Rahul Gandhi Alleges Fresh UGC-NET Paper Leak Scandal

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the government of a massive breach in the UGC-NET Sociology examination, alleging that the question paper was sold for ₹2.25 lakh and that 90 questions from the leaked material matched the actual test. Gandhi criticized the administration in the Lok Sabha, asserting that the systemic failure of the national testing apparatus continues to harm the futures of millions of Indian students. The allegations follow widespread unrest regarding the integrity of NEET and other national-level entrance examinations this year.

The current controversy is rooted in a series of reported irregularities that have plagued the national examination landscape since early 2026. Students and opposition groups argue that the government has failed to implement robust safeguards, leading to repeated paper leaks and administrative negligence. The Ministry of Education and the National Testing Agency have faced intense scrutiny as provisional answer keys for the June 2026 cycle are anticipated, while the credibility of these standardized tests remains at an all-time low.

The ongoing crisis is mobilizing student bodies and political activists to demand systemic overhaul and greater accountability for the lapses. While the government maintains its position on conducting fair examinations, the recurring nature of these scandals suggests a significant disconnect between current administrative measures and the reality on the ground. The demand for transparency is expected to intensify as students await the official release of the UGC-NET answer keys and final results, with further protests likely across university campuses nationwide.