NEET Exam Cancelled Amid Major Question Paper Leak Scandal
95-100% Accuracy In 'Guess Paper' Questions Compared To NEET Paper: Sources
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) after a significant question paper leak was discovered, with sources indicating that 'guess papers' matched the actual exam questions by 95-100%. The exam will be reconducted at a later date as investigations continue.
- 01NTA cancelled the NEET exam due to a major question paper leak.
- 02Guess papers were reportedly 95-100% accurate compared to actual exam questions.
- 03The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched an investigation into the leak.
- 0423 lakh candidates had registered for the NEET exam conducted on May 3, 2026.
- 05No additional fees will be charged for candidates re-registering for the new exam.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) following revelations that a 'guess paper' had a 95-100% accuracy rate compared to the actual exam questions in biology and chemistry. Investigations revealed that all 90 questions in the biology section matched the leaked material, while 35 out of 45 questions in chemistry were identical. The NTA announced that the exam, initially held on May 3, 2026, will be reconducted at a later date, with 23 lakh candidates registered across 551 cities in India and 14 cities abroad. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has initiated a probe into the matter, as allegations of malpractice have surfaced. Congress leader Sachin Pilot criticized the government's handling of the situation, questioning the effectiveness of previous inquiries into similar issues. The NTA has stated that no new registrations or fees will be required for the reexamination, and further details will be communicated through official channels.
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The cancellation of the NEET exam will affect millions of aspiring medical students who were preparing for the test, causing delays in their educational plans.
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