IAF to Securely Transport NEET-UG Retest Papers to 18 Locations
IAF to airlift NEET-UG retest papers to 18 exam centres
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The Indian Air Force will airlift confidential question papers for the NEET-UG 2026 retest to 18 locations across India, ensuring tight security measures to prevent leaks following the cancellation of the previous exam due to allegations of a paper leak.
- 01The NEET-UG retest is scheduled for June 21, 2026, following a previous exam cancellation on May 3 due to a paper leak.
- 02The Indian Air Force will use transport aircraft and Mi-17 helicopters for the secure transport of question papers.
- 03Strict isolation measures are in place for paper setters, moderators, and translators to prevent leaks.
- 04Security agencies and civil authorities will coordinate closely during the operation to maintain security.
- 05Military personnel will be on standby to assist during the examination process.
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to airlift confidential question paper packets for the NEET-UG 2026 retest to 18 locations across India, as confirmed by sources from the Education Ministry. This operation is part of extensive security measures implemented after the cancellation of the NEET-UG examination held on May 3, which was scrapped due to allegations of a paper leak. The examination was subsequently handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for further investigation. To prevent any potential leaks, paper setters, moderators, and translators are currently isolated at a secure, undisclosed location until the examination concludes. The IAF will deploy a mix of transport aircraft and Mi-17 helicopters, particularly in areas where rapid transport is crucial. The question papers will be moved from designated distribution points to examination centres under stringent security protocols. Coordination among security agencies, civil authorities, and defense establishments is essential for the operation's success, with military personnel ready to provide additional support as needed during the examination.
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The security measures aim to ensure a fair and leak-free examination process, impacting students nationwide preparing for the NEET-UG retest.
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