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Mains issueGS-2News & Analysis29 July 2026

CBI files charge sheet against 13 accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case

Source: thehindu.comOriginal report

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a charge sheet against 13 individuals in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. The accused, including National Testing Agency (NTA) subject experts and coaching institute personnel, face charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act and the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act. The investigation involved extensive searches, forensic analysis, and led to the identification of the leak's source and chain of distribution, following a complaint from the Department of Higher Education and the subsequent cancellation of the exam.

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a charge sheet against 13 individuals in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. The accused, including National Testing Agency (NTA) subject experts and coaching institute personnel, face charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act and the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act. The investigation involved extensive searches, forensic analysis, and led to the identification of the leak's source and chain of distribution, following a complaint from the Department of Higher Education and the subsequent cancellation of the exam.

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