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UGC NET December 2026 registration: Check last date to apply, fee payment deadline, steps to fill application form and more

UGC NET December 2026 registration closes tomorrow, October 28, at 11:50 pm. While more than 5.5 lakh candidates had registered by October 25, only 3.73 lakh had completed their applications and paid the fee. Check the application steps, late-fee window, correction dates and December examination schedule.

The Economic Times · Oct 27

CBI files supplementary chargesheet in NEET paper leak case

The CBI has filed a supplementary chargesheet against Sheshrav Bajrang Suryawanshi, the 14th accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, alleging he supplied leaked examination papers to candidates and collected money from their families. The agency claims he worked with co-accused Shubham Khairnar in Nanded, Maharashtra.

The Economic Times · Oct 14

Parliamentary panel indicts NTA; hope 'arrogant' Modi govt takes it seriously: Congress

Congress raised serious issues regarding the National Testing Agency, including malpractice and incompetence. A recent Parliamentary Standing Committee report outlines claims of paper leaks since 2017, contradicting official statements. The NTA's structure lacks accountability, as it heavily relies on private contractors for examinations. Additionally, the agency has earned significant revenue…

The Economic Times · Oct 11

UGC-NET 2026: Rahul Gandhi questions NTA over cancellation of 3 papers

In a passionate address, Rahul Gandhi has condemned the Modi government for its handling of the UGC-NET re-exams. He insists that the National Testing Agency must be responsible for the oversight, impacting countless candidates who have prepared for years. With retests scheduled for English, Commerce, and Sociology, Gandhi argues that…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

NEET UG 2026 paper leak: CBI chargesheets 3 NTA subject experts as public servants; may face life sentence, fine of Rs 10 crore, if proven guilty

In a significant development, the Central Bureau of Investigation has brought charges against three subject experts from the National Testing Agency. These individuals are accused of engaging in criminal breach of trust by illegally extracting confidential exam materials from NTA facilities. The charges further extend to misappropriation and distribution of…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

NTA removes 47 officials as Centre steps up overhaul amid paper leak row

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has removed 47 officials from service as part of a major overhaul following the paper leak controversy, according to sources quoted by ANI. Legal and criminal action is also expected against some officials as the Centre moves to strengthen accountability and restore confidence in the…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Sonia Gandhi accuses Modi govt of brutalising students, degrading education

Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Modi government over the nationwide student protests, accusing it of responding to demands for accountability and education reforms with "cowardice and wanton cruelty". In an article published in The Hindu, she alleged the Centre had degraded…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

NTA probe finds NEET OMR sheets 'completely AI-generated', tampered; legal action likely

The National Testing Agency found one disputed NEET OMR sheet was AI-generated. Another OMR sheet submitted for scrutiny was discovered to have been tampered with. This follows allegations from students regarding discrepancies in their recorded responses and final scores. The NTA will pursue legal action against those submitting fake or…

The Economic Times · Jul 18

NEET-UG re-test: Brief tension outside Ahmedabad centre over hijab, sacred thread

A brief commotion erupted outside an Ahmedabad NEET-UG re-test centre Sunday as parents protested the removal of Hindu sacred threads during frisking, citing perceived disparity with students wearing hijabs being allowed entry. Police intervened, explaining National Testing Agency dress code rules, and two individuals from a Hindu organisation who caused…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

NEET-UG re-exam: NTA to hold nationwide mock drill on June 20; check what it means here

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is conducting a nationwide mock drill on June 20 to ensure a smooth NEET-UG re-examination on June 21. This re-test follows allegations of a paper leak in the original May 3 exam. NTA is actively reminding nearly 23 lakh candidates to download fresh admit cards…

The Economic Times · Jun 19