Delhi Court Denies Bail to Doctor in NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak Case - Video

A Delhi court on July 24 denied regular bail to an accused in the alleged NEET UG 2026 paper leak case, observing that if the prosecution's allegations are ultimately proven, the accused not only "sabotaged" the examination process but also "brought disrepute to the Nation" and eroded the trust of honest students. Rejecting the bail plea, Special Judge Ajay Gupta of the Rouse Avenue Courts held that the CBI's investigation prima facie indicated the doctor's active role in the conspiracy. According to the agency, he allegedly arranged for candidates to receive leaked Chemistry questions, referred beneficiaries to the alleged kingpin, accepted illegal payments, and attempted to conceal part of the proceeds recovered during the investigation.

The Court observed that witness statements and digital evidence prima facie established the accused as an active conspirator in an organised paper leak racket. It noted that the leaked questions allegedly matched 42 questions that appeared in the NEET UG 2026 examination. Holding that the investigation remained at a crucial stage and that the accused could influence witnesses if released, the Court ruled that the seriousness of the allegations outweighed his claim for bail. It also remarked that the alleged conspiracy caused significant financial loss to the government while undermining public confidence in one of the country's most important competitive examinations, according to a Law Beat report.