The United Doctors Front has moved the Supreme Court seeking replacement of the NTA with an independent statutory examination authority, citing paper leaks, technical glitches and lack of transparency in national exams.

The United Doctors Front (UDF) has approached the Supreme Court of India seeking major reforms in the country’s examination system, including the replacement of the National Testing Agency (NTA) with an independent statutory authority established through an Act of Parliament.

The petition has been filed by UDF Chairperson Dr. Lakshya Mittal through Advocates-on-Record Ritu Reniwal, Dr Charu Mathur and Advocate Mahendra. The matter has reportedly been filed under Diary Number 30471/2026.

Concerns raised over NTA functioning

In the plea, UDF raised concerns over repeated controversies surrounding national-level examinations, including allegations of paper leaks, technical glitches, lack of transparency and inadequate accountability mechanisms.