Sun May 04 04:50:00 UTC 2025: ## NEET UG 2025 Paper Leak Rumors Debunked by PIB Fact Check

**New Delhi, May 4, 2025** – The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the NEET UG 2025 exam today from 2 PM to 5 PM amidst heightened security following last year’s exam irregularities. Despite increased vigilance, including an expanded network of 5453 exam centers (up from 4750 in 2024), rumors of a paper leak have circulated widely on social media platforms like Telegram.

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has issued a fact check, categorically debunking these claims. The PIB confirmed that images circulating online purporting to show the leaked question paper are fake. The agency urged students to remain vigilant against such misinformation.

This year’s exam was held across 552 cities in India and 14 cities abroad. The NTA prioritized utilizing university, college, and school facilities as exam centers, with local authorities conducting thorough inspections.

The NTA has provided a mechanism for reporting suspicious activity related to the NEET UG 2025 exam. Complaints regarding any irregularities at exam centers could be reported on the NTA official website, nta.ac.in, until 5 PM on May 4th. Multi-layered monitoring at the district, state, and central levels has been implemented to ensure the exam’s integrity.

The increased security measures reflect the NTA’s efforts to learn from past mistakes and prevent any recurrence of irregularities. The agency’s proactive approach underlines its commitment to conducting a fair and transparent examination.

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