Petition seeks replacement of NTA amid allegations of irregularities and demands court-monitored re-examination
A plea has reached the Supreme Court seeking cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 examination.
The petition also seeks removal of the National Testing Agency (NTA) from the conduct of NEET exams. It asks the Court to direct a fresh test under judicial supervision.
Petition Raises Concerns Over NEET-UG 2026
The petition comes after allegations of irregularities in the conduct of NEET-UG 2026.
The petitioners have questioned the fairness of the examination process. They claim that serious lapses affected the administration of the test.
They also allege that the deficiencies damaged public confidence in the examination system.
Reliefs Sought Before Supreme Court
The petitioners have asked the Supreme Court to cancel NEET-UG 2026.
They have also sought a fresh examination under the supervision of retired Supreme Court or High Court judges.
The plea further seeks the replacement of NTA with another mechanism. According to the petitioners, the new system must ensure transparency and accountability.
They have also requested the Court to form an independent expert committee. The committee, they say, should examine the alleged lapses and suggest reforms.
Allegations Made In The Plea
The petition alleges multiple irregularities in the examination process.
According to the petitioners, these lapses affected the fairness of the test. They argue that such issues harm merit-based selection.
The plea also states that lakhs of medical aspirants may suffer if the system fails to remain fair and transparent.
The petitioners contend that only a fresh examination can restore public confidence. They want the fresh test to take place under independent judicial oversight.
Matter Yet To Be Heard
The Supreme Court has not yet taken up the matter for hearing.
The Court has not issued notice so far. It has also not expressed any view on the merits of the allegations.
