The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday issued a sharp public advisory warning students and parents against fraudulent claims circulating on social media and messaging platforms alleging a “leak,” advance access, or “sale” of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination question paper.
Posting on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, NTA categorically stated that all such claims are false and fabricated, and attributed them to organised cheating rackets deliberately exploiting the anxiety of NEET aspirants and their families ahead of the high-stakes re-examination.
What NTA Said
The agency made clear that these fraudsters operate with a single objective — to extort money from vulnerable students by selling non-existent “papers.” Every circulating claim, NTA stated, is a fabrication with no basis in fact.
On the integrity of the exam process, NTA said all safeguards remain fully intact and that it is committed to conducting a “fair, secure, and credible examination” for all candidates.
Action Being Taken
Follow TJP Whatsapp ChannelNTA confirmed it is actively pursuing action on multiple fronts:
- Offending accounts, channels, and content are being identified and reported to the respective social media platforms as well as to cyber-crime authorities for immediate takedown.
- A formal complaint has been filed with law-enforcement and cyber-crime agencies.
- NTA warned that creating, circulating, or even forwarding such fraudulent content — or attempting to defraud students — constitutes a serious punishable offence, and that strict action will follow against those found responsible.
Advisory for Students and Parents
NTA urged candidates and their families not to engage with, pay for, or forward any such messages, and to avoid falling prey to fraudulent solicitations.
The agency reiterated that all genuine communication will come exclusively through NTA’s verified official website and channels, and asked aspirants to disregard any information sourced elsewhere.
“To every candidate appearing for NEET (UG) 2026 – focus on your preparation with confidence. Your hard work is what matters,” NTA said in its advisory.
Background
NEET UG 2026 has already seen significant controversy following a re-examination being necessitated amid concerns from last year’s cycle. The re-exam has heightened tensions among the lakhs of students who will appear for it, making them potential targets for fraudsters banking on misinformation and panic.
Authorities have repeatedly asked students to remain vigilant and to cross-check any claim about exam papers or results only through the NTA official portal: nta.ac.in.
