The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested PV Kulkarni, a chemistry professor from Latur, Maharashtra, for allegedly orchestrating the leak of the NEET-UG 2026 question paper. The leak, which compromised the integrity of the exam taken by 2.27 million students on May 3, led to the cancellation of the test just nine days later. Kulkarni reportedly dictated the leaked questions and answers to students during coaching classes in Pune, charging them several lakhs of rupees for access to this information. The investigation revealed that he collaborated with co-accused Manisha Waghmare, who had previously been arrested. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan admitted to a 'breach in command chain' and announced a retest scheduled for June 21, committing to a digital examination process starting in 2027. The CBI has arrested a total of eight individuals across five states, and ongoing searches have yielded incriminating evidence, including electronic devices and documents, which are currently undergoing forensic analysis.