The Ministry of Education made a significant announcement on June 19, 2024,  deciding to cancel the UGC NET June 2024 examination just a day after over 9 lakh students appeared for it across 317 cities. The exam is canceled due to concerns over its integrity. This unexpected move has sparked confusion and anxiety among parents and students across the country.

Details of the Decision

In a clarification posted on social media platform X, the Ministry emphasized that only the UGC NET exam stands canceled, not the NEET exam as mistakenly perceived by some candidates. The decision came after alarming reports from the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (14C), indicating potential compromises in the examination process.

Impact and Confusion Among Candidates

Many aspiring medical students preparing for the NEET exam were caught off guard by the cancellation of the UGC NET instead. This misunderstanding has led to widespread concern and speculation among parents and students about the implications for other exams and the academic calendar.

Criticism and Political Reactions

The National Testing Agency (NTA), responsible for conducting these important exams, has faced previous scrutiny, particularly following recent anomalies in the NEET UG 2024 results. Political figures, including Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, have voiced sharp criticism over the government's handling of examinations, raising significant questions about the future of students affected by these decisions.