NEET-UG 2026: 2.2 million aspiring medical students undergo re-exam amid tight security (opens original article in a new tab)

Candidates attended the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam on June 21, 2026, under heightened security measures following the cancellation of the earlier test due to a question paper leak.

• Candidates arrived at NEET-UG re-test centres on June 21, 2026, with tight security measures including frisking and admit card verification.
• The re-exam was held after the May 3 test was canceled due to a question paper leak, with enhanced security features like 51,311 jammers and 1,38,560 CCTV cameras.
• Candidates reported stricter security and improved facilities compared to the previous exam, with some expressing hope for a fair examination process.