Introduction
The Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark judgment regarding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2025, directing the National Board of Examinations (NBE) to conduct the exam in a single shift instead of the previously proposed two-shift format. This decision comes after widespread protests from medical aspirants and concerns over fairness, transparency, and potential malpractice risks in a multi-session exam.
This blog covers:
✔ Supreme Court’s ruling and key observations
✔ Why the two-shift exam was controversial
✔ Impact on NEET-PG 2025 aspirants
✔ NBE’s response and revised exam schedule
✔ Preparatory tips for the single-shift exam
Supreme Court’s Verdict: Key Highlights
1. Petition Against Two-Shift NEET-PG 2025
- A group of NEET-PG aspirants filed a petition challenging the NBE’s decision to conduct the exam in two shifts (July 2025).
- They argued that a multi-shift format increases the risk of question paper leaks, unfair advantages, and technical glitches.
2. Supreme Court’s Observations
- Bench: Justices Hrishikesh Roy and Prashant Kumar Mishra
- Key Points:
- “A single-shift exam ensures uniformity and minimizes malpractice risks.”
- “Two shifts could lead to discrepancies in question difficulty levels, affecting merit.”
- “NBE must prioritize fairness over logistical convenience.”
3. Final Order
- NBE must conduct NEET-PG 2025 in a single shift.
- No further changes to the exam pattern will be allowed.
- NBE must ensure robust security measures to prevent leaks.
Why Was the Two-Shift Exam Controversial?
1. Risk of Question Paper Leaks
- Past exams (like NEET-UG 2024) faced allegations of paper leaks and irregularities in multi-shift formats.
- A single-shift exam reduces the chances of questions being shared between batches.
2. Uneven Difficulty Levels
- Students appearing in different shifts often report variations in question difficulty, leading to unfair ranking disparities.
3. Technical & Logistical Issues
- Two-shift exams increase the risk of server crashes, OMR sheet errors, and biometric failures.
4. Psychological Stress on Aspirants
- Many students feared that shift-based exams create unnecessary anxiety about getting a “tougher” question set.
Impact on NEET-PG 2025 Aspirants
1. Revised Exam Schedule
- Old Plan: Two shifts (Morning & Evening) in July 2025.
- New Plan: Single shift (9 AM to 12 PM) on August 10, 2025 (tentative).
2. No Change in Syllabus or Pattern
- Exam remains computer-based (CBT) with 200 MCQs.
- Syllabus: Pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical subjects.
3. Level Playing Field
- All candidates will now attempt the same question paper, ensuring fair competition.
NBE’s Response & Preparations
1. Compliance with Supreme Court Order
- NBE has halted all two-shift planning and is reworking logistics for a single-day exam.
2. Enhanced Anti-Fraud Measures
- Strict biometric verification
- AI-based surveillance to detect cheating
- Encrypted question papers
3. Admit Card & City Intimation Updates
- Revised admit cards will be issued by July 2025.
- Exam centers may be adjusted due to increased single-shift capacity.
How Should Aspirants Prepare Now?
1. Focus on High-Yield Topics
- Most Weightage: Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Recent Trends: Image-based questions, clinical case scenarios
2. Take Full-Length Mock Tests
- Practice 3-hour continuous tests to build stamina.
- Use NBE’s official practice portal for familiarity.
3. Stay Updated on Exam Changes
- Follow NBE’s website (natboard.edu.in) for updates.
Conclusion: A Win for Fairness
The Supreme Court’s intervention ensures NEET-PG 2025 will be more transparent and equitable. Aspirants can now focus on preparation without fearing shift-based biases or leaks.
What’s your take on this decision? Share in the comments!
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Last updated: [30/05/2025]
Disclaimer: Dates are tentative; check NBE for final updates.
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