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NTA's advice to candidates for the NEET re-exam: Seek help from MANAS if under pressure; the exam will be conducted fairly..
Shikha Saxena | June 19, 2026 1:15 PM CST

The NEET re-examination is scheduled for June 21, and preparations are nearing completion. Meanwhile, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued an advisory for candidates appearing for the re-exam. The NTA has assured candidates that the re-examination will be conducted in a completely transparent manner and has urged them not to succumb to pressure. The NTA stated that if any candidate feels under pressure, they should not feel alone; the MANAS mental health helpline service is available, and assistance can be sought by calling 14416.

The NTA's advisory comes amidst reports of suicide cases among candidates ahead of the NEET re-examination. Let us look at the advisory issued by the NTA and understand the situation in detail.

**Do not be misled by rumors or social media chatter**
In its advisory, the NTA noted that only three days remain until the exam. Candidates have put in hard work and preparation, and now is the time to trust that effort. Candidates are advised to stay calm, get adequate sleep, and focus on delivering their best performance. The NTA also reiterated that the NEET re-examination will take place as scheduled; candidates should not be misled by rumors of postponement or social media speculation and should rely solely on official information from the NTA.

**Any irregularities during the exam will be addressed**
Reassuring the candidates, the NTA stated that comprehensive arrangements have been made—in collaboration with relevant ministries, state governments, and security agencies—to ensure a secure and fair examination. Maintaining the integrity of this process is the top priority, and a robust, multi-layered security system has been put in place to ensure this. In an advisory, the NTA has stated that any attempt to cause irregularities will be dealt with strictly.

**Cancellation of the NEET exam in the interest of candidates**
The NTA has stated that the difficult decision to cancel the NEET exam held on May 3 was taken entirely in the interest of the candidates. The NTA added that as soon as an issue came to light, immediate steps were taken to uphold the fairness of the process for all honest candidates. We have learned from those experiences and have further strengthened the system this time.

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