NEET turns computer based next year as NTA promises refunds and extra time after paper leak outrage

Published on 15 May 2026

Paper leak fallout triggers a jump to CBT testing

As outrage grows over allegations of NEET question-paper leaks and irregularities, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced sweeping changes. From next year, NEET will shift to a computer-based format, replacing the OMR-based test model. The NTA will refund exam fees for affected candidates and conduct a re-exam with no additional charges. Candidates will also receive an extra 15 minutes, and admit cards for the re-test are scheduled for release on June 14.

NEET will move to a computer based format from next year
The switch is meant to replace OMR based testing
NTA will refund exam fees for candidates affected by the controversy
Re-exam will include an additional 15 minutes for candidates
NEET re-exam admit cards will be released on June 14
NEET UG 2026 exam timing set for 2:00 pm to 5:15 pm

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NEET turns computer based next year as NTA promises refunds and extra time after paper leak outrage

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