NEET-UG 2026 Exam Cancelled Amid Paper Leak Allegations; Re-Test Scheduled for June
NEET-UG 2026 cancelled amid paper leak allegations, re-exam likely in June
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The National Testing Authority (NTA) has cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 exam held on May 3 due to allegations of a paper leak affecting nearly 23 lakh students. A re-examination is expected in early June, with no additional fees required for candidates.
- 01NEET-UG 2026 exam cancelled due to paper leak allegations.
- 02Re-exam is likely to be conducted in early June 2026.
- 03Students will not incur additional fees for the re-test.
- 04The case has been referred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for further inquiry.
- 05The cancellation is part of NTA's zero tolerance policy towards exam malpractices.
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The National Testing Authority (NTA) has officially cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 exam, which took place on May 3, following serious allegations of a paper leak. Approximately 23 lakh students were affected by this decision. The NTA indicated that a re-examination is likely to be scheduled for early June 2026, ensuring that students will retain their original registration details and examination centers without incurring additional fees. This cancellation marks a significant move, as the NTA aims to uphold the integrity of the national examination system. Previous instances of paper leaks had not led to such drastic actions, with the last cancellation occurring in 2015 during the All India Pre-Medical Test. The current situation arose after a whistleblower reported the circulation of a 'guess paper' containing 410 questions, with 120 of those appearing in the actual exam, raising concerns over organized malpractice. The case has now been referred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a thorough investigation.
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The cancellation and re-test will require students to prepare again, affecting their study schedules and potentially delaying their admissions into medical colleges.
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