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CBI arrests in NEET-UG leak

Analysis based on 36 articles · First reported May 27, 2026 · Last updated May 27, 2026

Sentiment
-50
Attention
4
Articles
36
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

The ongoing investigation and arrests in the NEET-UG paper leak case have a negative impact on the education sector, particularly on the credibility of national examinations and institutions like the India — National Testing Agency>>>. This event could lead to increased scrutiny and regulatory changes in the examination process, potentially affecting companies involved in educational services and test preparation.

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Event Summary

The United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation>>> has made two more arrests in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, bringing the total number of arrests to 13. The newly arrested individuals are Manoj Shirure>>>, a Latur-based doctor, and Tejas Harshadkumar Shah>>>, a physics teacher at Dr. Abhang Prabhu Medical Academy in Pune. Manoj Shirure>>> is accused of facilitating students, including the son of Renukai Career Centre founder Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar>>>, in obtaining leaked Chemistry questions from Medha Kulkarni>>>. Tejas Harshadkumar Shah>>> allegedly received leaked Physics questions from Manisha Sanjay Havaldar>>> and passed them on to students. The United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation>>> has conducted searches at 49 locations, seizing incriminating documents and electronic devices, and is continuing its investigation to uncover the full conspiracy. The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) was cancelled on May 12 due to the leak, and a re-examination is scheduled for June 21 under enhanced security measures mandated by the India — Ministry of Education (India)>>>. The case was registered following a complaint from the India — Department of Higher Education (India)>>>.

Key Actions
90 United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation arrested Manoj Shirure
90 United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation arrested Tejas Harshadkumar Shah
80 United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation conducted searches
70 India — Department of Higher Education (India) filed complaint United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation
70 Manoj Shirure facilitated leaked questions
70 Tejas Harshadkumar Shah obtained leaked questions
60 Medha Kulkarni provided questions Manoj Shirure
60 United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation arrested Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar
50 Manisha Sanjay Havaldar leaked questions Tejas Harshadkumar Shah
50 Manisha Gurunath Mandhare leaked questions
Entities Involved
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United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation
The United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation>>> is the primary agency investigating the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, making arrests and conducting searches to uncover the full conspiracy. Its actions are crucial in addressing the integrity of the examination.
Importance 90 Sentiment 20
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India — National Testing Agency
The India — National Testing Agency>>> is responsible for conducting the NEET-UG examination. Its credibility has been negatively impacted due to the paper leak, leading to the cancellation of the exam and a scheduled re-examination.
Importance 80 Sentiment -60
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Manoj Shirure
Manoj Shirure>>>, a Latur-based doctor, was arrested for allegedly facilitating students in obtaining leaked Chemistry questions. His involvement highlights the network of individuals involved in the paper leak.
Importance 70 Sentiment -80
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Tejas Harshadkumar Shah
Tejas Harshadkumar Shah>>>, a physics teacher at Dr. Abhang Prabhu Medical Academy, was arrested for receiving and passing on leaked Physics questions. His arrest indicates the involvement of coaching institute faculty in the leak.
Importance 70 Sentiment -80
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India
India>>> is the nation where the NEET-UG paper leak occurred, impacting over 22 lakh students and raising concerns about the integrity of its national examination system. The event has broad societal and educational implications.
Importance 70 Sentiment -30
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Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar
Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar>>>, founder of Renukai Career Centre, was arrested for his alleged role in the paper leak, specifically in facilitating students to receive leaked questions. His arrest implicates the coaching industry.
Importance 60 Sentiment -80
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Medha Kulkarni
Medha Kulkarni>>>, a retired Chemistry teacher associated with India — National Testing Agency>>>, was arrested for allegedly providing leaked Chemistry questions. He is a key source of the leaked material.
Importance 60 Sentiment -80
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Manisha Sanjay Havaldar
Manisha Sanjay Havaldar>>> is an arrested accused from whom Tejas Harshadkumar Shah>>> allegedly received leaked Physics questions. She is identified as a source of leaked examination material.
Importance 50 Sentiment -80
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Manisha Gurunath Mandhare
Manisha Gurunath Mandhare>>> was arrested for her involvement in setting and translating question papers, specifically Botany and Zoology, and allegedly leaking them. Her role highlights insider involvement.
Importance 50 Sentiment -80
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India — Department of Higher Education (India)
The India — Department of Higher Education (India)>>> under the India — Ministry of Education (India)>>> filed the formal complaint that initiated the United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation>>>'s probe into the NEET-UG paper leak. It plays a role in the regulatory oversight.
Importance 40 Sentiment 10
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India — Ministry of Education (India)
The India — Ministry of Education (India)>>> mandated enhanced security measures for the re-examination of NEET-UG and received the complaint that led to the United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation>>>'s investigation. It is involved in the regulatory response to the leak.
Importance 40 Sentiment 10
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