UGC NET 2024 Cancelled: New Exam Dates and CBI Investigation Details Announced by NTA. In a momentous event, the Education Ministry has cancelled the UGC NET June 2024 exam, which was scheduled for June 18. The decision was made in response to concerns about the integrity of the examination process. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has stated that a new examination will be held soon, with specifics to be announced separately. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is presently investigating the matter.
Official Statement from the NTA
The NTA issued the following announcement on X (previously Twitter): “UGC NET UPDATE:- A new examination will be undertaken, for which more information will be released individually. The matter has been handed over to the CBI for a full investigation. This move seeks to provide openness and preserve the sanctity of the examination process.
Examination Details
This year, a record 11 lakh candidates registered for the UGC NET, which was held on a single day using pen and paper. The test evaluates Indian nationals’ eligibility for junior research scholarships, assistant professorships, and entrance to PhD programs at Indian universities and colleges.
Reasons for the Cancellation
The Union Education Ministry decided to cancel the exam after receiving reports of potential challenges to its integrity. Allegations of question paper leaks in places such as Bihar, among other anomalies, pushed the government to take such extreme action. The decision underscores the government’s commitment to maintaining the highest level of fairness in the examination process.
“To preserve the highest level of transparency and sanctity in the examination process, it has been decided to cancel the UGC-NET June 2024 examination. A new examination will be done, with information shared separately. Simultaneously, the subject will be turned over to the CBI for a thorough investigation,” the ministry said in a statement.
Broader Context and Ongoing Issues
This cancellation comes amid a larger dispute over the NEET medical admission exam, which is currently before the Supreme Court due to claims of irregularities. Reports of question paper leaks and other malpractices have generated protests in different cities, prompting numerous petitions to various high courts including the Supreme Court.
Conclusion
The cancellation of the UGC NET June 2024 exam demonstrates the Education Ministry’s commitment to a fair and transparent assessment procedure. As the CBI takes up the probe, the academic community awaits further information about the postponed exam. The ministry’s proactive efforts are intended to restore confidence in the test system and create a level playing field for all candidates.
Stay tuned for more updates as the NTA releases further information about the fresh examination dates and other related developments.
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