PIB Debunks Viral NEET 2026 Paper Leak Claim; NTA to Hold Re-Exam on June 21

| Updated On - Jun 14, 2026

PIB Fact Check has declared the viral NEET 2026 paper leak document as fake. NTA will hold the re-exam on June 21 from 2 PM to 5:15 PM for over 22 lakh candidates. Students must rely only on official updates at neet.nta.nic.in.

NEET 2026 Paper Leak Fake Says PIB; Re-Exam on June 21

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has rejected viral paper leak claims. Its Fact Check unit declared the circulating document fake on June 13. The advisory comes days before the NEET UG 2026 re-exam.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will hold the test on June 21. Over 22 lakh students will appear for the exam. The test runs in one shift from 2 PM to 5:15 PM. The official portal for all updates is neet.nta.nic.in.

Also Read: NTA Announces Student-Friendly Measures for Re-NEET UG 2026 at neet.nta.nic.in

Why a Re-Exam Was Ordered

The original National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 was held on May 3. It faced widespread allegations of paper leak and irregularities. The NTA cancelled the test on May 12 after a review.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is probing the original paper leak case. The June 21 retest will cover all registered candidates. No fresh registration window has been opened by the NTA.

Also Check: NTA Rejects Viral Fake Notice on NEET 2026 Re-Exam Pattern at neet.nta.nic.in

What Did PIB Fact Check Say?

A fabricated NEET 2026 question paper went viral on social media. PIB Fact Check tagged the document as fake on June 13. It urged candidates not to share or rely on unverified content. Students must check only the official NTA portals for updates. These portals are nta.ac.in and neet.nta.nic.in.

Suspicious content can be reported on the PIB WhatsApp helpline. The number is +91 8799711259 and the email is [email protected]. Authorities warn that spreading misinformation may invite legal action.

Re-NEET 2026 Key Details

Detail	Information
Exam Name	NEET UG 2026 (Re-Exam)
Exam Date	June 21, 2026 (Sunday)
Mode	Offline (Pen and Paper)
Timing	2:00 PM to 5:15 PM
Duration	195 minutes
Total Candidates	Over 22 lakh
Official Portal	neet.nta.nic.in
Admit Card Status	Released

Security Measures and Pattern Changes

The NTA has rolled out stricter security measures for the re-exam. The Indian Air Force will transport question papers for the first time. Paper setters remain under strict lockdown until exam day. Centres will use biometric verification, frisking, and document checks.

Exam duration now stands at 195 minutes instead of 180. OMR sheets carry four rough-work pages instead of two. Two pages sit after the instruction page and two at the end. The changes apply to English and regional language papers.

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How to Verify NEET 2026 Updates from Official Sources?

Students must never trust forwarded messages claiming paper leaks. Always visit the NTA website or the NEET portal directly. Follow these steps to stay safe from fake notices.

Visit neet.nta.nic.in or nta.ac.in for official notices.
Read the latest news, FAQs, and admit card section.
Do not forward any document received on WhatsApp or Telegram.
Cross-check viral claims with the PIB Fact Check unit.
Report fake content via the WhatsApp helpline or email.

A First for NEET Security

The Indian Air Force will fly NEET papers for the first time. This measure aims to ensure tamper-proof delivery to all centres. Paper setters will stay in strict lockdown until June 21.