A massive power failure at two exam centers in Sitapura, Jaipur, disrupted the NEET PG examination for 2,445 candidates. NBEMS has formed a 3-member probe panel and scheduled a re-examination for the affected students on September 5.

  • Power outage at two centers in Sitapura, Jaipur, halted the NEET PG exam.
  • A total of 2,445 candidates were unable to complete their examination.
  • Re-examination is scheduled for September 5 at 3:00 PM in Jaipur.
  • A 3-member committee comprising state, health ministry, and electricity officials has been formed.

The NEET PG 2026 examination in Jaipur witnessed chaos on Sunday when a sudden power failure struck two key centers in the Sitapura area. The outage led to a total system shutdown, leaving candidates stranded and unable to complete their papers. This technical failure caused significant distress among medical graduates who had spent years preparing for this high-stakes entrance exam.

In response to the crisis, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has constituted a high-level three-member inquiry committee. The panel includes a senior official from the Rajasthan Government, a Joint Secretary-level officer from the Union Ministry of Health, and a senior engineering officer from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The committee is tasked with investigating why the power backup systems failed at these critical centers.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the failure of basic infrastructure like electricity in high-stakes national exams points to a critical gap in center auditing. When 2,445 aspiring doctors lose their momentum due to a power cut, it isn't just a technical glitch but a systemic failure that affects the mental well-being and meritocracy of the medical entrance process.

"National-level competitive exams require 100% redundancy in power and connectivity; any failure here undermines the integrity of the entire examination process."

Following the incident, several misleading posts circulated on social media claiming that the question paper had been leaked. However, PIB Fact Check swiftly debunked these rumors, labeling them as misleading. PIB clarified that there was no leak and the disruption was solely due to technical issues at the iON Digital Zone (IDZ) Sitapura centers. The board has expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to the students.

To ensure a fair and equal opportunity for all, NBEMS has announced that the re-examination for the affected 2,445 candidates will take place on September 5 at 3:00 PM in Jaipur. Strict instructions have been issued to ensure foolproof power supply and backup arrangements for the upcoming date.

Did You Know?: NEET PG is one of India's most competitive exams, where thousands of MBBS graduates vie for limited postgraduate seats, requiring absolute technical stability at digital centers.

Examination Status Comparison

Details Original Exam (Sunday) Re-exam (Sept 5)
Status Disrupted (Power Cut) Scheduled & Secured
Affected Count 2,445 Candidates Only Affected Candidates
Location IDZ Sitapura, Jaipur Jaipur (To be confirmed)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Was there a paper leak in the Jaipur NEET PG exam?
A: No, PIB Fact Check has confirmed that the claims of a paper leak are completely false; the issue was strictly a power failure.

Q2: When and at what time will the re-exam be held?
A: The re-examination for the 2,445 affected candidates will be held on September 5 at 3:00 PM.