The National Testing Agency warned that reports of a NEET-UG 2026 question-paper leak on social media are fraudulent [1, 2].
These warnings come as thousands of students prepare for the nationwide entrance examination. The NTA aims to protect candidates from financial loss and ensure the integrity of the testing process [1, 2].
Abhishek Singh, Director General of the NTA, addressed the issue during an interview with India Today TV. He said that the claims circulating on platforms like Telegram are not based on reality [1]. Singh said, "Scamsters have changed their tactics."
The agency identified a pattern where fraudulent posts attempt to lure students into paying for leaked materials or sharing sensitive personal information [1, 2]. A spokesperson for the NTA said, "These posts are fraudulent and candidates should not pay any money or share personal details" [2].
The NTA urged students to rely only on official channels for examination updates. The agency is monitoring social media platforms to identify and report the sources of these misinformation campaigns [1, 2].
This effort to secure the exam follows previous concerns regarding the transparency of high-stakes testing in India. By flagging these scams early, the NTA hopes to prevent candidates from falling victim to digital fraud during a high-stress period [1, 2].
“"Scamsters have changed their tactics."”
The NTA's proactive warning highlights a shift in how exam fraud is attempted, moving away from actual leaks toward social engineering and financial scams. By targeting students on Telegram, scammers leverage the high pressure of the NEET-UG exam to exploit vulnerable candidates through digital deception.
