivansh Rai Bachchan Cultural Centre, University of Allahabad, Near Indian Press Chauraha, Opp. Chandrashekhar Azad Park Gate No. 3, Prayagraj – 211002 |
| New Venue | Department of Medieval and Modern History, Senate House Campus, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj – 211002 |
| Reason | Construction activity + no electricity at old venue |
| Notice Issued On | 18 June 2026 |
The good news: both locations are within the University of Allahabad campus, so candidates don’t need to travel to a completely different part of the city. That said, do verify the exact location of the Department of Medieval and Modern History building within the Senate House Campus beforehand.
Revised Admit Cards: Download Immediately
NTA has issued fresh Admit Cards to all affected candidates, updated with the new venue details. Here’s how to get yours:
- Visit https://neet.nta.nic.in
- Log in using your registered credentials
- Check if a new Admit Card has been generated for you
- If it shows the Department of Medieval and Modern History as your centre you are affected and must report to the new venue
If your Admit Card still shows the original centre unchanged, you are not affected and need not do anything.Important: Even if you haven’t downloaded the revised Admit Card, NTA has clarified that candidates carrying the old Admit Card (showing the Harivansh Rai Bachchan Cultural Centre) will also be permitted entry at the new venue, subject to verification. However, carrying the revised card is always preferable.
Exam Day Checklist for Affected Candidates
- Download the revised Admit Card from neet.nta.nic.in without delay
- Note the full address: Department of Medieval and Modern History, Senate House Campus, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj – 211002
- If possible, do a quick recce of the new building location before exam day
- Carry a valid photo ID along with your Admit Card
- Arrive well before the gate-closing time mentioned on the card
Need Help? Contact NTA Directly
Facing a login issue or can’t access the new Admit Card? Reach out to NTA:
- Helpline: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
- Email: neetug2026@nta.ac.in
