NTA Rejects Lucknow NEET Candidate's 640 Marks Allegation, Says Score of 38 Stands

NTA stands firm on Lucknow candidate's score

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has firmly rejected allegations from a Lucknow-based NEET-UG candidate who claimed to have scored 640 marks. The agency has stated that the candidate's original score of 38 remains unchanged.

Officials said the candidate's grievance was examined thoroughly. The NTA found no discrepancy in the evaluation or the final scorecard issued to the student.

Agency names five candidates in forgery claims

In a related development, the NTA has named five NEET candidates whose complaints are said to be built on what it calls digital forgeries. The agency has indicated that these candidates submitted fabricated OMR sheets to support their demands for score revisions.

The testing body has not disclosed the identities of the five candidates. However, it has made it clear that such practices will not be tolerated.

Warning against AI-generated fake OMR sheets

The NTA has issued a stern warning to candidates and their guardians about the use of fake, AI-generated OMR sheets. The agency said it has detected multiple instances where forged documents were submitted as part of result-related complaints.

Officials cautioned that legal action may follow against those found guilty of producing or submitting such fabricated evidence. The NTA is likely to involve cybercrime authorities to trace the origin of these fake sheets.

The agency has urged all candidates to rely only on official channels for result verification and grievance redressal. It has advised against falling prey to agents or online platforms promising mark upgrades.

Background of the dispute

The controversy erupted after several NEET-UG candidates, including the one from Lucknow, alleged discrepancies in their marks. They claimed their OMR sheets were either mismatched or tampered with, leading to lower-than-expected scores.

The NTA, however, maintains that its evaluation process is robust and multiple checks are in place. It has dismissed these allegations as baseless and part of a coordinated attempt to pressure the agency.

The NTA is expected to file a formal complaint with law enforcement agencies. Further investigations into the source of the forged OMR sheets are likely to follow in the coming weeks.