Medical students in Jaipur protested after severe technical failures and power outages disrupted the NEET-PG 2026 exam. NBEMS has announced a re-exam for the affected centers on September 5.

  • Severe power outages and server failures disrupted the NEET-PG exam at an iON Digital Zone in Jaipur.
  • Students reported computers shutting down every 10-15 minutes, causing extreme mental distress.
  • NBEMS has scheduled a re-examination for the affected centers on September 5.
  • Protesting students are demanding a nationwide re-exam to ensure level playing fields.

The NEET-PG 2026 examination, held on Sunday in the Sitapura area of Jaipur, turned into a nightmare for medical aspirants. The Computer-Based Test (CBT), scheduled from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, was plagued by recurring power outages and technical glitches that left many unable to complete their exams.

Candidates described a scene of utter chaos. Some struggled to log in, while others faced situations where the screen went black immediately after a question appeared. One aspirant, Dr. Gaurav, highlighted the absurdity of the situation, stating that the exam effectively started and ended ten times within a two-hour window. This unpredictability made it impossible for students to maintain the focus required for such a high-stakes professional exam.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that such systemic failures in high-stakes examinations undermine the integrity of the entire medical licensing process. When infrastructure fails during a national-level exam, it creates an inequitable environment where merit is overshadowed by technical luck, potentially affecting the quality of future healthcare professionals.

"Fairness in examination is not just about the questions, but about the equality of the environment in which they are answered."

Local authorities, including ACP Lalit Sharma, arrived at the scene following reports of unrest. The administration confirmed that server malfunctions and electrical faults were the primary causes of the disruption. Furthermore, students raised serious allegations regarding the lack of basic amenities at the center, including inadequate cooling systems and insufficient drinking water.

Following intense protests from students and emotional pleas from parents, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) issued a statement. Acknowledging "internal power supply issues," the board announced that a re-examination for the affected centers (Center Nos. 41,682 and 41,683) will be conducted on September 5.

Did You Know?: NEET-PG is one of India's most competitive exams, determining the future specialists of the nation's medical workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When will the re-exam take place for the Jaipur center?
The re-examination for the affected centers in Jaipur is scheduled for September 5.

2. Why are students protesting against the re-exam decision?
Students argue that since different centers faced different conditions, a partial re-exam creates an unfair advantage, and they are demanding a full re-exam for all centers to ensure parity.