NEET-UG 2026 Exam Cancellation, CBI Probe

The NEET-UG 2026 examination, conducted on May 3, 2026, was cancelled by the India — National Testing Agency (NTA) due to allegations of irregularities and paper leaks. This decision has left over 22 lakh medical aspirants and their families anxious about the next steps, including fresh examination dates, admit cards, and counselling timelines. The government of India has referred the matter to the United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a comprehensive inquiry, with the Special Operations Group (SOG) also probing the issue. The NTA has stated that a re-examination will be conducted using its internal resources, with dates to be announced within 7-10 days, and no additional fees will be charged. This event highlights a history of controversies surrounding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) (NEET), including legal challenges, impersonation scams, and paper leaks in previous years, leading to recommendations for reforms by a committee headed by Koppillil Radhakrishnan.