CBI Arrests Key Figure in NEET-UG Exam Paper Leak
CBI arrests ‘kingpin’ of NEET-UG paper leak: Chemistry professor PV Kulkarni from Latur who worked with NTA
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested PV Kulkarni, a chemistry professor from Latur, Maharashtra, for his alleged role as the kingpin in the NEET-UG exam paper leak. Kulkarni, who worked with the National Testing Agency (NTA), is accused of dictating exam questions to students during special coaching classes, leading to the cancellation of the exam originally scheduled for May 3, 2026.
- 01PV Kulkarni was arrested in Pune, Maharashtra, where he conducted special coaching classes for students.
- 02The NEET-UG exam, which saw participation from over 22 lakh students, has been rescheduled to June 21, 2026.
- 03Kulkarni allegedly dictated exam questions and answers during coaching sessions, which matched the actual NEET-UG 2026 paper.
- 04The CBI's investigation began after a complaint from the Union Ministry of Education and has led to multiple arrests across various cities.
- 05Seven individuals have been arrested so far, with five already in custody for further interrogation.
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested PV Kulkarni, a chemistry professor from Latur, Maharashtra, in connection with the NEET-UG exam paper leak. The agency identified him as the alleged kingpin of the operation, which involved leaking exam questions to students during special coaching classes held at his residence in Pune. Kulkarni had access to the exam materials through his association with the National Testing Agency (NTA).
The NEET-UG exam, which is one of India's largest medical entrance tests with over 22 lakh students registered, was originally scheduled for May 3, 2026, but has now been canceled and rescheduled for June 21, 2026. CBI officials stated that Kulkarni dictated questions and answers during his classes, which were later found to match the actual exam paper.
The investigation, initiated following a complaint from the Union Ministry of Education, has led to the arrest of seven individuals across various locations, including Jaipur and Gurugram. The CBI is currently conducting a thorough forensic analysis of seized evidence and remains committed to a comprehensive investigation into the matter.
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The cancellation and rescheduling of the NEET-UG exam will affect millions of aspiring medical students across India, delaying their admission processes.
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