The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday, 6 June 2026 issued a strong advisory urging all NEET-UG 2026 re-examination candidates to disregard circulating rumours of a question-paper leak ahead of the June 21 re-test. The agency declared the integrity of the examination process fully intact and confirmed that all security safeguards are in place.

What NTA Said About the Leak Claims

In a post on its official X account, the NTA said it had detected messages spreading across social media and messaging platforms claiming a 'leak', advance access, or 'sale' of the re-examination question paper. The agency categorically rejected these claims.

'These claims are false, fraudulent, and intended to mislead. Such content is the work of organised cheating rackets that prey on the anxiety of students and their families. Their objective is to extort money by selling fake papers, and every such claim circulating is a fabrication,' the NTA stated.

Action Against Fraudulent Channels

The NTA said it is actively identifying and reporting offending accounts, channels, and content to both the relevant platforms and cyber-crime authorities for immediate takedown. The agency also confirmed it is filing a formal complaint with law-enforcement and cyber-crime authorities.

'Creating, circulating, or forwarding such fraudulent content — and attempting to defraud students — is a serious punishable offence, and strict action will be taken against those responsible,' it warned.

Advisory for Candidates and Parents

The NTA urged candidates and parents not to engage with, pay, or forward any such messages, and to rely solely on official communication issued through its verified website and channels. 'We urge all aspirants to ignore these rumours and to rely solely on official communication issued by NTA through its verified website and channels. Any genuine information will come only from these sources,' it said.

The agency also offered reassurance directly to students: 'To every candidate appearing for NEET-UG 2026 — focus on your preparation with confidence. Your hard work is what matters, and NTA stands committed to conducting a fair, secure, and credible examination.'

Background: Why a Re-Test Was Called

The NTA had cancelled the original NEET-UG 2026 examination on 12 May following allegations of a paper leak, triggering widespread concern among lakhs of medical aspirants and their families across India. The cancellation marked a significant blow to the agency's credibility, coming in the wake of controversy that had also surrounded the NEET-UG 2024 cycle.

Admit cards for the re-examination are expected to be issued by 14 June, giving candidates roughly a week to prepare their documentation before the test date.

What Happens Next

With the June 21 re-test now a little over two weeks away, the NTA's public messaging is focused on restoring candidate confidence. The agency's decision to proactively engage cyber-crime authorities signals a more assertive posture compared to its handling of earlier controversies. Whether that posture translates into a leak-free, controversy-free examination will be closely watched by students, parents, and the government alike.