Patna (Bihar) [India], May 3 (ANI): As the NEET examination approaches, authorities are ramping up security measures to prevent malpractice. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Cyber Sanjay Kumar announced that full preparations are in place, with advisories issued and two specialised teams deployed.

Speaking to the media, Kumar urged the public to report any illegal offers related to the exam.

'We are entirely prepared for the NEET exam. The advisory has been issued for the examination. If anyone makes any illegal offer, then I request everyone to report it. We have formed two teams. We have a social media team who is putting an eye on everything and another is the raid team,' the DIG Cyber said.

Ahead of NEET (UG) 2025, the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday said that all preparations for the safe and secure conduct of the examination have been completed, with state governments across the country placed on high alert.

The strong security push comes in the aftermath of the NEET-UG 2024 controversy, which saw allegations of paper leaks, inflated marks, and legal battles over grace marks, prompting widespread protests and court scrutiny.

This year, the NTA has taken 'all measures' to ensure the integrity of the exam. Candidates will undergo thorough checks by district police, in addition to NTA's standard security protocols, before entering exam centres.

Question papers and OMR sheets will be transported under full police protection to prevent any tampering or leaks. Authorities will closely monitor coaching centres and online platforms to prevent organised cheating networks. Exam centers will be equipped with CCTV cameras to ensure transparency and accountability.

'The National Testing Agency shall be conducting the NEET(UG) 2025 Examination across 5453 centres in the Country and 13 cities abroad on 4th May, 2025. All preparations and logistical arrangements for organising a safe and secure examination have been made,' the agency said in an official statement.

Over 22.7 lakh candidates have registered for the examination, which will be held from 2 PM to 5 PM. The NTA said mock drills were successfully conducted at all centres on Saturday to assess readiness. To combat the spread of misinformation, the NTA has intensified action against social media accounts and groups allegedly making false claims. (ANI)