NEET UG 2026: NTA Clarifies on Question Paper Security; Urges Students to Ignore Fake Leak Claims
NTA has said all NEET 2026 question papers are secure and denied any leak claims. Students should ignore rumours and focus on their preparation. Check details here
NEET UG 2026: No Paper Leak, Confirms NTA; Warns Students Against Fake Claims
NEET UG 2026: National Testing Agency has assured candidates that all NEET question papers and confidential materials have been delivered safely to their designated centres under strict security arrangements. NTA said that there is no possibility of any paper leak or early access to exam content.
According to NTA officials, entire process from paper setting to transportation has been conducted with the highest level of security protocols. The agency has said that students should not believe any rumours suggesting otherwise, as all such claims are baseless.
NTA has also introduced identity verification measures for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026. That has made Aadhaar-based biometric verification mandatory at exam centres. As per latest advisory, candidates appearing for NEET UG 2026 will have to undergo biometric authentication using Aadhaar details at exam centre on day of exam.
Reassuring candidates, NTA has asked candidates to stay focused on their preparation and avoid distractions caused by unverified information. With exams approaching, students must rely only on official updates.
Fake Claims Circulating on Social Media Regarding NEET Paper Leak
NTA has taken note of several misleading messages being circulated on platforms like Telegram and other social media channels claiming access to leaked NEET question papers. The agency clarified that these claims are completely false and intended to mislead students. Candidates have been advised not to fall for such scams, which often aim to create panic during exam period.
Strict Action Against Misinformation
NTA further stated that it is actively monitoring such activities and is taking strict action against those responsible for spreading false information. Students and parents are encouraged to report any suspicious claims or messages to Cyber Crime authorities or directly to NTA for prompt action.
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Commonly asked questions
No, the NEET exam or NEET question paper does not have any optional questions. Although there used to be 20 optional questions in total in between the years 2022 and 2024, but 2025 onwards, the optional questions in NEET were removed as part of the revision or change in the NEET exam pattern as per the pre-COVID era. Hence, the NEET 2025 question paper will not carry any optional questions, and will have 360 mandatory questions from Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Yes, NTA provides NEET mock tests for the exam aspirants. Students have to visit the official website of NTA and click on the Mock Test tab. After that, they have to select the exam from the drop down menu and select the subject between Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Unlike the original exam, NTA provides NEET mock test in computer-based-mode. Moreover, the question paper is also not a combined set of all three subjects, but segregated subject-wise. Hence, it is a good source of NEET mock tests if you are planning to practice or solve subject-wise mock tests.
Which is the most repeated question in NEET Biology?
There are various topics or questions which have been repeated the most in NEET Biology section. Have a look at the NEET Biology most repeated questions in past few years below-
- Respiratory system
- Digestive enzymes & hormones
- Sliding filaments theory
- Mendelian crosses
- Genetic disorders (Turner, Down, Klinefelter)
- Photosynthesis
- Food chains and ecological pyramids
- Cell organelles and functions
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