Will see what Nilekani-led task force suggests on online NEET exam: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India is awaiting recommendations from a high-powered task force led by Nandan Nilekani regarding the transition of the NEET medical entrance exam to an online format. The court emphasized the need for robust cybersecurity and database protection measures during this shift.
Why it matters
The move to online testing for high-stakes national exams is critical for maintaining integrity and preventing paper leaks, which have previously disrupted medical admissions.
The Supreme Court on Monday (July 27, 2026) said it will see what the Nandan Nilekani-led high-powered task force formed by the government suggests on the online conduct of the NEET examination.
A Bench of Justices P.S. Narasimha and Alok Aradhe said some out-of-the-box suggestions are needed especially when transition is made from the physical mode to the online conduct of the NEET examination.
"We need some additional safeguards with respect to cyber security, database protection," it said.
The Bench was hearing a plea filed by RJD MP Sudhakar Singh following the cancellation of the NEET-UG held on May 3 over alleged paper leak and the announcement of re-NEET
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, informed the Bench that the Union Government has taken a very serious view and a high-level committee has been constituted.
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