CBI Charges 13 in Pre-Planned NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Involving NTA Experts
The CBI has charged 13 individuals, including three National Testing Agency (NTA) subject experts, for orchestrating a multi-state, pre-planned leak of the NEET-UG 2026 question paper. The experts allegedly misused their access during the question-setting and translation process, using methods like memorizing questions, writing on chits, and marking textbooks. The leaked papers were distributed through intermediaries and coaching networks before reaching candidates. Legal proceedings are ongoing, with courts managing charge sheet scrutiny and bail hearings, while the Supreme Court considers exam format reforms to prevent future leaks.
First-hand measurement across 15 sources
We measured how 15 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 25%, Centre 75%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is negative (36/100). Lens Score 65/100.
Outlets measured: indianexpress, english, english, timesnow, theprint, news18, ndtv, english, and 7 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
All 3 outlets scored close to centre on political lean. The real divergence here is in emphasis, not lean — compare the headlines below to see how each outlet chose to frame the same facts.
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 5 Aug, 03:18 am. Other outlets followed.