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NEET 2026 Exam Security Under Scrutiny Amid Probe
10 May
Summary
- NEET 2026 exam was conducted with robust security measures on May 3.
- NTA received malpractice reports on May 7 and escalated them on May 8.
- The agency is cooperating with central agencies in the ongoing investigation.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has affirmed its cooperation with ongoing investigations into alleged irregularities surrounding the NEET-UG 2026 examination. The agency stated that the exam, conducted on May 3, proceeded as scheduled with comprehensive security measures. These included transporting question papers in GPS-tracked vehicles and utilizing AI-assisted CCTV monitoring at examination centers. Biometric verification and 5G jammers were also deployed to ensure exam integrity.
The NTA clarified that it received information regarding alleged malpractice on the evening of May 7, four days after the examination concluded. These inputs were immediately escalated to central agencies on May 8 for independent verification and action. The agency credited law enforcement authorities for their professional and timely work leading to recent detentions, emphasizing its provision of necessary data and technical assistance for the inquiry.
Maintaining transparency, the NTA stated it would not pre-judge the investigation's outcome and would address any findings accordingly. The agency reassured students and parents that the integrity of the vast majority of genuine aspirants remains unquestioned and will not be devalued. Any future actions will be deliberated in consultation with the Ministry of Education.
