NEET-UG paper leak: Coaching institute director detained in Maharashtra’s Latur

The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) has once again been marred by allegations of a paper leak, this time leading to the detention of a coaching institute director in Latur, Maharashtra. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is actively pursuing leads, suspecting a widespread racket involving educational consultants and coaching centers across multiple states.

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Several questions from RCC’s mock tests were allegedly identical to those in the NEET-UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3.

The investigation gained traction after a parent reported that a mock test conducted by Renukai Chemistry Classes (RCC) contained questions identical to the actual NEET-UG 2026 examination. This startling revelation has prompted the CBI to seize electronic devices and interrogate individuals linked to the leak, including a retired chemistry professor.

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Investigators suspect the leak racket may have involved a network of education consultants and coaching centres. and middlemen operating across states.

From our perspective at Hindustan Times, this incident underscores a persistent issue within India's highly competitive examination system. While the CBI's swift action is commendable, the recurring nature of such leaks raises serious questions about the integrity of the examination process and the accountability of coaching institutions. The focus now shifts to uncovering the full extent of this network and ensuring that such malpractices are curbed to maintain fairness for millions of aspiring students.

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Investigators were examining financial transactions, digital communication records, and the possible role of coaching institutes in circulating leaked questions ahead of the examination.