In the wake of the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy, the Centre is planning to deploy the Indian Air Force (IAF) for the secure transportation of examination question papers ahead of the re-examination scheduled next month.
Facing mounting criticism over discrepancies in Class 12 re-evaluation results, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday publicly accepted responsibility for shortcomings in the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) newly introduced On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, while assuring students that all genuine grievances would be addressed.
Amid a nationwide uproar over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak, a high-level meeting was reportedly held at the residence of Union Minister Rajnath Singh.
Pradhan expressed confidence that all States would extend their full cooperation to ensure that the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination is conducted in a smooth, transparent, and fair manner.
The NEET re-examination will see over 23 lakh candidates appearing again for the competitive test, as the May 3 examinations were cancelled after a nationwide uproar over paper leaks.
The minister made the statement after inaugurating a day-long workshop on the Institutional Development Plan for HEIs.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan thanked the Supreme Court for refusing to cancel the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (UG) held on May 5 this year holding that there was no systemic breach in the exam.
These apprentices are undergoing training in various sectors such as IT/ITes, manufacturing, automobile, etc. This initiative aligns with the Government's focus on skilling and employability of youth.
As anticipated, the session began on a stormy note with the Opposition's demand of Pradhan's resignation and cancellation of the NEET-UG 2024 examination.
Union education minister was speaking at the inaugural session of a review meeting of the Department of School Education and Literacy with states and Union Territories.
