FAIMA demands time-bound probe, strict accountability in NEET paper 'leak'

Story by PTI | Posted by Vidushi Gaur | Date 12-05-2026

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Federation of All India Medical Association on Tuesday demanded a time-bound investigation and strict accountability in connection with the alleged leak of the NEET-UG examination paper that led to the cancellation of the test.

The organisation said the incident has deeply shaken the confidence of lakhs of sincere aspirants who had spent years preparing for what is considered one of the country’s most competitive medical entrance examinations.

FAIMA national chairperson Dr Jaideep Kumar Choudhary said repeated lapses of this nature expose serious weaknesses in the system entrusted with conducting one of India’s most crucial examinations.

Strongly condemning any act that undermines merit, transparency, and fairness in medical education, the association called for an immediate, impartial, and time-bound probe into the circumstances surrounding the alleged paper leak.

FAIMA also demanded that every individual, network, or organisation found responsible be held accountable and face exemplary punishment. The association said the future of India’s healthcare system cannot be left vulnerable to corruption, organised examination rackets, or administrative negligence.

Reiterating that the medical profession is founded on ethics, trust, and meritocracy, FAIMA said students deserve an examination process that is transparent, credible, and free from manipulation.

The association also expressed solidarity with affected students and their families, assuring them that their concerns would continue to be raised on every appropriate platform until justice is ensured.

Earlier in the day, the National Testing Agency cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 examination held on May 3 following allegations of a question paper leak. The Centre has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation to carry out a comprehensive probe into the reported irregularities.

The examination, conducted for admission to undergraduate medical courses, had seen nearly 23 lakh registered candidates and was held across 551 cities in India and 14 centres abroad. Fresh dates for the re-examination are expected to be announced separately.