The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) will transition to a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode starting in 2027. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced the change following the cancellation of the NEET 2026 examination due to paper leaks.
NEET 2027 Shifts to Online Format
The decision to move NEET UG to a CBT format aims to combat exam malpractices. The announcement provides students with advance notice of the format change. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the examination online.
NEET 2026 Re-examination Details
The canceled NEET 2026 examination will be re-conducted in its traditional pen-and-paper format. The new date for the NEET 2026 re-examination is set for June 21, 2026 . Approximately 22.79 lakh students who took the original May 3 exam will need to re-appear.
Key Dates for NEET 2026 Re-examination
- Re-examination Date: June 21, 2026
- New Admit Card Release: June 14, 2026
Students will have the opportunity to select their exam centers again. The NTA will also grant an additional 15 minutes to candidates during the re-examination.
Rationale for CBT Transition
The shift to a CBT mode for NEET 2027 is a direct response to recurring paper leak incidents and cheating that have plagued the medical entrance exam. The NTA already manages several large-scale examinations, including JEE Main and CUET, using the CBT format. The investigation into the NEET 2026 paper leak is ongoing, with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) leading the probe and several arrests made.
Future Exam Patterns
Further details regarding the specific pattern and structure for the NEET 2027 CBT examination will be released by the NTA later. It remains unclear if NEET will be conducted in multiple sessions, similar to JEE Main. The NTA expects the online transition to enhance the security and integrity of the NEET examination process.
