NEET UG 2026 exam cancelled, re-test to be conducted soon

The National Testing Agency has cancelled the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 following allegations of irregularities. The Government of India has ordered a CBI inquiry, while the NTA announced that the examination will be re-conducted on dates to be announced shortly.

Hyderabad: In a major development for MBBS admissions this year, the National Testing Agency (NTA), with the approval of the Government of India, has officially cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 examination conducted on May 3 for allocating MBBS seats across the country.

The NTA stated that the integrity of the original examination process could not be maintained. To ensure transparency and protect the interests of students, the examination will be re-conducted on dates to be notified shortly, the NTA posted on its X handle on Tuesday.

---

The Government of India has referred the matter to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a comprehensive inquiry into allegations of irregularities. The NTA has committed to full cooperation and will provide all necessary materials and records to assist the Bureau’s investigation, the agency said.

To minimise further stress on students, the NTA said there will be no need for fresh registration. Data and candidature from the May 2026 cycle will be carried forward automatically. The centres previously opted for by candidates will remain the same for the re-conducted examination.

No additional examination fee will be levied. Moreover, fees already paid will be refunded to students, as the NTA will use internal resources to fund the new examination cycle.

The revised admit card schedule for NEET will be issued through official NTA channels in the coming days. Candidates have been urged to disregard unverified social media reports and rely strictly on official communications, the NTA said.

Official Contact Information

Helpline: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700