CBI Arrests Two More in NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Investigation
NEET-UG paper leak: CBI arrests two more person, doctor from Latur and coaching faculty from Pune
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two more individuals linked to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, raising the total arrests to 13. The latest arrests include a doctor from Latur and a faculty member from Pune, involved in facilitating access to leaked exam questions.
- 01Dr. Manoj Shirure from Latur helped three students obtain leaked Chemistry questions.
- 02Tejas Harshadkumar Shah, a Physics faculty member from Pune, received leaked Physics questions.
- 03The CBI has conducted searches at 49 locations and seized incriminating evidence.
- 04The NEET-UG 2026 exam was cancelled on May 12 after the leak allegations surfaced.
- 05The re-examination is set for June 21, with increased 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 latest individuals apprehended include Dr. Manoj Shirure, a doctor from Latur, and Tejas Harshadkumar Shah, a faculty member at a Pune coaching institute. Dr. Shirure is accused of facilitating three students, including the son of a coaching centre owner, in accessing leaked Chemistry questions. Shah allegedly obtained leaked Physics questions from another arrested individual. The CBI's ongoing investigation has involved searches at 49 locations, leading to the seizure of incriminating documents, laptops, and mobile phones. The NEET-UG examination, which took place on May 3, 2026, was cancelled on May 12 due to the leak allegations. The re-examination is scheduled for June 21, with enhanced security protocols in place as mandated by the Union Education Ministry.
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