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NEET 2026: 95-100% Similarity in Guess Papers Leads to Cancellation; CBI Registers Case
NDTV reports that a leaked guess paper had 95-100% similarity to NEET-UG 2026 biology and chemistry questions. Following complaints, the NTA cancelled the May 3 exam and a CBI case was registered, with re-examination to be scheduled.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights significant security breaches in a major national exam and triggers investigations and accountability discussions while affecting thousands of candidates.
Timeline
9 Events
Congress leader Sachin Pilot criticizes governance on NEET issue
May 12, 2026
Congress leader Sachin Pilot demanded accountability over lapses in national-level examinations and criticised the government's handling.
Protests by SFI in Kerala over NEET cancellation
May 12, 2026
SFI workers protested in Kerala over the NEET cancellation.
No fresh registration and no extra fee for re-exam
May 12, 2026
NTA stated that no fresh registration is required for the re-examination and no additional fee will be levied on candidates.
NTA cancels NEET-UG 2026 exam
May 12, 2026
The NTA, with government approval, cancelled NEET-UG 2026 conducted on May 3 and said the examination will be re-conducted on dates to be notified separately.
CBI registers case into NEET paper leak
May 12, 2026
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered a case into the NEET paper leak.
Complaints forwarded to central agencies
May 8, 2026
The complaints were forwarded to central agencies on May 8 for independent verification and necessary action.
NTA notes complaints on examination malpractice
May 7, 2026
NTA said it had accrued a host of complaints regarding alleged malpractice in the conduct of the exam by May 7.
NEET-UG 2026 exam conducted
May 3, 2026
The NEET-UG medical entrance exam was held on May 3, 2026, across 551 cities in India and 14 cities abroad.
Two years after NEET paper leaks, protests erupt nationwide
2024
Allegations of NEET paper leaks earlier triggered nationwide protests two years prior to the 2026 exam.