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Students appearing for NEET-UG 2026 re-exam in Mumbai described the paper as tougher than expected, with Physics proving most challenging. Biology and Chemistry were comparatively easier. While most centres conducted the exam smoothly, some candidates at a Parel centre were denied entry for late arrival, prompting concern among parents and highlighting strict enforcement of NTA guidelines.

Mumbai: The rescheduled National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2026 was conducted across the country on Sunday amid heightened scrutiny and expectations from candidates appearing for the examination for a second time. Nearly 50,000 students gave the exam in Mumbai. While many students described the paper as tougher than anticipated, emotional scenes unfolded as several candidates missing the examination at different centres, including one in Parel's Maharshi Dayanand college.

Student Reactions on Difficulty

Students exiting examination centres shared mixed reactions about the paper's difficulty level. Several candidates said the Physics section was particularly challenging and time-consuming, while Biology and Chemistry were relatively manageable. Many felt the overall paper was more difficult than the original examination held earlier this year.

"We had prepared extensively after the re-exam was announced. However, the paper was tougher than expected, especially Physics. Time management became a major challenge," said a candidate who appeared for the examination in Mumbai.