NEET UG Paper Leak Scam 2024 Highlights: Should NEET also be scrapped like UGC NET June exam?

National Students' Union of India (NSUI) president Varun Choudhary has called for the Centre to ban the National Testing Agency (NTA) and initiate a CBI investigation into alleged paper leaks and corruption in the NEET UG 2024 examination. Addressing the press, Choudhary warned of a Parliament protest on June 24 if demands are unmet. He plans to enlist INDIA block leaders to address Prime Minister Modi, citing irregularities in Bihar and Gujarat and accusing Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan of protecting the NTA. Choudhary also announced a nationwide Congress protest on June 21 and demanded action against complicit NTA officers.

Rahul Gandhi slammed the Modi government for cancelling the NEET and UGC-NET exams, claiming that the alleged "paper leaks" were made possible by the Bharatiya Janata Party's "parent organisation" (RSS) seizing control of educational institutions, including all Vice Chancellors.

NEET UG Paper Leak Scam 2024 Live: A candidate from Samastipur admitted to receiving a leaked NEET-UG 2024 question paper from his uncle, an engineer in Danapur Town Council, Patna. The candidate confessed to memorizing the answers provided by his uncle the night before the exam held on May 5. Patna Police arrested several individuals, including the candidate and his uncle, in connection with the question paper leak scandal...

The NTA has issued admit cards today for candidates participating in the retest of NEET UG 2024. This retest applies specifically to those candidates who were awarded grace marks by the NTA due to exam time loss. Hall tickets for the June 23 exam can be downloaded from the official NTA website at neet.ntaonline.in...

In today's hearing, the Supreme Court bench tagged and scheduled fresh petitions for a hearing on July 8, 2024, as per Live Law.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has moved to transfer petitions regarding NEET UG 2024 to the Supreme Court, amidst alleged paper leak concerns. Supreme Court stays proceedings in Rajasthan, Calcutta, and Bombay High Courts.

Supreme Court to hear petitions for cancellation of NEET UG 2024 today. Additionally, the court will address NTA's petitions to consolidate NEET-UG cases currently in various High Courts.

On Thursday, the Supreme Court of India issued notices to the National Testing Agency and the Centre on eight pleas requesting a CBI probe into the NEET UG paper leak case. Earlier today, the apex court also issued a notice regarding a petition filed by the National Testing Agency (NTA), seeking the transfer of NEET-UG 2024-related pleas from the High Court to itself. The Supreme Court has halted proceedings in the High Court cases. Furthermore, the SC reiterated its stance that it will not disrupt the ongoing counselling process.

The BJP has demanded an apology from Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and legal action against her following the Allahabad High Court's ruling that the NTA can act against a NEET aspirant who submitted fake documents. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla accused Gandhi of promoting false claims by the aspirant, Ayushi Patel, who alleged discrepancies in her NEET results. Poonawalla criticized the Congress for allegedly supporting falsehoods and called for a probe into their involvement in the matter.

National Students' Union of India (NSUI) president Varun Choudhary has called for the Centre to ban the National Testing Agency (NTA) and initiate a CBI investigation into alleged paper leaks and corruption in the NEET UG 2024 examination. Addressing the press, Choudhary warned of a Parliament protest on June 24 if demands are unmet. He plans to enlist INDIA block leaders to address Prime Minister Modi, citing irregularities in Bihar and Gujarat and accusing Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan of protecting the NTA. Choudhary also announced a nationwide Congress protest on June 21 and demanded action against complicit NTA officers.

The results of the NEET examination were anticipated to be announced on June 14 but were unexpectedly released earlier, amid widespread allegations of question paper leaks and other irregularities. The developments have sparked significant public outcry and legal challenges across various states.

Sandeep Katke, vice-president of AAP Mumbai, called for the immediate resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, citing the NEET controversy as a severe blow to the credibility of India's education system. Katke emphasised the need for accountability amidst allegations of systemic flaws.

AAP Mumbai executive member Paul Raphael demanded a transparent, court-monitored investigation into the alleged irregularities surrounding the NEET exam. Raphael underscored the importance of holding accountable those responsible for compromising the examination's fairness and jeopardising students' educational prospects.

Ruben Mascarenhas, AAP's Mumbai working president, strongly criticised the NEET "scam," emphasising its potential detrimental impact on the futures of over 24 lakh medical aspirants across the country. He called for swift action to address the allegations and restore trust in the integrity of the NEET examination process.

The Mumbai unit of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) staged a vehement protest on Wednesday against what they allege to be a major NEET scam, demanding a complete overhaul of the examination process. The party asserts that a fresh examination is necessary to uphold the integrity of the educational system, echoing nationwide concerns over reported irregularities.

Under fire over its conduct of the NEET examinations, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has informed the Education Ministry that examinees from Patna and Godhra, scrutinised for alleged irregularities, did not show any unusual advantage based on an analysis of their marks.

Out of 13 candidates from Patna, under Bihar Police investigation for alleged paper leaks, eight scored less than 500 marks out of 720. Nearly 98% of students from two Godhra exam centers, probed for OMR sheet manipulation, also scored below 500 marks.

The NTA has decided to withdraw grace marks awarded to 1,563 candidates and conduct a retest. Despite ongoing denials of paper leaks and irregularities in Bihar and Godhra, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured that any proven allegations will be met with strict action against the

The NTA has decided to withdraw grace marks awarded to 1,563 candidates and conduct a retest. Despite ongoing denials of paper leaks and irregularities in Bihar and Godhra, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured that any proven allegations will be met with strict action against those in fault.

In a letter addressing the NEET issue, Congress leaders expressed serious concerns about alleged irregularities in this year's NEET examination. They highlighted issues such as inflated marks, undisclosed methodology for awarding grace marks, and allegations of paper leaks and technical glitches in certain test centers. The party has called for urgent action to address these issues and has demanded a re-test.

Congress General Secretary (Organisation) K C Venugopal has instructed all state presidents and Legislature Party leaders to organize protests at state headquarters on June 21 (Friday) regarding the NEET issue. The letter also encourages senior leaders to participate in these protests.

Justice Rajesh Singh Chauhan, presiding over the bench, expressed dismay over the use of forged and fictitious documents in Patel's petition. He termed the situation a "really sorry state of affairs," highlighting the serious nature of presenting misleading information to the court.

The Allahabad High Court, in a recent development concerning NEET UG 2024, dismissed a writ petition filed by Ayushi Patel, a NEET aspirant. This decision came after it was brought to light that Patel had submitted forged documents along with her petition. Initially, Patel alleged that the National Testing Agency (NTA) had withheld her result due to her OMR answer sheet being torn.

Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Sinha assured that action would be taken against all guilty parties in the NEET probe. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated that strong action would be taken against NTA officials if found guilty of irregularities. The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and NTA on the allegations of malpractices.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his silence on the NEET exam issue, committing to raising the youth's concerns. He pointed out organised corruption in BJP-ruled states like Bihar, Gujarat, and Haryana, which have become epicentres of paper leaks. The Supreme Court has demanded strict accountability for any negligence in the NEET-UG 2024 conduct.

Vijay Sinha, Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister, has raised concerns over the alleged involvement of individuals linked to Pritam in the NEET paper leak. According to ANI, Sinha stated, "I am gathering information. Those apprehended at the Guest House are connected to Pritam. There are claims of his ties to former Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav. We are investigating the entire issue... We will scrutinize this thoroughly, and those found guilty will face consequences."

Sinha emphasized his determination to identify any ministers involved and asserted, "I have issued warnings within my department and will ensure accountability for those responsible." He underscored the seriousness of the matter, stating, "This requires a high-level investigation to expose the RJD's alleged support for criminal activities."

The Deputy CM's remarks underscore a growing controversy surrounding the NEET paper leak and its purported political connections.

Amid scrutiny and allegations of irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 examinations, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has reportedly informed the Education Ministry that candidates from Patna and Godhra, implicated in the controversy, do not show significant advantages based on their exam scores. The Bihar Police investigation into a possible paper leak involves 13 candidates from Patna, with eight scoring below 500 out of 720 marks. Similarly, nearly all candidates from two Godhra exam centers, suspected of OMR sheet manipulation, scored below 500 marks.

The controversy surrounding the NEET UG-2024 exam results escalates as an engineer, Sikandar Prasad Yadavendu, confesses to aiding the stay of four candidates and a guardian in Patna. His nephew, Anurag Yadav, and mother Reena Kumari allegedly benefited from this arrangement, according to a confession note recently surfaced in Bihar's Danapur Nagar Parishad.

The Supreme Court has instructed the central government and the National Testing Agency (NTA) to ensure the meticulous conduct of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2024, stressing that even "0.001 per cent negligence" must be thoroughly addressed. Justices Vikram Nath and SVN Bhatti emphasized the NTA's duty to stand firm and take swift action in case of any mistakes to inspire confidence in their performance. The court has scheduled further hearings for July 8, including petitions seeking a reevaluation of exam procedures.

A confession letter from Sikandar Prasad Yadavendu, an engineer in Bihar, revealed his involvement in facilitating the stay of NEET candidates in Patna. He claimed to have assisted his nephew and other candidates, while also being part of a racket leaking question papers for NEET, BPSC, and UPSC exams.

The demand for a re-test of NEET UG has gained momentum since irregularities were highlighted post-result. Asaduddin Owaisi, president of AIMIM, has strongly criticized the NDA government for alleged discrepancies in NEET and urged for a Supreme Court-monitored re-examination, according to PTI. Speaking at a public gathering at Darussalam, AIMIM's headquarters, Owaisi remarked that the integrity of the NEET exam has been compromised.

The Supreme Court emphasised that even a "0.001 per cent negligence" in conducting NEET-UG 2024 must be "thoroughly dealt with." The Court urged the NTA to take firm action against any mistakes, as such measures would inspire confidence in the agency's performance. The Centre informed the Court that grace marks for 1,563 candidates would be withdrawn, with a retest scheduled for June 23, 2024.

Of the 12 centres under scrutiny, 11 are in Patna and one in Hajipur. Out of 10,352 students who took the exam from these centres, 5,803 qualified. Only 440 candidates scored more than 600 marks. Four out of 13 candidates from Patna, investigated for paper leaks, scored over 500 marks, with the top scorer obtaining 609 marks.

Of the 13 Patna candidates investigated by Bihar Police for alleged paper leaks, eight scored less than 500 marks out of 720. Nearly 98% of students from two Godhra exam centers, under investigation for OMR sheet manipulation, also scored less than 500 marks. This analysis forms part of the NTA's submission to the Ministry as it prepares its response for the Supreme Court.

Amid scrutiny over its conduct of the NEET exams, the NTA informed the Education Ministry that examinees from Patna and Godhra, suspected of benefiting from irregularities, did not show unusual advantages in their scores. This analysis is part of the NTA’s report submitted to the Ministry, which will be considered in the Union government's response to the Supreme Court.

The NTA has decided to withdraw the grace marks awarded to 1,563 candidates who were initially compensated for lost time and will conduct a retest for these candidates. Despite this, the government continues to deny allegations of paper leaks and irregularities in Bihar and Godhra. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured that if any allegations are proven true, the culprits will face severe consequences.

The NEET-UG 2024 exam saw around 2.4 million students across 4,750 centres. A record 67 students scored a perfect 720, with six from a single centre in Faridabad, raising suspicions of rigging. Allegations of paper leaks and irregularities have led to protests and multiple legal challenges.

Announced on June 4, the NEET-UG 2024 results drew immediate attention as 67 candidates achieved a perfect score of 720/720, while some candidates scored 718 or 719. Critics claimed these high scores were implausible given the exam's rigour. The NTA attributed these results to a relatively easier exam paper, additional marks awarded to students who lost time due to errors and delays by NTA staff and invigilators, and the correction of an incorrect question.