The story so far
NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak and Aftermath
Tracked across 10 sources · Updated 2h ago
NEET UG 2026 results released with record-high cut-offs and low attendance after a paper leak forced a re-examination. Opposition parties protested in Parliament demanding a debate and minister's resignation, while the government offered discussion but refused resignation. Student and political protests continue.
How it unfolded
3d ago
Opposition MPs protest in black dress; Parliament deadlock continues
3d ago
Government agrees to NEET debate; opposition demands minister's resignation
5d ago
SP protests in Parliament over NEET paper leak
5d ago
Students complain of unexpected low scores; NTA reviews
18 Jul 2026
Record high cut-off; qualifiers drop by 1.1 lakh
17 Jul 2026
NTA releases NEET UG 2026 results and cut-offs
What happened earlier
Latest updates
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Full story →NEET Protest: Govt Amends Anti-cheating Act
Protests continue over the NEET paper leak.
The government amended the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.
The amendment strengthens anti-cheating measures.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →'I hope we can all unite': Bindra urges to 'strengthen education system' amid protests
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →BREAKING: Kiren Rijiju Corners Opposition Over NEET Debate, Says 'Don't Derail Discussion'
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the Opposition of trying to avoid a debate on the NEET paper leak in Parliament.
Rijiju urged all political parties not to impose conditions and appealed to focus on protecting the future of the country's youth instead of playing politics.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →Shubman Gill urges compassion for students amid protests: 'Our generation deserves every opportunity to learn, dream'
India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill posted an Instagram story calling for compassion and opportunity for students amid protests linked to the NEET controversy.
Gill said he respects students who are peacefully raising their voices and that young people deserve every opportunity to learn and dream.
Protests are being spearheaded by the Cockroach Janta Party, with environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk on an indefinite fast, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The protests began on July 20, and demonstrators allege police used lathi charges and tear gas to disperse crowds during the Parliament monsoon session.
Earlier · 10h ago
Full story →Exclusive| Sonu Nigam postpones Delhi concert amid student protests over NEET paper leak
Sonu Nigam postponed his July 25 concert at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in Delhi due to student protests over the NEET paper leak.
The singer cited solidarity with students as the reason for postponing the BOSSitivity - Sonu Nigam Remembers Rafi tribute concert.
Comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi cancelled his July 25 show at Talkatora Stadium and actor Soha Ali Khan delayed her podcast episode in support of the protests.