NEET-UG May Shift to Online Mode as Centre Develops National CBT Infrastructure

Times of India · education

The Ministry of Education is exploring a shift for the NEET-UG exam from its current pen-and-paper format to a computer-based testing (CBT) system. This potential change is part of a broader strategy to enhance India's public examination system, particularly following the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. The government is developing a national-level CBT infrastructure framework to address issues like uneven test centre availability and establish common technical standards. A final decision awaits recommendations from a high-level task force led by Nandan Nilekani, which is also considering implications for rural candidates.