The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a re-examination for the NEET UG 2026, previously held on May 3, which was cancelled due to allegations of a paper leak. Students who took the exam from centres outside India, particularly from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, are now appealing to the NTA and the Indian government to allow them to shift their examination centres to India. They argue that many candidates have returned to their hometowns in India after the initial exam, and retaining overseas centres would impose significant financial burdens due to soaring airfares. This situation has raised humanitarian concerns, particularly for families with multiple children preparing for competitive exams. The NTA has yet to announce the new examination schedule and admit cards, leaving students and parents anxious about the upcoming re-exam.