The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced a re-exam on September 5 for NEET-PG candidates in Jaipur following severe power outages and system crashes at two major centers.

  • Re-examination scheduled for September 5 at 3 PM in Jaipur.
  • Affected candidates are from test centers 41,682 and 41,683 at iON Digital Zone.
  • NBEMS officially apologized for 'internal power supply issues' that disrupted the exam.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has stepped in to rectify a chaotic situation in Rajasthan, where a significant number of medical aspirants faced severe technical hurdles during the NEET-PG 2026 examination. On Sunday, the board officially announced that a re-examination would be conducted for those affected by power outages at two specific centers in Jaipur's Sitapura area.

According to official statements, the disruptions occurred at test centers 41,682 and 41,683 located at the iON Digital Zone iDZ. The NBEMS attributed the failure to "internal power supply issues," which prevented candidates from completing their high-stakes medical entrance test. The board has expressed its regret, stating, "NBEMS apologises to the affected candidates for the inconvenience caused."

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The ground reality was far more distressing for the students. Candidates reported a nightmare scenario where the computer systems were crashing repeatedly. One candidate, Dr. Gaurav, revealed that the exam started and ended nearly ten times within a two-hour window, leaving students in a state of panic and confusion. Another aspirant, Vishnu Sharma, highlighted the financial and emotional toll, questioning why such a prestigious national exam lacked basic infrastructure despite the substantial fees charged.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that this incident highlights a critical gap in the infrastructure readiness of outsourced digital exam centers. When a high-stakes exam like NEET-PG—which determines the future of thousands of doctors—is compromised by something as basic as a power cut, it raises serious questions about the quality control and auditing of these centers. The demand from some candidates to cancel the exam nationwide reflects a growing distrust in the systemic reliability of national-level testing.

Infrastructure failure in medical entrance exams is not just a technical glitch; it is a psychological blow to candidates who have spent years preparing for a single day.

The NBEMS confirmed that the NEET-PG 2026 was conducted across 1,111 centers nationwide, with 265,980 candidates appearing. While the vast majority completed the test, the failure in Jaipur remains a significant blot on the administration of the 2026 cycle. Revised admit cards will be issued to the affected students shortly.

Detail Original Exam Re-Examination
Date August 30, 2026 September 5, 2026
Time Standard Schedule 3:00 PM
Location Nationwide Jaipur (Selected Centers)
Did You Know?: The NEET-PG is one of the most competitive exams globally, serving as the gateway for thousands of doctors to specialize in various medical fields across India.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Who is eligible for the re-examination on September 5?
Only candidates who were assigned to test centers 41,682 and 41,683 in Jaipur and were affected by the power outage.

Q2: Will new admit cards be issued?
Yes, NBEMS has confirmed that revised admit cards will be provided to the concerned candidates.