NTA Overhauls Leadership Amid NEET-UG 2026 Scandal

In the wake of a paper leak scandal involving NEET-UG 2026, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has made significant leadership changes, appointing new key officials. Meanwhile, public protests have erupted, and the CBI has arrested the alleged mastermind behind the leak. Investigations and protests continue in this evolving situation.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is restructuring its leadership amid mounting criticism over allegations of a paper leak and the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 exam. Anuja Bapat and Ruchita Vij have been appointed as Joint Secretaries, while Akash Jain and Aditya Bhojgadhiya join as Joint Directors.

Meanwhile, the National Students' Union of India staged a protest outside the NTA's office in Delhi, criticizing the agency and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for incompetence. The protestors demanded the dissolution of the NTA and the minister’s resignation, resulting in some arrests following a scuffle with police.

The CBI announced the arrest of PV Kulkarni, identified as the kingpin behind the paper leak. Investigations revealed Kulkarni conducted illicit coaching sessions matching leaked NEET-UG Chemistry questions. Searches have led to seizures of incriminating materials, with ongoing forensic analysis intensifying the probe.