NEET UG 2026: NTA Launches Fraud Reporting Portal, Tightens Crackdown on Fake Paper Leak Scams
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has launched a fraud reporting portal for the NEET UG 2026 exam.This portal is now live on the official website at nta.ac.in. It allows students and the public to report any exam-related fraud.The period for submitting reports is from June 14 to June 30, 2026. The NEET UG 2026 re-exam is scheduled for June 21, 2026. Around 22 lakh medical aspirants are expected to take the test.The portal is designed to address scams that may appear before the exam day. NTA has confirmed that no individual has access to the NEET UG 2026 question papers before the exam. Candidates are advised to check only official sources for any updates.
What the NEET UG 2026 Fraud Portal Covers
The portal allows people like candidates, parents, coaching staff, and the general public to report issues. Reports can be submitted from any mobile or desktop browser.The portal is open every day during the reporting period.
The following can be reported on the portal:
- Websites that claim to have access to NEET UG 2026 papers without permission
- Social media accounts that are selling leaked question content
- Channels that are offering papers or promising guaranteed results in exchange for money
- People who are pretending to be NTA officials or exam staff
- False admission promises that are linked to bribery or insider information
- Each complaint will be verified by NTA before it is further processed.
- Serious cases will be forwarded to law enforcement for action.
Why Telegram Has Been Restricted in India
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has restricted access to Telegram in India. This restriction will stay in place until June 22, 2026.The message-editing feature on Telegram has also been disabled until June 30, 2026. The order was issued under Section 69A of the IT Act 2000. This action was jointly recommended by NTA and the Department of Higher Education.The restriction is a temporary measure related to the re-exam. NTA has noticed that Telegram is being misused by organized fraudsters involved in leaking exam papers. Several channels were openly selling fake NEET UG papers to worried students.Some of the fake channels had names like PAPER LEAKED NEET and Re-NEET 2026. Some users were also misusing the message-edit feature on Telegram. They edited old posts to add fake papers after the exam had taken place.The original timestamp remained unchanged, making the leak appear genuine.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Keep an eye on NEET UG 2026 updates only through the official NTA website.
- Don't join any Telegram or WhatsApp groups that claim to have leaked papers or scores.
- If you see any false information or scam links, report them on the new NTA portal.
- Download your admit card only from the official NTA website.
- Make sure to reach your exam center at least an hour before the reported time on June 21.
- On the exam day, carry your valid ID proof and the printed admit card with you.