NEET UG 2026 re-test: NTA opens leak complaint portal; Here's how you can report suspicious claims

As rumours of another NEET question paper leak swirl across social media ahead of the June 21 re-examination, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a clear message to aspirants: don't panic, don't forward suspicious posts, report them.

The agency has opened a dedicated online portal that allows students, parents and the public to directly alert authorities about dubious claims linked to the country's biggest medical entrance examination.

The move effectively turns candidates into active participants in safeguarding the integrity of the exam process after last month's controversy forced authorities to cancel the original NEET-UG 2026 test and announce a nationwide re-examination.

Saw a 'leaked paper' message? Here's what NTA wants you to do

The newly launched portal- innovateindia.mygov.in/neet-ug-2026 has been designed as a reporting mechanism for anyone who comes across suspicious examination-related content online.

According to the agency, candidates can use it to flag:

• Social media posts or websites claiming to possess the NEET question paper or answer key before the exam;
• Individuals or groups offering "leaked papers", "inside access" or guaranteed scores in exchange for money;
• People impersonating NTA officials, examination staff or authorised representatives;
• Any other activity that appears intended to mislead students or compromise the examination process.

The agency has urged aspirants not to engage with such content, warning that forwarding unverified messages only fuels anxiety and misinformation.

"Don't let rumours decide your NEET (UG) 2026 journey. No one, repeat, no one has access to the question paper before the exam," the NTA said in a social media post, reiterating that official updates will only be issued through its authorised platforms.

The advisory comes as authorities intensify efforts to curb misinformation and cheating networks ahead of the re-test. In one of the latest measures, the government on Tuesday temporarily restricted access to the Telegram messaging app, with the NTA saying the move was aimed at disrupting the circulation of fake leak claims and tackling organised cheating rackets operating online.

The restriction follows a fresh spate of social media posts and screenshots claiming that the June 21 question paper had already been leaked. The NTA has rejected those claims, urging candidates not to trust or circulate unverified content.

Authorities, however, have repeatedly dismissed those claims.

With more than 20 lakh candidates expected to appear for the June 21 re-test, the NTA has urged aspirants to rely only on official channels for updates and avoid forwarding unverified messages. The agency's message is simple: if a "leaked paper" lands in your inbox, don't spread it, report it.