The Times of India

NEET 2026 paper leak: How many more scandals before students lose faith completely?

NEET-UG 2026 is being reconducted following allegations of question paper circulation before the exam, raising serious concerns about fairness and public confidence. This follows the 2024 NEET scandal, intensifying distrust in India's meritocratic examination system and its ability to ensure a level playing field for millions of aspiring students. The question that takes the centre stage is are we moving backwards as a nation.