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NEET 2026 ‘paper leak’: 120 questions from a guess paper, what Rahul Gandhi alleges, what probe says so far | Explained

NEET UG 2026 faces controversy over alleged irregularities amid a record number of applicants. The exam was held on May 3, 2026, and a related explainer published on May 11, 2026 discusses Rahul Gandhi's allegations and the probe status.

Why It Matters

The NEET exam is a key gateway to medical education in India; allegations of irregularities raise concerns about equity in admissions and the integrity of the process.

Timeline

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May 11, 2026: Article reports ongoing NEET 2026 controversy

May 11, 2026

A news explainer published on May 11, 2026 reports a controversy over alleged irregularities in NEET UG 2026, mentioning Rahul Gandhi's allegations and the current status of the probe.

NEET UG 2026 exam held on May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026

India's NEET UG 2026 was conducted in pen-and-paper mode from 2 to 5 pm across 551 cities in India and 14 cities abroad, with more than 5,400 centres; about 22.79 lakh candidates appeared.

NEET UG 2024 scandal surfaces, triggering protests, Supreme Court hearings, and CBI investigation

2024

The NEET UG 2024 scandal triggers nationwide protests, Supreme Court hearings, and a CBI investigation. This earlier development is cited as context for the ongoing NEET controversy.