NEET-UG 2026 Cancelled by NTA After Paper Leak; CBI Probe Ordered

The National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 exam that was conducted on 3rd May 2026 after irregularities and paper leaks were reported and investigated. The government also ordered a CBI probe into the matter.

Background: Reports indicated that some questions were similar to those circulated before the test, triggering an investigation by Rajasthan Police and central agencies. NTA sent the matter to central agencies on May 8, 2026 for independent verification, following which the decision to cancel was made. Out of 14 major national examinations managed by the NTA, at least 5 have experienced security breaches, paper leaks, or operational failures.

Key Points to Remember:

• Exam cancelled: NEET-UG 2026 (held on 3 May 2026)
• Cancelled by: National Testing Agency (NTA)
• Cancellation announced: 12 May 2026
• Reason: Paper leak and irregularities in exam process
• Probe ordered: CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation)
• Re-exam: To be conducted; new dates on neet.nta.nic.in
• Students affected: Lakhs of medical aspirants across India
• Latest update: CBI has sought seven-day custody of four arrested accused

Related Static GK:

• NTA full form: National Testing Agency
• NTA established: 2017 (under Societies Registration Act, 1860)
• NEET full form: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test
• NEET-UG is entrance exam for: MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical courses
• Exams conducted by NTA: JEE (Main), NEET (UG), CUET, UGC-NET