LEGAL AND CONSTITUTIONAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE NEET SCAM

Authored by Monika Srivastava*

ABSTRACT

The NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) scam has ignited a nationwide debate on The Integrity of National Entrance Examinations in India. This paper quests whether the NEET scam depicts Cracking the exam or Cracking the system and also examines systematic vulnerabilities which allowed the breach. It critically examines the legal accountability of institutions which is governing the national level entrance tests, such as National Testing Agency and discusses the rights of aggrieved Students and guardians under Article 14 (equality before law), Article 21 (Right to life and Education) of Indian Constitution. The scam questions on the centralized testing regimes and advocates for stringent legal framework. The paper also explores the several incidents of leaked papers which happened not only at centre level examinations but also at the state level examinations. It also compares the legal framework of other countries and stringent entrance exam systems. By evaluating key case studies and judicial responses, the paper highlights both the strengths and limitations of the legislation. The paper concludes with reform proposals aims at restoring public trust in India’s education system.

Keywords: NEET Exam, Paper Leaks, Education, NTA

* 3rd year BA. LL.B. (Hons); Student of Central University of South Bihar, GAYA; Available at: ssmmonika06@gmail.com.

Publication date and year: 17 August 2026

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Preferred Citation: Monika Srivastava, LEGAL AND CONSTITUTIONAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE NEET SCAM, Journal of Unique Laws an Students ISSN:2583-1607, pg. 70 to 88 Vol. III-II, (2026)