New Delhi, June 19: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed all medical colleges and institutions under its purview not to grant leave to students on June 20 and 21, except in exceptional circumstances, as part of measures to ensure the smooth and fair conduct of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21.
In a notice issued on Thursday, the Commission said the directive follows instructions from the Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education and comes amid concerns over instances in which medical students were allegedly involved in activities that could compromise the sanctity and integrity of the examination process.
The NMC asked colleges to remain vigilant and sensitise students against any involvement in activities prejudicial to the conduct of the examination. It said restricting leave during the period is a preventive measure aimed at discouraging any potential misuse and supporting the fair conduct of the test.
The communication has been sent to the deans and principals of all medical colleges and institutions under the Commission’s purview.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) had cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 examination held on May 3 following allegations of a paper leak. The Centre subsequently ordered a comprehensive CBI probe into the irregularities. The re-examination is scheduled to be held on June 21.
