
The NTA on Tuesday cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 exam held on May 3 amid allegations of paper leak, with the government asking the CBI to carry out a comprehensive inquiry into the "irregularities". The examination for students seeking admission to undergraduate courses in medical colleges will now be held afresh on dates to be notified separately.
Many countries have their own versions of NEET exam for medical studies. Aspiring doctors worldwide face rigorous examinations to enter the medical profession. These tests are designed to select the most capable individuals for a career dedicated to saving lives. And like NEET, there have been controversies around the world too.