Will explain steps taken from printing of NEET question paper till students get it: Centre to Supreme Court
The Indian government has informed the Supreme Court that it will provide a detailed affidavit explaining the security protocols for NEET question papers. This follows concerns over repeated leaks and the formation of a high-level task force led by Nandan Nilekani to oversee examination reforms.
Why it matters
The integrity of the NEET exam is critical for the future of medical education in India, affecting millions of students and the credibility of the national testing system.
The Centre on Monday (August 3, 2026) said it wants to place on record before the Supreme Court the process adopted with safeguards right from printing the NEET question paper till the students get it.
A Bench of Justices P. S. Narasimha and Alok Aradhe was told by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta that the government wants to explain the methodology adopted and place it on record by way of an affidavit.
Mr. Mehta sought time for hearing on Thursday (August 6, 2026) or Friday (August 7, 2026).
The Bench told Mr. Mehta that it would also like to know the process and posted a batch of pleas seeking additional safeguards for NEET questions papers for hearing on Thursday (August 6, 2026).
Mr. Mehta said that the affidavit will be filed during the course of the day.
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