NEET-UG 2027 Computer-Based Exam Under Active Consideration, Centre Tells Supreme Court - Video

The Centre has told the Supreme Court that shifting NEET-UG 2027 from pen-and-paper to computer-based testing (CBT) is under "active consideration", with the government acknowledging that a decision is needed ahead of the next exam. The statement came during a hearing on reforms in the National Testing Agency (NTA), which has faced scrutiny following the 2026 paper leak. The court directed the high-powered reform task force to file an affidavit within two weeks and questioned when proposed reforms would be implemented on the ground. The bench also said it plans to visit NTA offices to assess its functioning, manpower and infrastructure.

The court stressed that lasting reforms would require permanent staff, specialised verticals, adequate infrastructure and greater digitisation, with limited dependence on deputed officials. The NTA has already begun restructuring its operations and recruiting specialists in areas including security, human resources and research. Its confidential operations have also been shifted to a dedicated government facility with enhanced security. The reform task force is expected to submit its report by the end of September, after which the final approach to CBT is likely to be considered, according to The Hindu.