The National Testing Agency (NTA) has taken significant steps to address recent examination challenges by terminating over 50 staff members. This decision follows notable incidents this year, including errors found in the UGC-NET question papers and a leak concerning the NEET-UG 2026 exam. In addition to these staff changes, the NTA is in the process of appointing 10 new leadership positions to enhance its operational effectiveness. Officials announced these developments on Monday, highlighting the agency’s commitment to improving the integrity of its examination processes.
NTA Announces Re-exam for UGC NET Papers Due to Errors
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a re-examination for the UGC NET papers in English, Commerce, and Sociology. This decision follows the discovery of errors in the question papers by a panel formed by the NTA. The announcement was made on Sunday, just one day before the re-exam was confirmed.
NTA to Recruit Specialists for System Reforms
The Ministry has instructed the National Testing Agency (NTA) to initiate reforms within its operations. As part of this initiative, NTA plans to recruit experts from the private sector, focusing on areas such as cybersecurity, psychometrics, and question paper design, among other specialized fields.
