NEET-UG 2024 SC Hearing Live Updates: Supreme Court to Hear Pleas on NEET-UG Controversy Today, Examining Question of Re-test

The Supreme Court is set to resume its hearing today on the NEET-UG 2024 medical entrance exam controversy, which has been marred by allegations of question paper leaks and malpractices. The court had previously observed that if the integrity of the exam has been compromised, a re-examination must be conducted to ensure the fairness of the process.

On Monday, the apex court had demanded accountability from the authorities and adjourned the matter until today. The hearing is expected to be a crucial one, with over 30 petitions related to the NEET-UG exam being considered. These petitions include allegations of irregularities and malpractices during the May 5 test, with some seeking a directive to re-conduct the examination.

One of the petitions being heard by the court is a separate plea filed by over 50 successful NEET-UG candidates from Gujarat, who are seeking to prevent the Centre and the National Testing Agency from invalidating the disputed exam. The candidates are worried that their hard-earned results may be rendered invalid due to the controversy surrounding the exam.

The NEET-UG exam was plagued by accusations of malpractice, including alleged paper leaks and questionable marking methods, which sparked widespread anger and protests across the country. As a result, certain students were instructed to retake the NEET UG exam, and the NEET-PG exam was postponed.

The Supreme Court’s decision today is expected to have a significant impact on the fate of thousands of students who took the exam. The court’s ruling could potentially lead to a re-test, which would give students a second chance to prove their abilities. Alternatively, the court may decide to uphold the original results, which would mean that students who were affected by the controversy would have to accept their scores.

Stay tuned to TOI for the latest updates on this developing story.