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Why NEET CBT still needs health ministry clearance
The Hindu··5 Aug
Moving NEET-UG online is not a single-ministry switch: the Education Ministry affidavit says computer-based testing is under review after the 2026 leaks and Pradhan resignation, but the final model awaits Nilekani task force advice plus Health Ministry and NMC concurrence. With over 22 lakh mostly rural and women candidates, the Centre also promised advance notice before any format change.
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What It Means For You
- Over 22 lakh NEET aspirants, many rural and women candidates, may eventually face a computer-based format if approved.
- Students should expect advance notice before any shift, the Centre told the Supreme Court.
- Families anxious after paper leaks can watch the Nilekani task force recommendations shape the final model.
What's Happening
- The Education Ministry told the Supreme Court that shifting NEET-UG to computer-based testing is under active consideration.
- The August 4 affidavit followed Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the 2026 paper leaks.
- A final approach will follow Nandan Nilekani task force recommendations and needs Health Ministry and NMC concurrence, with advance notice promised.
Why Moving NEET Online Is Still Under Review
- Paper-based national exams have faced repeated leak allegations that undermine trust among millions of aspirants.
- CBT can reduce some paper-chain risks but raises access questions for rural candidates without reliable digital practice.
- Cross-ministry and NMC clearance is required because medical admissions sit across education and health regulators.
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