Supreme Court Faces Appeal for NEET-UG 2026 Exam Overhaul Amid Irregularities

Concerns Raised Over NEET-UG 2026 Exam Integrity

New Delhi: A medical organization has approached the Supreme Court, claiming a 'systemic failure' in the administration of the NEET-UG 2026 examination, which is crucial for undergraduate medical admissions. They are advocating for significant reforms in the examination process following its cancellation due to reported irregularities.

The NEET (UG) 2026 exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on May 3, was annulled on May 12 amid allegations of a paper leak, which is currently under investigation by the CBI.

The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA), represented by lawyer Tanvi Dubey, has filed a petition urging the Supreme Court to completely revamp the national testing framework. They propose replacing the NTA with a more independent and capable organization.

The petition highlights reports indicating that 'guess papers' shared on encrypted messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram contained over 100 questions identical to those on the actual exam.

FAIMA is requesting the court to mandate the government to establish a 'technologically advanced and autonomous body' to ensure the integrity of medical entrance examinations.

Additionally, they are asking for the formation of a high-level monitoring committee, led by a retired Supreme Court judge and including experts in cybersecurity and forensics, to supervise the re-administration of the 2026 exam.

The cancellation of the exam has caused significant anxiety among more than 2.2 million medical aspirants and their families regarding the next steps, including the announcement of a new exam date, issuance of admit cards, examination centers, and the counseling schedule.