NEET UG 2026 Cancelled After Paper Leak Row, CBI Probe Ordered

Brief By Newsbrief / 12:37 PM on 12 May 2026

NEET UG 2026 has reportedly been cancelled following allegations of major irregularities and a paper leak linked to the examination conducted on May 3, dealing a severe blow to nearly 23 lakh medical aspirants across the country. The decision has sparked widespread concern among students who spent months preparing for one of India’s toughest entrance examinations for MBBS admissions.

Amid mounting controversy, the government has reportedly handed over the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to probe allegations of question papers being circulated before the exam. Authorities stated that students’ existing registrations would remain valid for the fresh examination, with new dates expected to be announced soon.

The issue has triggered strong political reactions, with Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi criticising the government over alleged failures in safeguarding the examination process, arguing that repeated controversies are damaging students’ trust and future aspirations.