NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak: CBI Arrests Two More, Total Arrests Reach 13
NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case: CBI arrests Pune faculty, Latur doctor; total arrests reach 13
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two more individuals in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, increasing the total arrests to 13. The new arrests include a doctor from Latur and a faculty member from Pune. The investigation continues to uncover the conspiracy behind the leak.
- 01Dr. Manoj Shirure facilitated three students in obtaining leaked Chemistry questions.
- 02Tejas Harshadkumar Shah, a faculty member, received leaked Physics questions from another accused.
- 03The CBI has conducted searches at 49 locations and seized incriminating materials.
- 04The NEET-UG 2026 exam was cancelled on May 12 due to the leak allegations.
- 05The re-examination is set for June 21, 2026, with enhanced security measures.
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two additional suspects in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, bringing the total number of arrests to 13. The new arrests include Dr. Manoj Shirure, a doctor from Latur, who allegedly helped three students, including the son of an accused coaching centre owner, access leaked Chemistry questions. Tejas Harshadkumar Shah, a Physics faculty member at the Dr Abhang Prabhu Medical Academy in Pune, was also arrested for obtaining leaked Physics questions. The CBI's ongoing investigation has involved searches at 49 locations across India, resulting in the seizure of incriminating documents, laptops, and mobile phones. The case was initiated on May 12, 2026, following a complaint from the Department of Higher Education, leading to the cancellation of the NEET-UG exam conducted on May 3. A re-examination is scheduled for June 21, 2026, under strict security protocols mandated by the Union Education Ministry.
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