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NEET-UG OMR Sheet Irregularities and NTA Advisory
Why in news?
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has warned candidates against submitting fake or AI-generated OMR sheets following complaints of score discrepancies in NEET-UG 2026.
Key points
- NTA discovered many submitted OMR sheets for scrutiny were fake or AI-generated.
- Candidates are advised to submit only original OMRs for verification.
- Submitting fake OMRs may lead to legal action against the complainant.
- The NEET-UG 2026 exam faced controversy due to paper leaks and irregularities, leading to its re-conduct.
- The government plans to shift NEET-UG to a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Background & context
NEET-UG is the national-level entrance examination for undergraduate medical courses in India. It has been marred by controversies and allegations of malpractices in recent years.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The NTA is considering shifting NEET-UG from pen-and-paper mode to Computer-Based Test (CBT).
✎ Mains relevance
GS-II: Governance, Social Justice (Education, examination reforms, administrative issues)