NTA Addresses Investigation into NEET UG 2026 Exam Irregularities in Rajasthan
NTA responds after Rajasthan police launch probe into NEET UG ‘guess paper’: ‘Matter under investigation’
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responding to an investigation by the Rajasthan Special Operations Group (SOG) into alleged irregularities in the NEET UG 2026 exam, specifically a 'guess paper' racket. The SOG is examining claims that over 100 questions from the exam matched a leaked set of questions.
- 01The Rajasthan SOG is investigating alleged irregularities linked to the NEET UG 2026 exam.
- 02Over 100 questions reportedly matched a leaked 'guess paper' in Sikar, Rajasthan.
- 03The NTA emphasized the exam's security measures, including GPS-tracked question paper transport.
- 04Investigations are ongoing, but no arrests have been made yet.
- 05NTA has requested patience from candidates and families as the investigation unfolds.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a statement in light of an investigation by the Rajasthan Special Operations Group (SOG) concerning alleged irregularities in the NEET (UG) 2026 examination held on May 3. The SOG is examining a potential 'guess paper' racket in Sikar, where it is claimed that over 100 questions from the actual exam matched a leaked set of questions. The NTA highlighted that the examination was conducted under stringent security protocols, including GPS-tracked transport of question papers and AI-assisted CCTV monitoring in examination halls. Following reports of malpractice received on May 7, the NTA escalated the matter to central agencies for verification on May 8. The SOG, led by Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Vishal Bansal, is investigating the source of the leaked questions, which were reportedly available in the public domain. While initial leads have emerged, no formal charges have been filed, and no arrests have been made as of yet. The NTA has urged candidates and their families to allow the agencies the necessary space to conduct their investigation, assuring that the integrity of genuine candidates will be upheld.
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The investigation may affect the admissions process for students and could lead to changes in how future examinations are conducted.
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