The Supreme Court of India postponed the NEET PG 2025 exam initially set for June 15, citing fairness concerns over conducting it in two shifts. Following objections, the National Board of Examinations sought approval to reschedule the exam for August 3 in a single shift, adhering to court guidelines for equal opportunity.
The National Board of Examinations (NBE) has requested the Supreme Court of India to reschedule the NEET PG 2025 examination to August 3, 2025. The application emphasizes the need for a fair and efficient examination process and seeks approval for this proposed date to alleviate uncertainties faced by medical aspirants nationwide.
The Supreme Court of India has promised swift hearings concerning NEET PG 2024 candidates’ petitions regarding result normalization and exam fairness. Chief Justice BR Gavai assured that the matters will be addressed soon, raising hopes among students for timely justice as admit cards are due on June 2, 2025.
New Delhi, May 5 – The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Central Government and other authorities to respond to a petition challenging the decision to conduct the NEET-PG 2025 examination in two different shifts. The exam is currently scheduled for June 15, 2025. A bench of Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan issued a notice and said, “Issue notice, returnable one week,” while agreeing to hear the plea filed by seven medical professionals.
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Today, On 25th October, the Supreme Court delayed discussing a petition regarding NEET PG 2024 result transparency, sparked by student concerns over exam fairness and clarity. Issues raised included discrepancies in scores and the lack of a published procedure. The hearing’s adjournment allows further examination of student grievances amid ongoing counseling process challenges.
Today, On 21st October, Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud announced a two-week extension for an expert panel reviewing NEET-UG reforms. The Supreme Court’s decision allows the panel to finalize its comprehensive report, addressing key issues in the exam’s administration and highlighting security lapses, while ensuring improvements in transparency and efficiency.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has urged Union Health Minister JP Nadda to address concerns about NEET-PG 2024 by ensuring adequate exam centres in every state. This move aims to prevent medical aspirants from facing long travel distances and associated stress. Tharoor highlighted the challenges faced by aspirants and emphasized the need for accessible exam centres and a single test on the same date nationwide.
On Thursday(18th July),The Supreme Court heard petitions for a re-test or cancellation of the 2024 NEET-UG exam due to an alleged paper leak 45 minutes before the exam at certain centers. The NTA claimed the leak occurred just before the exam. The court demanded concrete evidence of systematic impact and indicated it would consider a re-test if justified.
Today(on 18th July), The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, emphasized that re-conducting the NEET-UG 2024 exam requires concrete evidence of widespread compromise. Prioritizing the NEET-UG petitions, the court postponed other cases to address the issue’s urgency and social impact.
The Madras High Court criticized NTA officials for the delay in the 2019 NEET fraud case report, warning of possible arrest. It emphasized the need for accountability and prompt action. The case involves deceptive methods for medical college admission. The court implied NTA officials’ involvement and set a deadline for report submission to avoid arrest.