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Neet (UG) to be computer-based from 2027: Education minister Pradhan

The Centre announced a June 21 retest for NEET-UG 2026 and said the medical entrance examination will shift to a computer-based format from next year

Neet (UG) to be computer-based from 2027: Education minister Pradhan
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 10:26 PM IST

GPS, AI CCTV, watermarks: Why tech safeguards failed to protect NEET

Despite GPS tracking, AI-enabled CCTV surveillance and watermarking of question papers, the latest NEET-UG paper leak has exposed the limits of technology in securing India's high-stakes examinations.

GPS, AI CCTV, watermarks: Why tech safeguards failed to protect NEET
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 3:06 PM IST

WBJEE Admit Cards 2026 out: Here's how to download PDF using login details

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) Board has issued the entrance exam admit card today, May 15. WBJEE 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted on May 24, 2026

WBJEE Admit Cards 2026 out: Here's how to download PDF using login details
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 2:25 PM IST

NEET vs JEE, CAT, UPSC: Why some national exams inspire more public trust

From NEET and JEE to UPSC and CAT, India's top competitive exams shape millions of careers. But recent controversies have exposed stark differences in how students view the credibility of exam systems

NEET vs JEE, CAT, UPSC: Why some national exams inspire more public trust
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 2:18 PM IST

Govt plans computer-based NEET paper amid exam malpractice concerns

The Centre said the NEET examination will shift to a computer-based format from next year as it intensifies efforts to curb malpractices and strengthen exam processes

Govt plans computer-based NEET paper amid exam malpractice concerns
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 12:37 PM IST

Odisha CHSE Result 2026 expected soon: Know how to check Class 12 scores

CHSE Odisha is set to release Class 12th results 2026 for the Science, Commerce, and Arts streams anytime soon. Students can download their marksheet and subject-wise marks on the official website

Odisha CHSE Result 2026 expected soon: Know how to check Class 12 scores
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 12:02 PM IST

Kerala SSLC result 2026 Today? Steps to check and download and more

Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan will announce the SSLC Result 2026 on May 15 and students can access their scores online at results.kite.kerala.gov.in using registration number and date of birth

Kerala SSLC result 2026 Today? Steps to check and download and more
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 8:38 AM IST

NEET-UG re-exam: High-level meeting held at Dharmendra Pradhan's residence

Held late on Thursday evening, the meeting involved detailed discussions on various aspects related to the conduct of the medical entrance exam

NEET-UG re-exam: High-level meeting held at Dharmendra Pradhan's residence
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 6:41 AM IST

NTA credibility crisis: Why India's testing agency keeps failing students

Paper leaks, exam cancellations, technical glitches, and delayed reforms have deepened concerns over transparency, accountability, and fairness in India's entrance exam system

NTA credibility crisis: Why India's testing agency keeps failing students
Updated On : 14 May 2026 | 5:01 PM IST

Rajasthan BSTC admit card 2026 out; How candidates can download hall ticket

Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, has issued the admit cards for the D.El.Ed (General/Sanskrit) course via the Pre-D.El.Ed (BSTC) exam today, May 14, for May 20 entrance exams

Rajasthan BSTC admit card 2026 out; How candidates can download hall ticket
Updated On : 14 May 2026 | 3:23 PM IST

WBCHSE HS 12th result 2026 out: Check toppers, pass percentage and more

HS Result 2026: WBCHSE Class 12th result 2026 was announced today at 10:30 am on the official websites wbchse.wb.gov.in, wbresults.nic.in. The exams were held from February 12 to February 27

WBCHSE HS 12th result 2026 out: Check toppers, pass percentage and more
Updated On : 14 May 2026 | 11:17 AM IST

Datanomics: 24 states record dip in NEET (UG) qualification rates

The cancellation of NEET-UG after the paper leak scandal is expected to hit female aspirants hardest, who form the majority of candidates and qualifiers

Datanomics: 24 states record dip in NEET (UG) qualification rates
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 11:42 PM IST

NEET (UG) paper leak: CBI arrests 5, conducts searches across country

CBI arrests five in NEET leak case as protests intensify and demands grow for NTA overhaul and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

NEET (UG) paper leak: CBI arrests 5, conducts searches across country
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 9:57 PM IST

Medical body FAIMA moves Supreme Court after NEET-UG 2026 cancellation

Medical body seeks restructuring of the NTA, stronger digital safeguards and court-monitored oversight following fresh allegations of paper leaks in NEET-UG 2026

Medical body FAIMA moves Supreme Court after NEET-UG 2026 cancellation
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 6:10 PM IST

Neet-UG cancellation leaves students battling uncertainty, added costs

The cancellation has left students and families distressed, raising concerns over trust in NTA and adding financial worries amid uncertainty over the retest

Neet-UG cancellation leaves students battling uncertainty, added costs
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 5:34 PM IST

NEET to recruitment tests: Why India's competitive exams keep failing

The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 following alleged paper leaks has reignited concerns over the integrity of India's competitive examination system

NEET to recruitment tests: Why India's competitive exams keep failing
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 4:54 PM IST

CBSE Class XII results: Overall pass percentage drops to 85.2% in 2026

Girls continued to outperform boys in CBSE Class XII results even as the overall pass percentage declined by 3.19 percentage points year-on-year in 2026

CBSE Class XII results: Overall pass percentage drops to 85.2% in 2026
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 4:31 PM IST

WBCHSE Class 12 result 2026 expected soon; Check time, websites and steps

WBCHSE HS Result 2026 will be released on May 14. Students can view the West Bengal Class 12 Result 2026 online via official websites using their roll number and registration details

WBCHSE Class 12 result 2026 expected soon; Check time, websites and steps
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 1:57 PM IST

PSEB Class 12th Result 2026: Punjab Board exam results today? Know more

PSEB Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class 12 results for 2026 will be released today, May 13, at 12:30 pm on pseb.ac.in. The Class 12 exams began on Feb 17 and ended on Apr 4, 2026

PSEB Class 12th Result 2026: Punjab Board exam results today? Know more
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 11:43 AM IST

NTA cancels 2026 NEET (UG); CBI opens investigation into 'paper leak'

Centre cancels medical entrance exam and orders CBI-led investigation into alleged leak

NTA cancels 2026 NEET (UG); CBI opens investigation into 'paper leak'
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 11:10 PM IST