Six individuals were apprehended in connection with alleged irregularities in the NEET (UG) examination. They were arrested in Deoghar, Jharkhand, and subsequently underwent medical examinations at LNJP Hospital in Patna.

The marking scheme implemented by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for NEET (UG) sparked nationwide uproar due to reported irregularities. This led to widespread protests by students and organizations, compelling the NTA to issue clarifications.

In response to the controversies, the NTA clarified that 1563 candidates across six examination centers received incorrect question papers. Additionally, some candidates received torn OMR sheets, resulting in compensatory marks being awarded for lost time.

The Supreme Court intervened in the matter and ordered a re-test for all candidates who received grace marks due to the irregularities. This decision was made on June 23, impacting a significant number of NEET (UG) applicants.

In a significant development, the central government handed over the investigation into the alleged irregularities during the NEET (UG) 2024 examination to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). This decision aims to ensure a comprehensive and impartial inquiry into the matter.

The Ministry of Education, Government of India, issued an official statement confirming the decision to entrust the CBI with the investigation. The move is part of broader efforts to maintain transparency and integrity in public examinations, bolstered by the enactment of the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.

The NEET (UG) examination, conducted by the NTA on May 5, 2024, employed the OMR (Pen and Paper) mode. However, subsequent allegations of cheating, impersonation, and malpractices prompted the central government's proactive response.

The irregularities reported in the NEET (UG) examination triggered public outcry and protests nationwide, underscoring concerns over the fairness and transparency of the examination process.

The enactment of the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, signals the government's commitment to preventing unfair practices in public examinations. It aims to address issues related to malpractices and ensure the credibility of examination processes.

With the CBI taking charge of the investigation, stakeholders await further developments and anticipate stringent measures to safeguard the integrity of future NEET (UG) examinations.

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