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"Modi govt playing with lives of 22-23 lakh students": AAP slams Centre over NEET paper leak

The NEET-UG 2026 exam will be re-conducted on June 21 due to a paper leak. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured students that malpractice will not recur. Reforms are planned, including shifting to Computer-Based Test mode next year. Fees for the upcoming exam will be waived. Students can choose their…

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NEET exam will be computer-based from next year: Check all changes education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, announced to stop paper leaks and malpractices

Amidst the NEET paper leak controversy, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced significant reforms, including a shift to a computer-based format for the NEET exam from next year. The NTA will refund fees for affected candidates and provide an additional 15 minutes for the re-exam, with admit cards for the…

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NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan vows strict CBI action and makes big change for next year

NEET examination will move to a computer-based format next year. This change follows a significant paper leak controversy. The Central Bureau of Investigation is conducting a deep investigation into the leak. Affected candidates will receive refunds for examination fees. The National Testing Agency will not charge additional fees for re-examinations.…

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NEET paper leak: Plea in SC seeks NTA revamp or replacement, interim monitoring panel

A medical body has urged the Supreme Court to overhaul the National Testing Agency (NTA) due to recurring NEET-UG paper leaks, calling it a "direct assault" on students' fundamental rights. The plea seeks a robust, autonomous system and a high-powered committee to ensure exam integrity, highlighting systemic failures and outdated…

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Behind NEET’s cancelled exam are 22 lakh students – and a report barely anyone read

On May 12, the National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled NEET-UG 2026 over a paper leak, shattering the aspirations of around 22 lakh students who had appeared for the country’s most consequential medical entrance exam just nine days earlier.

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NEET-UG paper leak: CBI arrests 5; conducts multiple searches across country

The CBI has arrested five individuals in connection with the NEET UG paper leak. Searches are underway across the country as the agency intensifies its investigation. Digital devices have been seized for forensic analysis. The CBI is coordinating with Rajasthan Police and visited the NTA headquarters for documents. The NEET…

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NEET-UG row: SFI holds protests across Kerala

The NEET-UG examination and its cancellation prompted the Students Federation of India (SFI) activists to continue their protests across Kerala. Protestors raised slogans against the Centre and National Testing Agency (NTA), brought down barriers in many places and on Tuesday barged into the office of the Principal Accountant General in…

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Medical body moves SC after NEET-UG 2026 cancellation, seeks NTA chief’s resignation

The Federation of All India Medical Association has filed a Public Interest Litigation in the Supreme Court concerning the NEET-UG 2026 exam controversy. The organization stated the National Testing Agency has repeatedly failed in its duties. The Chief Patron demanded the NTA director step down taking moral responsibility for the…

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NEET-UG 2026 paper leak probe handed to CBI, 'guess paper' sold for up to Rs 25 lakh: Report

The CBI is now investigating the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Rajasthan Police previously claimed a "paper leak mafia" sold leaked questions. The network allegedly spanned multiple states. The CBI has registered a case and is questioning suspects. Investigators found matches between a "guess paper" and the actual exam questions.

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NEET-UG 2026 paper leak shocker: Most key reforms suggested by Radhakrishnan panel to fix NTA still not implemented

NEET-UG 2026 paper leak: Despite recommendations from the K Radhakrishnan Committee following the 2024 NEET-UG crisis, the National Testing Agency (NTA) faces renewed scrutiny over alleged paper leaks for NEET-UG 2026. Basic security measures like functional CCTV surveillance remain a challenge, raising concerns about the implementation of proposed reforms.

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We take responsibility; process to hold NEET-UG re-exam to begin in 7-10 days: NTA DG Abhishek Singh

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET UG 2026 exam due to paper leak allegations. NTA Director General Abhishek Singh took responsibility, stating a re-examination schedule will be announced within seven to 10 days. No extra fees will be charged, and prior fees will be refunded.

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‘No re-registration, no fresh fee’: Govt assures NEET-UG 2026 re-test after probe into alleged leak

NEET-UG 2026 has been cancelled following paper leak allegations. Gujarat minister Praful Pansheriya assured students no new registration or fees are required for the rescheduled exam. The Centre has ordered a CBI probe into the irregularities. This marks the second consecutive year of NEET disruptions. The NTA aims to restore…

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NEET (UG) 2026: CBI registers FIR into alleged paper leak

The CBI has registered an FIR concerning the alleged paper leak of the NEET (UG) 2026 examination held on May 3. The National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the exam after allegations of malpractice surfaced, with the government referring the matter for a comprehensive inquiry. The NTA confirmed the cancellation and…

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Why was NEET 2026 exam cancelled? Full timeline of leak, 'guess paper' controversy, Rajasthan-Uttarakhand link & what we know so far

NEET 2026 exam cancelled: The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 has triggered a nationwide controversy after investigators uncovered alleged large-scale circulation of a “guess paper” that reportedly overlapped significantly with the actual May 3 examination. Following inputs from multiple states, especially Rajasthan and Uttarakhand, and findings shared by law enforcement agencies,…

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Why NEET UG 2026 has been cancelled

The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday, May 12 announced the cancellation of the NEET (UG) 2026 examination held on May 3, following allegations of a question paper leak. The exam will be reconducted on a later date, the agency said in a press release.

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FAIMA demands time-bound probe, strict accountability in NEET paper 'leak'

The Federation of All India Medical Association demands a swift investigation into the NEET-UG exam paper leak. They seek accountability for those responsible for the cancellation. This incident has deeply affected lakhs of aspirants. FAIMA emphasizes the need for transparency and fairness in medical education.

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NEET Exam Cancellation 2026: Arwind Kejriwal urges NEET aspirants to agitate, alleges 'political patronage' in paper leak

NEET Exam Cancellation 2026: As a response to the NEET exam cancellation, Arvind Kejriwal is encouraging students to protest against what he sees as governmental negligence. He claims that collusion and favoritism have led to paper leaks, suggesting that the only language this administration understands is one of rally and…

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NSUI protests after NTA cancels NEET-UG 2026 over paper leak

Students protested outside Shastri Bhawan over the NEET-UG paper leak. The National Testing Agency cancelled the exam. This decision confirms widespread irregularities. The NSUI hailed it as a victory for student power. They demanded the Education Minister's resignation and a ban on the NTA.

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NEET Exam cancelled: Rahul Gandhi says Modi's 'Amrit Kaal is now Vish Kaal for the country'

The NEET UG 2026 exam, attended by over 22 lakh students, has been cancelled by the Central government due to paper leak allegations. The National Testing Agency announced the re-examination, with dates to be confirmed. The CBI will investigate the irregularities. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the government, citing corruption…

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NEET UG 2026 Cancelled: NTA Announces Re-Exam After Question Paper Leak Allegations

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced that the NEET (UG) 2026 examination conducted on 3 May 2026 will not stand and will be conducted again on fresh dates to be notified later. The decision comes after reports of alleged question paper leaks and irregularities surfaced across multiple states,…

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NTA NEET UG 2026 Cancelled: Will new admit cards be issued? When will the new exam date be announced? Important FAQs answered

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially cancelled the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 due to alleged paper leaks. A fresh re-examination will be conducted on new dates, with existing registrations and preferences remaining valid. The government has ordered a CBI inquiry into the matter.

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CUET UG 2026 cancelled after NEET row? Here’s what NTA said and what we know so far

After NTA cancelled NEET UG 2026 following alleged exam irregularities, rumours quickly spread online about whether CUET UG 2026 could also face cancellation. But as of now, there has been no official announcement about CUET UG 2026 being cancelled.

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NEET-UG cancelled due to paper leak: How a PG in Rajasthan created a mess for 22 lakh medical students

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 exam, conducted on May 3, due to alleged paper leaks. The CBI will investigate the matter, with preliminary findings suggesting a question set circulated 15 days to a month prior. The NTA stated the decision was made to uphold…

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