Ministry of Education refers NEET (UG) 2024 irregularities to CBI for thorough probe

National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted NEET(UG) Examination on 5^th May 2024 in OMR (Pen and paper) mode.

Certain cases of alleged irregularities / cheating / impersonation / malpractices have been reported.

For transparency on the conduct of the examination process, the Ministry of Education, Government of India after a review has decided to entrust the matter to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for comprehensive investigation.

Central Government has also enacted the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, to prevent unfair means in the public examinations and to provide for matter connected therewith or incidental thereto.

Government is committed to ensure the sanctity of examinations and protect the interest of students. It is reiterated that any individual/ organization found to be involved will face strictest action.