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NTA NEET Chaos: 750 Students Skip Re-Test Amidst Malpractices

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NTA reveals shocking numbers as 750 candidates skip NEET-UG re-test, sparking concerns over malpractices. Find out more!

The recent chaos surrounding the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the NEET-UG retests has left many scratching their heads. Out of 1563 students awarded grace marks, a staggering 750 chose to skip the crucial retest, raising eyebrows and concerns over the integrity of the examination process. The NTA, responsible for conducting a range of exams, found itself in hot water as only 813 candidates out of the total pool appeared for the re-exam, with 63 candidates debarred for malpractices.

The education ministry faced backlash as a high-level source admitted that the NTA failed to instill confidence among the public, leading to a wave of uncertainty and skepticism among students and parents. Across various states like Chandigarh, Chattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, and Meghalaya, the retest turnout was less than impressive, with discrepancies in candidate attendance evident.

In the midst of this chaos, the CBI is probing allegations of malpractices and irregularities in the NEET examinations conducted by the NTA. With only a fraction of the candidates showing up for the retests, questions loom large over the fairness and transparency of the assessment process, creating a cloud of doubt over the future of medical entrance exams in India.

Interesting Fact: The NTA faced criticism for its handling of the NEET-UG retests, highlighting the need for stricter regulations in exam supervision and administration.

Interesting Fact: The low turnout for the retests sheds light on the challenges faced by educational regulatory bodies in maintaining the credibility of high-stakes examinations like NEET-UG.

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750 of 1563 students skipped NEET-UG retest: NTA (Times of India)

India News: NEW DELHI: National Testing Agency (NTA) on Sunday said that 750 of 1563 students who were awarded grace marks skipped the retest conducted for ...

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NEET-UG 2024 re-exam: Only 813 of 1563 candidates appeared for ... (Livemint)

NTA said 63 candidates were debarred from sitting for the NEET- UG 2024 re-test all over the country over malpractices.

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NTA's NEET Mess: 'Graced' Candidates Reappear, Probing CBI ... (Kashmir Life)

SRINAGAR: After the National Testing Agency (NTA), the sole authority for conducting a basket of examinations for professional and routine degrees, ...

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750 of 1563 candidates skip NEET-UG re-test: NTA (The New Indian Express)

A high-level source in the education ministry candidly confessed that the National Testing Agency did not โ€œinstil confidenceโ€ among the public.

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NEET-UG: 750 out of 1563 students skip re-test, reveals NTA (Hindustan Times)

About 813 candidates appeared for the re-test, which took place across centres in Chandigarh, Chattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, and Meghalaya.

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NEET-UG 2024: Only 813 of 1563 candidates appeared for re-exam ... (Business Today)

Two candidates were eligible for the examination in Chandigarh, but none turned up. In Chhattisgarh, 291 candidates appeared for the test while 602 were ...

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