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NEET-PG Exam in Rajasthan Rescheduled After Power Outage Sparks Protests
✍️ India.com
🗓 30 Aug 2026, 07:03 PM
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A power failure during the NEET-PG exam in Rajasthan forced authorities to postpone the test, prompting protests from candidates.
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post‑Graduates (NEET‑PG) scheduled in Rajasthan faced an unexpected power outage at the examination centre. The disruption halted the computer‑based test, leaving thousands of aspirants unable to complete their papers.
Students gathered outside the venue to voice their frustration, demanding a swift resolution and a clear timetable for a make‑up exam. Local officials responded by announcing that the affected paper would be rescheduled, with a new date to be communicated shortly.
The state education department has assured candidates that all necessary measures will be taken to prevent a recurrence, and that the revised schedule will align with the All‑India counselling process.
The incident has raised concerns about infrastructure readiness for high‑stakes examinations, prompting calls for stricter oversight of exam centres across the country.
Students gathered outside the venue to voice their frustration, demanding a swift resolution and a clear timetable for a make‑up exam. Local officials responded by announcing that the affected paper would be rescheduled, with a new date to be communicated shortly.
The state education department has assured candidates that all necessary measures will be taken to prevent a recurrence, and that the revised schedule will align with the All‑India counselling process.
The incident has raised concerns about infrastructure readiness for high‑stakes examinations, prompting calls for stricter oversight of exam centres across the country.