In Focus Podcast | Should the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) be decentralised?
The Hindu explores the potential decentralization of India's NEET-UG medical entrance exam following widespread allegations of corruption and paper leaks. Experts discuss whether the current centralized system is sustainable given the recurring administrative failures.
Why it matters
The integrity of national competitive exams is critical for social mobility and the medical profession in India, making this a significant public policy issue.
The cancellation and retest of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 has exposed deep cracks in India’s examination system. Allegations of paper leaks, corruption and repeated lapses by the National Testing Agency (NTA) has pushed lakhs of aspirants into uncertainty, stress and emotional exhaustion, raising urgent questions about transparency, accountability and the credibility of national competitive exams.
The article presents a balanced discussion by inviting experts with different perspectives to analyze the systemic issues of a national exam.
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