NEET-PG 2026 Security Tightened with Aadhaar, CCTV, Biometric Checks
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Governance
Why in news
The Centre has announced a multi-layered security plan for NEET-PG 2026, including Aadhaar authentication, CCTV surveillance, and biometric checks. This comes as 2.73 lakh candidates are set to appear, making it a significant exam security measure.
Background
NEET-PG is a national-level postgraduate medical entrance exam. In recent years, exam integrity has been a concern, prompting enhanced security protocols.
Key facts
NEET-PG 2026 will have tighter question paper controls.
The exam will be conducted in a single shift.
New rules for exam centre allocation have been introduced.
Aadhaar-based authentication will be used for candidate verification.
CCTV surveillance will be installed at exam centres.
Biometric checks will be performed for candidates.
2.73 lakh candidates are expected to appear for the exam.
Prelims pointers
- NEET-PG: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate medical courses.
- Conducted by National Board of Examinations (NBE) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
- Aadhaar: 12-digit unique identity number issued by UIDAI.
- Biometric checks: Use of fingerprints or iris scans for identity verification.
- CCTV: Closed-circuit television for surveillance.
Mains angles
- Discuss the importance of exam security in maintaining the credibility of competitive examinations.
- Examine the role of technology in enhancing transparency and fairness in public examinations.
- Critically analyze the challenges in implementing biometric and Aadhaar-based verification in exams.