After NEET-UG row, NTA taps retired armed forces officers as exam observers

Published 12 Nov 2026, 15:11 IST

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) is establishing a permanent pool of independent observers that will include retired armed‑forces and paramilitary personnel as well as former state and Central government officers. This step is part of a broader overhaul of the examination system undertaken after recent security breaches and allegations of paper leaks.

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NTA also seeks exam centres with 285 computers as part of sweeping post-leak security overhaul.

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The Tribune The Tribune Trust 12 Nov 2026, 14:52 IST

Paper leak impact: NTA to appoint retired armed forces personnel as observers

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is creating a permanent pool of independent observers, including retired armed forces and paramilitary personnel and retired state and Central government officers, as part of a wider overhaul of the examination system following security breaches and allegations of…

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The Times of India Bennett, Coleman & Co. 12 Nov 2026, 15:10 IST

After NEET row, NTA invites retired defence personnel to monitor exams

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The Assam Tribune Assam Tribune Group Current article 12 Nov 2026, 15:11 IST

After NEET-UG row, NTA taps retired armed forces officers as exam observers

NTA also seeks exam centres with 285 computers as part of sweeping post-leak security overhaul.

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