Controversy Surrounds NEET UG 2026 Amid Allegations of Question Paper Irregularities
NEET 2026 ‘paper leak’: 120 questions from a guess paper, what Rahul Gandhi alleges, what probe says so far | Explained
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The NEET UG 2026 exam is embroiled in controversy due to allegations of a 'guess paper' leak, with over 120 questions reportedly matching the actual exam. This follows a similar scandal in 2024. Investigations are ongoing, and the future of many students hangs in the balance.
- 01Over 120 questions from the NEET UG 2026 exam allegedly matched a circulated 'guess paper'.
- 02The Rajasthan Police's Special Operations Group is investigating the source of the leak.
- 03Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, have criticized the government over repeated examination irregularities.
- 04The NEET exam is crucial for over 22 lakh aspirants vying for limited medical seats in India.
- 05A re-examination may be considered depending on the investigation's findings.
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The NEET UG 2026 examination, a critical entry point for medical aspirants in India, is facing serious allegations of irregularities, particularly concerning a 'guess paper' that reportedly contained over 120 questions similar to those on the actual exam. The Rajasthan Police's Special Operations Group (SOG) is investigating the matter after confirming that a document with approximately 410 questions was circulated among students prior to the exam. This leak is reminiscent of the 2024 NEET UG scandal, which led to nationwide protests and a CBI investigation. With 22.79 lakh students competing for just over 1 lakh MBBS seats, the stakes are high. Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, have publicly condemned the government for its handling of examination integrity, citing a history of 89 paper leaks over the past decade across various competitive exams. The National Testing Agency (NTA), responsible for conducting the exam, has stated that security protocols were in place, including biometric verification and AI-assisted surveillance. The outcome of the ongoing investigation could lead to a re-examination, further complicating the future for countless students.
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The allegations could significantly affect the future of medical aspirants, potentially leading to a re-examination and impacting their admission prospects.
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