The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched an investigation into a conspiracy involving the leak of the NEET UG 2026 question paper, impacting 23 lakh students preparing for the exam. The investigation began after the arrest of five individuals, including Yash Yadav and Mangilal Khatik, who allegedly conspired to sell leaked question papers for ₹10-12 lakhs. The CBI's focus is on identifying officials from the National Testing Agency (NTA) and other departments involved in this breach. Evidence suggests that Yadav communicated via Telegram, offering PDFs of leaked Physics, Chemistry, and Biology papers. The inquiry has revealed that these papers were intended to help students secure admissions into prestigious medical colleges. The CBI has recovered incriminating evidence, including chats and documents related to the conspiracy, indicating a broader network of candidates and their families involved in the scheme. This investigation aims to prevent further incidents of similar nature in the future.