Teacher Exposes NEET-UG Paper Leak, Leading to Exam Cancellation
How a Sikar teacher blew the lid off NEET-UG paper leak
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A chemistry teacher in Sikar, Rajasthan, uncovered a major paper leak for the NEET-UG 2026 exam after comparing a leaked PDF with actual exam questions. His findings prompted the National Testing Agency to cancel the exam, affecting over 22 lakh students nationwide who had prepared extensively for the test.
- 01The teacher matched questions from a leaked PDF with the actual NEET-UG exam paper, confirming the leak.
- 02He reported the leak to the police but was advised to gather more evidence before filing a complaint.
- 03After compiling evidence, he contacted the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
- 04The NTA canceled the NEET-UG 2026 exam on May 12 due to widespread malpractice allegations.
- 05The scandal has raised concerns about the integrity of Sikar's coaching system, despite its reputation for producing successful students.
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On May 3, 2026, the NEET-UG exam was marred by allegations of cheating when a chemistry teacher in Sikar, Rajasthan, discovered a leaked PDF containing exam questions. After a thorough comparison of the PDF with the actual exam, the teacher confirmed the leak and sought to report it to local authorities. Initially advised to gather more evidence, he spent several days compiling screenshots and detailed comparisons. By May 6, he had alerted the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The NTA subsequently canceled the NEET-UG exam on May 12, impacting over 22 lakh students who had dedicated years to prepare. The teacher expressed concern for the students affected, highlighting the mental and physical toll of their preparation. Despite the scandal, he defended Sikar's educational reputation, asserting that the city's success in NEET exams was due to hard work and strong coaching systems, not cheating. The incident has sparked a broader discussion on the integrity of coaching institutions in India.
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The cancellation of the NEET-UG exam will require students to undergo another year of preparation, affecting their academic timelines and mental health.
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