Vijayawada Administration Beefs Up Security for Upcoming NEET-UG 2026 Re-Exam
Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad has directed district officials to implement stringent security measures for the upcoming NEET-UG 2026 re-exam. With over 65,000 candidates registered, the state aims to ensure a smooth, fair, and incident-free examination process this Sunday.
Highlights
- •Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad confirmed 65,790 candidates will appear at 185 centers for the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam.
- •Authorities have deployed 1,500 police and central security personnel to maintain order and prevent exam irregularities.
- •Districts must establish control rooms to monitor security and ensure safe handling of question papers and answer scripts.
- •Students with disabilities are granted an extra hour, and centers will provide first-aid, drinking water, and ORS packets.
Authorities in Vijayawada are making final preparations to ensure the successful and secure conduct of the upcoming NEET-UG 2026 examination. With the re-exam scheduled for Sunday, state officials are prioritizing a smooth process to avoid any disruptions or irregularities for the thousands of students appearing for the test.
Extensive Security Measures for NEET-UG 2026
Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad conducted a virtual review meeting with district collectors and superintendents of police to finalize the logistics. Across the state, 65,790 candidates are expected to participate in the examination at 185 designated centers. To maintain strict oversight, the Chief Secretary has mandated the establishment of dedicated control rooms in every district, allowing for real-time monitoring of the entire testing process.
The security framework for NEET-UG 2026 is robust, involving the deployment of approximately 1,500 police personnel and central security forces at the examination venues. Officials have been directed to manage the transportation of question papers with extreme caution, ensuring that they remain under tight surveillance from distribution to the final storage of answer scripts in secure strong rooms.
Proactive Oversight and Candidate Support
To preserve the integrity of the examination, the state is enforcing several precautionary measures. These include imposing restrictions on movement near centers and potentially suspending internet services in sensitive areas. Furthermore, authorities are maintaining heightened surveillance over potential avenues for malpractice, including photocopy centers, cyber cafés, and local coaching institutes.
G. Sai Prasad explicitly warned against the spread of misinformation on social media regarding potential question paper leaks, urging officials to act decisively against such rumors. The administration is also taking a firm stance against impersonation, instructing district authorities to strictly verify candidate identities and immediately register cases against any offenders.
In addition to security, the administration is focusing on student welfare during the NEET-UG 2026 window, which spans from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. this Sunday. Facilities such as accessible drinking water, ORS packets, and first-aid kits are being arranged at all centers. Recognizing the needs of students with disabilities, the government has confirmed that they will be granted an additional hour to complete their papers, ensuring a fair and equitable testing environment for all participants.
