Medical Body Challenges NTA Paper Leak Measures in SC
By Business Desk
FAIMA challenges NTA’s anti-paper leak measures in Supreme Court, demanding stricter accountability and systemic reforms for exam integrity.
The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the effectiveness of the National Testing Agency’s (NTA) measures against examination paper leaks. This action highlights concerns over student welfare amid recurring incidents.
FAIMA contends that the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026, falls short. The association specifically points out the absence of stricter penalties for authorized individuals who misuse access to confidential exam materials.
- The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026, lacks robust provisions for punishing authorized personnel.
- The government has not implemented 101 recommendations from the 2024 Dr. K Radhakrishnan Committee.
- A subsequent paper leak in 2026 led to a new task force under Nandan Nilekani, despite previous reforms.
How Regulatory Frameworks Are Being Questioned
The core of FAIMA’s argument centers on the 2026 Act’s perceived loopholes. They argue that authorized personnel, with their privileged access, require more stringent accountability to prevent leaks from within the system.
The History of Unaddressed Reforms
Following a prior NEET-UG paper leak, the Dr. K Radhakrishnan Committee had provided 101 recommendations in 2024 aimed at reforming the examination process and enhancing data security. However, these suggestions remained largely unimplemented, culminating in another leak in 2026.
This repeated failure prompted the formation of a new task force led by Nandan Nilekani. FAIMA has emphasized that continuous committee formations without concrete action negatively impact students.
The association’s petition before the Supreme Court specifically advocates for the replacement or restructuring of the NTA with an autonomous body dedicated to conducting medical entrance examinations. The Supreme Court is currently reviewing multiple petitions concerning these issues, including FAIMA’s.
Parallel to this, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has initiated an investigation into the allegations surrounding the recent paper leak. This ongoing legal challenge underscores a critical demand for systemic changes rather than superficial responses to examination integrity.