The Indian Medical Association (IMA) wrote to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday, demanding accountability and urgent corrective measures following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy.
In its letter, the IMA expressed concern over the credibility of the national medical entrance examination system and urged the Centre to undertake structural reforms to prevent recurrence of such incidents.
Among its key recommendations, the association called for decentralising the conduct of the NEET-UG examination by assigning greater responsibility to states and Union Territories under a transparent and accountable framework.
It also proposed conducting the examination entirely in online mode across the country to minimise the possibility
of question paper leaks and other malpractices. The minister had announced hours earlier that the examination would be conducted in online mode from next year.
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The IMA further sought a credible and time-bound probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), demanding the arrest of all individuals involved in the alleged leak. The association also called for the establishment of special fast-track courts to ensure daily hearings and strict punishment for those found guilty under laws related to examination irregularities.
The doctors’ body urged authorities to conduct a comprehensive and impartial investigation to identify every individual and institution linked to the controversy and ensure exemplary action against those responsible for compromising the examination process.
The IMA also recommended the introduction of advanced technological and security safeguards to prevent future leaks, while stressing the need to restore transparency and public confidence in the examination system through independent oversight and accountability mechanisms.
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Highlighting the stress faced by aspirants and parents, the association asked the government to provide clarity on the re-examination schedule at the earliest. Hours before, the NTA had also announced that the re-examination would be conducted on June 21.
It also sought accessible counselling and support systems for affected students and their families.
The letter comes amid growing outrage over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy, which led to the cancellation of the examination conducted on May 3 and triggered nationwide protests by students and parents.
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