Allegations surrounding the NEET-UG 2026 examination have brought past controversies into focus, particularly concerning the integrity of medical entrance exams in India. The Rajasthan Police Special Operations Group is investigating claims that a 'guess paper' matched questions in the actual exam. This scrutiny follows a history of scandals, including the 2013 Vyapam scam in Madhya Pradesh, which revealed a vast network of impersonators and corrupt officials involved in rigging medical entrance tests. In 2016, allegations of a leak during the NEET-II examination led to petitions for a retest, although authorities denied any wrongdoing. Between 2020 and 2021, several states reported impersonation and cheating networks during NEET exams, exposing vulnerabilities in the examination process. The 2024 NEET-UG scandal saw the recovery of burnt question papers and a nationwide investigation, resulting in multiple arrests and a Supreme Court inquiry. Despite the National Testing Agency's (NTA) assurances of secure exam conduct, the NEET-UG 2024 results raised suspicions due to unusually high scores. As the investigation into NEET-UG 2026 unfolds, there are renewed calls for reforms in examination protocols to ensure fairness and integrity in competitive assessments across India.