Medical colleges asked not to grant leave to students during NEET-UG re-exam period
The National Medical Commission has ordered medical colleges to deny student leave on June 20 and 21 to ensure the integrity of the NEET-UG re-exam. This measure follows previous incidents where students were allegedly involved in compromising examination processes.
Why it matters
The directive highlights ongoing efforts to maintain the credibility of high-stakes national entrance exams in India following widespread allegations of malpractice.
The National Medical Commission has directed all medical colleges and institutions under its purview not to grant leave to students on June 20 and 21, except in exceptional circumstances, to support the fair conduct of the NEET-UG re-exam on Sunday (June 21, 2026).
The report objectively summarizes official government notices and the context of the exam cancellation.
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