NEET UG 2026 paper leak claims circulate online, NTA issues warning

Messages claiming a NEET UG paper leak circulating across Telegram channels and other social media platforms have raised concern among both students and the National Testing Agency. The growing circulation of such claims has prompted the agency to issue a fresh warning, urging candidates not to fall into traps set by fraudsters. The claims are coming when the NEET UG 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on May 3 raising the eyebrows of candidates as well as the authorities. The admit cards are yet to be released.

The NTA, in its advisory shared on X, stated that students should avoid engaging with such messages and report any suspicious activity. It also cautioned



candidates against paying money or getting involved in any fraudulent practices linked to alleged paper leaks.

The agency emphasised that all official updates must be checked only through its website or verified social media handles, and not through unofficial sources circulating unverified claims.

The current claims gain significance in the backdrop of the NEET UG 2024 controversy, where the examination came under scrutiny over alleged irregularities.

Following the issue, the Supreme Court of India had directed that candidates from certain centres retake the examination to ensure transparency in the evaluation process.