Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Supreme Court Postpones NEET 2026 Format Hearing
The Supreme Court in India has postponed a hearing about changing the NEET exam format from pen-and-paper to computer-based testing.
They want to see what suggestions a special government team, led by Nandan Nilekani, has for making exams more secure and fair.
The team is looking at ways to use technology to prevent cheating and leaks.
Some people want the change to computer-based tests, while others prefer the traditional method.
Supreme Court postpones hearing on NEET 2026 format change.
Petition filed by RJD MP Sudhakar Singh seeks CBT mode for NEET.
Nandan Nilekani-led task force to suggest reforms for online exams.
Proposed reforms include digital locking of question papers and enhanced cybersecurity.
Transition to online exams aims to improve security and prevent leaks.
- Who
- Supreme Court of India
- What
- Postponement of hearing on NEET 2026 format
- When
- Monday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To consider recommendations from the Nandan Nilekani-led task force on online conduct of NEET examination
Proponents of CBT
Traditional Exam Supporters
Exam Format
Proponents of CBT
Support transition to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for enhanced security and efficiency.
Traditional Exam Supporters
Prefer traditional pen-and-paper format due to familiarity and accessibility.
- Petitioner
- RJD MP Sudhakar Singh
- Task Force Leader
- Nandan Nilekani
- Current Exam Format
- Pen-and-paper
- Proposed Exam Format
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Key Reforms
- Digital locking of question papers, enhanced cybersecurity measures