A CBI team is investigating the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, reaching the NTA office in Delhi. The exam was cancelled, prompting AAP's Arvind Kejriwal to slam the Centre and call on Gen Z to protest against repeated paper leaks.
A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team on Wednesday reached the National Testing Agency office in Delhi as they investigate the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and irregularities, sources said on Wednesday.
CBI is leading a detailed probe into the allegations after the NEET UG 2026 examinations, held on May 3, were cancelled. The cancellation has drawn strong backlash from the opposition, which has blamed the central government for the repeated paper leaks, affecting students' papers.
Kejriwal Slams Centre, Urges Gen Z to Protest
Aam Aadmi Party National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal called on Gen Z to come on the streets and protest against the government following the cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 examination after alleged paper leaks and irregularities.
Kejriwal alleged that over 93 instances of exam paper leaks have taken place since 2014, affecting over six crore youths.
'Are their leaders involved?'
Implying the involvement of senior leaders in the paper leaks, Kejriwal questioned Gen Z whether the Central Bureau of Investigation, which will be leading the investigation, will be able to take any corrective measures.
"Since the Modi government came to power in 2014, there have been 93 instances of exam paper leak. The majority of the paper leaks have happened under the BJP govts. This affected 6 crore youth. Most paper leak incidents happened in BJP-ruled states of Rajasthan, UP, Uttarakhand and Gujarat. It is not a coincidence that there are BJP governments in these states at the Centre. We are getting reports that the epicentre of the recent NEET paper leak is Rajasthan. It creates a doubt - are their leaders involved? If it is so, then what can CBI do? I want to ask the Gen-Z: Should this continue?" he said, addressing a press conference.
Stating the example of Nepal and Bangladesh Gen-Z protest, which overthrew the KP Oli and Sheikh Hasina government, Kejriwal said, "if the Gen-Z of Nepal and Bangladesh can come out on the roads and change their governments, then can't our Gen-Z send ministers involved in the paper leak incidents to jail? I have full faith in you."
Kejriwal called Gen Z to take to the streets against people involved in the paper leaks. "Accuse those who are involved in this, send them to jail, take to the streets, protest and shut this vile game," he said.
NTA Confirms Re-test Details
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has stated that the decision to cancel the exam was taken after inputs were examined in coordination with central agencies, and findings shared by law enforcement agencies raised concerns over the integrity of the examination process.
The agency also clarified that the registration data, candidature details, and examination centres chosen by candidates for the May 2026 cycle would remain valid for the re-test. No fresh registration will be required, and no additional fee will be charged.
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