The NEET-UG re-examination concluded on Sunday across centres in India and abroad, with several candidates describing the question paper as “moderate to tough”, particularly noting Physics as the most time-consuming section.
In Delhi, candidates said the Physics paper was more difficult compared to the previous attempt. “The exam was quite moderate. Physics was quite lengthy, a little bit tougher than last time. Biology was good and Chemistry was moderate,” a candidate said after exiting the centre.
Another aspirant termed the paper slightly more difficult than the earlier exam but expressed confidence about scoring well. “It was a little harder than last time. It was my first attempt, I will get around 500 marks. The arrangements inside were fine,” the candidate said.
From Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir, a candidate described the overall paper as manageable, though slightly challenging in Physics. “The paper was very good. My preparation was good, only Physics was a little difficult. Otherwise, it was good overall,” the candidate said.
In Chennai, Tamil Nadu, another candidate said the examination was tougher than the earlier attempt. “I did well but let’s see. The exam was tougher than last time,” said Tarun, an aspirant.
A candidate from Ranchi, Jharkhand, described the paper as “easy to moderate”, adding that Biology was comparatively simpler while Physics remained the most difficult section.
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According to officials, over 22 lakh candidates appeared for the re-examination held across the country following the cancellation of the earlier May 3 exam amid allegations of a question paper leak currently under investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
The National Testing Agency (NTA) implemented stringent security arrangements across centres, including multi-layer frisking, biometric verification, CCTV surveillance, and electronic surveillance systems. Exam rooms were monitored in real time, with additional invigilators and observers deployed at each centre.
Authorities said 38,795 frisking personnel and 48,448 biometric staff were deployed to ensure identity verification through face authentication. Around 6,700 observers, along with over 100 virtual monitors, oversaw the examination process.
Security was further strengthened with the deployment of jammers, while police, paramilitary forces, the Indian Air Force, and postal department personnel assisted in logistical arrangements and transport of confidential material.
The NTA also made arrangements for candidates’ convenience, including drinking water, ORS, ambulances, seating and shade for parents outside centres. Exam rooms were equipped with clocks, rough sheets, and provisions for differently-abled candidates.
The re-examination was conducted under heightened scrutiny following the alleged leak, with the CBI continuing its probe and making multiple arrests in connection with the case.
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