National Desk
21 July
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
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This year, more than 11,000 candidates scored zero or negative marks in the controversial NEET-UG medical entrance exam, according to the results announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The lowest score recorded was -180, secured by a candidate at a center in Bihar. Among the total, over 2,250 candidates scored zero marks, while more than 9,400 candidates received negative marks.
The negative scoring in NEET-UG has raised concerns about the exam’s difficulty and the preparedness of the candidates. A significant number of those who scored less than zero marks took the exam at centers in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand.
The results have sparked debates on the quality of education and the effectiveness of the NEET-UG exam format. Critics argue that such a high number of low scores indicates a need for better training and support for students aspiring to join the medical field.
Authorities are urged to review the examination process and consider reforms to ensure that candidates are better equipped to meet the demands of the test. The NTA is expected to address these concerns in the coming weeks.