The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a detailed clarification regarding the conduct of NEET-UG 2026, stating that the examination was carried out under strict security arrangements and that it is fully cooperating with investigating agencies over alleged irregularities.
The statement comes amid reports linked to a Rajasthan Special Operations Group (SOG) investigation into suspected malpractice connected with the medical entrance exam held earlier this year.
The NTA has strongly reiterated that the NEET-UG 2026 examination was conducted “as scheduled and under a full security protocol.”
According to the agency, multiple security layers were implemented to ensure transparency and fairness. These included GPS-enabled transport of question papers, unique watermark-based identification systems, AI-powered CCTV surveillance across examination centres, and real-time monitoring from a central control room.
The National Testing Agency is aware of reports concerning the action initiated by the Rajasthan Special Operations Group in connection with alleged irregularities around NEET (UG) 2026. The following is placed on record for the information of candidates, parents, and the public.…
— National Testing Agency (@NTA_Exams) May 10, 2026
In addition, biometric verification of candidates was carried out at all centres, and 5G signal jammers were deployed to prevent electronic malpractice during the exam.
The agency emphasised that the examination process across all centres proceeded smoothly on the scheduled day.
The NTA stated that it received inputs regarding suspected malpractice on the evening of May 7, several days after the exam was conducted on May 3.
These concerns were immediately escalated to central agencies for verification and further action on the morning of May 8, 2026. The agency added that it has since been cooperating fully with law enforcement authorities, including providing examination data and technical support for the investigation.
Reports of detention and action taken by the Rajasthan SOG have been described by the NTA as the outcome of “professional and timely work” by the concerned agencies.
The agency has made it clear that it will not speculate or pre-judge the outcome of the ongoing inquiry. It added that any findings requiring action will be reviewed transparently under established procedures in consultation with the Ministry of Education.
Reassuring candidates, the NTA stated that the integrity of the vast majority of genuine aspirants remains intact and should not be questioned due to isolated concerns.
“The effort and integrity of the very large majority of bona-fide aspirants is not in question, and will not be devalued,” the statement said.
The agency also acknowledged the anxiety such reports may create among students and parents and urged them to remain calm as the matter is being thoroughly examined.
