While filling the NEET 2026 online application, I am facing issues with my APAAR ID data. I am filling in all fields exactly as in APAAR ID, still it shows mismatch errors repeatedly.

Dear student,

Based on the NEET 2026 registration guidelines, APAAR ID (or Aadhaar) data mismatches are common due to strict eKYC verification. If you are filling in details exactly as they appear in your APAAR/ DigiLocker, the error is likely due to a discrepancy between your Aadhaar, Class 10th records, and the live photo/ data being pulled. Here is a step-by-step guide to resolve the APAAR ID mismatch error for NEET 2026:

• Pinpoint the Source of Mismatch: Check for spelling mistakes, if the Date of Birth (DOB) matches exactly your Class 10 marksheet, gender, parents' name, etc. Ensure there are no spelling variations from your original documents. 
• Immediate Fixes: Log in to your DigiLocker and check the "Issued Documents" section to confirm the exact spelling of your name and DOB as stored in the APAAR ID/ABC ID. If APAAR continues to fail, use your Aadhaar card number directly. Ensure your mobile number is linked to it. If you find a discrepancy, update your details at an Aadhaar Kendra immediately to match your school documents. 
• If the issue is specifically "Live Photo and Aadhaar Photo Mismatch", note the application number, download verification certificate, get attestation by a School Principal or Gazetted Officer, and upload the certificate.
• If you are still unable to verify your APAAR ID, the NEET 2026 application allows you to choose alternative identification methods (such as Passport, PAN card, or DigiLocker).
• Contact NTA Helpdesk: Email your issue with a screenshot of the error to the NTA helpline.