Top NTA Under Scrutiny Amid Alleged Exam Irregularities

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that the top leadership of the National Testing Agency is being scrutinized over alleged irregularities in exams such as NEET and NET. Pradhan emphasized that students' interests remain a priority, denying any paper leaks in the postponed CSIR-UGC NET.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan disclosed on Saturday that the National Testing Agency's top leadership is being scrutinized for alleged irregularities in competitive exams including NEET and NET. This comes amidst his reassurance that there was no paper leak in the CSIR-UGC NET, which was postponed a day prior due to logistical issues.

Pradhan emphasized his responsibility as the guardian of students' interests, stating that any steps taken must account for their welfare. He reiterated that he would not risk the careers of thousands of students who rightfully cleared the NEET examination despite ongoing controversies.

While Pradhan confirmed that logistical issues were the reason behind the postponement of the Joint CSIR-UGC-NET, he acknowledged institutional failures within the NTA and took responsibility for safeguarding students' interests. The Ministry has sought reports from the Bihar Police's Economic Offences Unit and has promised stringent action against any irregularities found.

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