NEET-UG 2025 to Remain Offline Despite Recommendations for Reform

The National Testing Agency confirms pen-and-paper mode for the medical entrance exam, citing logistical challenges and student familiarity.

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2025 will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode on a single day and shift, as announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
This decision follows recommendations from a government-appointed panel advocating for multi-session and online exam formats to address past issues of leaks and irregularities.
The NTA cited logistical challenges, such as inadequate infrastructure and the need for student familiarity with the format, as reasons for maintaining the offline mode.
The 2024 NEET-UG faced significant controversies, including allegations of paper leaks and inflated marking, prompting the formation of a high-level committee to propose reforms.
The panel's recommendations included multi-stage testing and using centralized government institutions as exam centers, but these changes require more time and resources to implement.