NEW DELHI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday dismissed claims circulating on social media and messaging platforms alleging a “leak,” advance access, or “sale” of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination question paper.In a post on X, the NTA said it had noted “certain messages circulating on social media and messaging platforms claiming a ‘leak,’ advance access, or ‘sale’ of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination question paper,” adding that “these claims are false, fraudulent, and intended to mislead.”“The National Testing Agency (NTA) has noted certain messages circulating on social media and messaging platforms claiming a ‘leak’, advance access or ‘sale’ of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination question paper,” the NTA said in a post on X.“These claims are false, fraudulent and intended to mislead,” the NTA said, adding that such content was being circulated by “organised cheating rackets” seeking to exploit the anxiety of candidates and their families by selling fake question papers.“Such content is the work of organised cheating rackets that prey on the anxiety of students and their families. Their objective is to extort money by selling fake ‘papers’, and every such claim circulating is a fabrication,” the agency added.“The integrity of the examination process is fully intact, and every safeguard is in place to ensure a fair and secure examination for all candidates,” the agency said.The NTA said it is actively identifying and reporting the offending channels, accounts and content to platforms and cybercrime authorities for immediate takedown and action.The agency further said it is filing a formal complaint with law enforcement and cybercrime authorities, warning that creating, circulating or forwarding such fraudulent content and attempting to defraud students is a serious punishable offence.“Strict action will be taken against those responsible,” it said.Candidates and parents have been advised not to engage with, pay for or forward such messages, and to avoid falling prey to such “fraudulent solicitations.”It also said to rely only on official communications issued through NTA’s verified channels.“We urge all aspirants to ignore these rumours and to rely solely on official communication issued by NTA through its verified website and channels,” the statement said.“To every candidate appearing for NEET (UG) 2026 — focus on your preparation with confidence. Your hard work is what matters, and NTA stands committed to conducting a fair, secure and credible examination,” it added.The NEET-UG exam for admission to medical courses was held on May 3 this year but was cancelled by the NTA on May 12 amid allegations of a paper leak. The CBI is currently investigating the matter, and a re-test has been scheduled for June 21.
