Rajasthan Special Operations Group probes explosive ‘guess paper’ with 120 chemistry questions identical to NEET-UG 2026 exam held on May 3—NTA aware, no arrests yet as medical aspirants’ futures hang in balance.
NEET-UG 2026 exam center with tense students outside
In India and 14 other countries, more than 20 lakh students appeared for the NEET-UG 2026 examination, the gateway to MBBS admissions in the country, in 551 cities of the country on May 3, 2026. Now there are allegations that the question papers were leaked as a ‘guess paper’ circulated before the examination was found to be identical to 120 of the 410 questions, especially in chemistry. While the National Testing Agency (NTA), responsible for conducting the exam, has confirmed the investigation by the Rajasthan SOG, they claim that there is no proof of any leak so far.
Yeh news ne pure medical fraternity ko hila diya hai—ek chhota sa leak bhi lakhs of students’ dreams tod sakta hai!
Inside the Leak Probe
‘How’: Premeditated leakage of a ‘guess paper’ with 410 questions several days prior to the test, wherein 120 questions pertaining to chemistry have been found to be verbatim from the main exam. According to police sources, it is likely that there was an insider’s role in this fraud, and such insiders are from the coaching centers of Kota/Rajasthan, where guess papers make good business. The reason: High stakes involved since NEET decides 1 lakh+ MBBS seats among fierce competition (24 lakh+ aspirants per year).
As per verified facts, SOG conducted raids on the suspected locations post-exam and retrieved electronic evidence. Though a full leak wasn’t proven yet, 29% chemistry overlap is sufficient to raise questions about the integrity of the examination without a complete leak.
Notable Quotes & Statements
“The NTA is fully aware of the actions of Rajasthan SOG in the alleged irregularities and is cooperating,” said the NTA spokesperson. “Exam integrity is paramount — no evidence of a leak of any widespread nature.”
“Out of 410 questions circulated, 120 questions of chemistry were a direct match,” said a Rajasthan SOG officer. Nets tightening, no arrests yet, strong coaching mafia angle, probe ongoing.
Education expert Dr. Rajesh Kumar said, “This is not random; it is done by organized syndicates who are targeting high-value exams like NEET. Students pay lakhs for ‘packages’—time to overhaul security.
“If the leak is true, then retesting humari mehnat (our hard work) is a waste! Chemistry section was too familiar,” said a distraught aspirant.
Background Information
The NEET-UG test, introduced in 2013 to replace state-level exams, has had its fair share of leaks—the 2018 Optical Mark Reader (OMR) test leak in Hyderabad, the 2021 WhatsApp leak, and most recently, in 2024 arrests in Bihar. Conducted annually by NTA, a body under the Education Ministry, the NEET-UG exam takes place in the month of May every year, 2026 being the first year of the hybrid OMR test mode.
Timeline of 2026 NEET-UG Controversy:
April 2026: Guess papers spread in Kota, Rajasthan’s coaching institutions.
May 3rd, 2026: The test was conducted; the ‘Easy Chemistry’ trend picked up on social media.
May 7-9: Test aspirants lodge complaints; SOG launches investigation following tip-off about leakage.
May 11, 2026: Statement by NTA; 120-question match confirmed; no arrests
Why This Matters
Yeh sawaal bahut mahatvaa rakhar hai, kyunki NEET doctors ko 1.4 billion population ke liye India mein paidaa karta hai, aur yeh leaks ki zimmedari ko kharab kar dete hain. Lakhoon gharoon ne lakhoon rupees paanday kiye hain; dusre paas baar aana, mental health problems (suicides have increased 20 percent a year since NEET), aur doctor ke paanchak.
Society mein aa gaya effect: Admissions late hoti hain medical colleges mein; rural healthcare sehataa parivaaran mein zub
India Angle:
NEET warriors from every home, from Kota to Bihar, and it hits straight to the heart of India. Parents sell land for fees, coaching hubs The UP-Bihar-Rajasthan belt is most affected. Hinglish forums are now saying, “Paper leak again? NTA, go to bed!
Local connect: Rajasthan SOG probe gives hope. State police ne pehle bhi pakda mafia. Some places like Chandauli. Yeh warns rural children: Work hard, but the system is corrupt. #NEETLeak2026 trends unite aspirants across the country.
Analysis
I’ve tracked NEET scandals—search volume for “NEET paper leak” skyrockets 10x after controversy, a traffic gold mine. 120 matches is not a coincidence. It is logical. The pattern is similar to the 2024 Bihar case (same chemistry focus). Insight: NTA’s hybrid shift flopped; digital trails are easier to leak.
OPINION: Time for AI-proctored exams and blockchain papers
What Next
Potential arrests within two days from SOG investigation could lead to a CBI takeover in case of a multistate crime. NTA may consider conducting a re-test for 20 lakh students (logistically difficult, but happened in 2024). A legal challenge to the Supreme Court is imminent (a stay on results is probable).
Consequences: In case a breach is confirmed, complete retesting; otherwise, award grace marks or segmental normalization. What next? NTA version 2.0 with technological advancements?
Conclusion
NEET-UG 2026 is on tenterhooks due to the 120 questions matched and conducted by Rajasthan SOG that could reveal the rotten state of India’s medical dream factory. The story from the rumors of the guess papers to NTA keeping an eye on the happenings is all about putting faith in fairness—ab kya hoga, students are waiting.|This story also covered by The Hindu
by Arif
