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Entrance Exams After Class 12 In 2026

Entrance Exams After Class 12 In 2026

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Nayagam PP, founder of Edujob360, offers a list of the top entrance exams, their timelines, eligibility criteria, exam patterns and preparation strategies to help you plan the year ahead.

Uttar Pradesh pre-medical entrance exam 2007

Uttar Pradesh pre-medical entrance exam 2007

Rediff.com28 Jun 2007

UP pre-medical entrance exam 2007.

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Considering the competition, engineering aspirants should ideally consider taking a minimum of five to seven entrance exams to maximise their chances of success and broaden their options when it comes to college, says rediffGURU Nayagam PP.

All India Medical Entrance Exam

All India Medical Entrance Exam

Rediff.com19 Sep 2003

The All India Institute of Medical Science, New Delhi, invites applications for the All India Post Graduate Medical/Dental Entrance Examination.

Delhi NEET aspirant dies by suicide, family cites exam stress

Delhi NEET aspirant dies by suicide, family cites exam stress

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 20-year-old NEET aspirant allegedly committed suicide at her residence in Delhi. The incident occurred after the National Testing Agency cancelled the NEET exam held on May 3 due to paper leak allegations, scheduling a re-examination for June 21.

SC lifts bar on results of common medical entrance exam

SC lifts bar on results of common medical entrance exam

Rediff.com13 May 2013

The Supreme Court on Monday lifted the bar on declaration of results for MBBS and medical post graduate courses for which entrance exams have already been conducted in the current academic year.

NEET aspirants lose faith in NTA after leak; seek AIIMS to conduct exam

NEET aspirants lose faith in NTA after leak; seek AIIMS to conduct exam

Rediff.com7 days ago

The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 due to alleged paper leaks has led to widespread outrage among aspirants, who are questioning the competence of the National Testing Agency (NTA) and demanding that AIIMS-Delhi conduct the medical entrance exam.

NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide; Exam Cancellation Suspected

NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide; Exam Cancellation Suspected

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 20-year-old NEET aspirant allegedly died by suicide at her home in Delhi after the NEET exam was cancelled. Family members suspect the cancellation of the national entrance test led to her taking this extreme step.

Woman Detained In Pune Over NEET Paper Leak

Woman Detained In Pune Over NEET Paper Leak

Rediff.com6 days ago

A woman has been detained in Pune for her alleged involvement in the NEET paper leak case and handed over to the CBI for further investigation.

Odisha NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide After Exam

Odisha NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide After Exam

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A 19-year-old NEET aspirant in Odisha's Bhadrak district was found dead in his house, with his family alleging he took his life fearing failure in the exam.

Top 9 entrance exams for aspiring doctors

Top 9 entrance exams for aspiring doctors

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

All about eligibility, test pattern and selection processes to crack All India and independent medical entrances across country.

NEET aspirant hangs self in UP after exam cancellation

NEET aspirant hangs self in UP after exam cancellation

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 21-year-old NEET aspirant hanged himself on Thursday in his house Lakhimpur Kheri's Gangotrinagar locality over the cancellation of the NEET after a paper leak, a family member said.

NEET-UG Re-Exam: 'Stamina Matters More Than Speed Now'

NEET-UG Re-Exam: 'Stamina Matters More Than Speed Now'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'This is not the end of your preparation. It is an unexpected extension of the race,' say experts.

UP Medical entrance exam cancelled after paper leak

UP Medical entrance exam cancelled after paper leak

Rediff.com22 Jun 2014

The entrance examination to the MBBS course in medical colleges of Uttar Pradesh was canceled on Sunday following leakage of the papers in Ghaziabad. The papers were allegedly leaked out from two nationalized banks where the papers were kept in the safe deposit vault (strong room).

Medical Student Commits Suicide In Gurugram PG

Medical Student Commits Suicide In Gurugram PG

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A 30-year-old medical student was found dead in his room in a paying guest accommodation in Gurugram. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, which is suspected to be a suicide.

NEET-UG re-exam on June 21; computer-based test from next year: Pradhan

NEET-UG re-exam on June 21; computer-based test from next year: Pradhan

Rediff.com4 days ago

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the NEET-UG medical entrance exam, which was cancelled due to alleged irregularities, will be re-conducted on June 21.

NEET 2018: What's new about the medical entrance exam?

NEET 2018: What's new about the medical entrance exam?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

Now candidates can appear for NEET any number of times.

Medical entrance exam for MD, MS, PG diploma

Medical entrance exam for MD, MS, PG diploma

Rediff.com17 Mar 2010

Amrita School of Medicine invites applications for Amrita Entrance Examination -- Medical (2010) for admission to MD/ MS and PG diploma courses.

Rahul's 'Pariksha pe Charcha' dig at Modi over NEET paper leak

Rahul's 'Pariksha pe Charcha' dig at Modi over NEET paper leak

Rediff.com2 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the NEET paper leak controversy, demanding the sacking of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and questioning the government's handling of the situation.

Parliamentary panel to review NEET paper leak, NTA reforms

Parliamentary panel to review NEET paper leak, NTA reforms

Rediff.com1 days ago

A parliamentary panel has decided to review the implementation of reforms in the National Testing Agency (NTA) as well as the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case and has summoned NTA Chairperson Pradeep Kumar Joshi and other bureaucrats for deliberations.

NEET paper leak: Accused Shubham Khairnar sent to CBI transit remand

NEET paper leak: Accused Shubham Khairnar sent to CBI transit remand

Rediff.com6 days ago

A court in Mumbai has sent an accused, arrested in Nashik in connection with the alleged NEET paper leak, to a two-day transit remand of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CBI took Shubham Khairnar into custody on Tuesday night and presented him before a magistrate's court, seeking his transit remand to take him to Delhi for further investigation.

How To Get Free NEET UG Counselling

How To Get Free NEET UG Counselling

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

NEET2Seat is an AI-powered platform that helps students predict ranks, shortlist colleges, and plan their counselling strategy using data-driven insights instead of guesswork.

NEET-UG Re-Exam On June 21; Computer-Based Test From 2027

NEET-UG Re-Exam On June 21; Computer-Based Test From 2027

Rediff.com4 days ago

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced the NEET-UG re-examination will be held on June 21, with plans to transition to a computer-based test from next year. This decision follows allegations of irregularities in the original exam, prompting strict action and a commitment to ensuring fairness for students.

Common entrance exam for all medical courses soon?

Common entrance exam for all medical courses soon?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2010

The Medical Council of India (MCI) has suggested a common entrance exam for undergrad and postgrad courses in the country that will apply to all govt, private and minority institutes.

NEET case: Court sends coaching centre founder to 9-day CBI custody

NEET case: Court sends coaching centre founder to 9-day CBI custody

Rediff.com1 days ago

The CBI has arrested Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar, founder of Renukai Career Centre, for his alleged involvement in the NEET-UG paper leak. The arrest followed the recovery of a leaked question paper from his mobile phone.

Why the common medical entrance test failed to take off

Why the common medical entrance test failed to take off

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Parents and medical students react to the Supreme Court judgement.

9 Most Difficult Exams Across The Globe

9 Most Difficult Exams Across The Globe

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Success percentage rates of some of these toughest exams in the world is in single digits

Army introduces online common entrance exam for Agniveers

Army introduces online common entrance exam for Agniveers

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

The army has issued notifications on the modification in recruitment procedure for Agniveers and others.

Pune College Suspends Lecturer Arrested In NEET Paper Leak Case

Pune College Suspends Lecturer Arrested In NEET Paper Leak Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A botany lecturer from Pune's Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce has been suspended following her arrest by the CBI in connection with the NEET-2026 paper leak case.

Govt cancels PG medical entrance

Govt cancels PG medical entrance

Rediff.com3 Apr 2006

The court was hearing a petition filed by 12 successful candidates of the AIPGMEE conducted by AIIMS seeking direction to the government not to cancel the results.

Failed twice in NEET, UP youth amputates foot for quota seat

Failed twice in NEET, UP youth amputates foot for quota seat

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

A youth in Uttar Pradesh, India, amputated his foot in a desperate attempt to gain admission to medical college through the disability quota after failing the NEET exam twice. Police are investigating the incident.

Kingpin conspired with NTA official to get NEET paper, says CBI court

Kingpin conspired with NTA official to get NEET paper, says CBI court

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Delhi court has remanded the alleged kingpin of the NEET paper leak case, Prahlad Kulkarni, and another accused, Manisha Waghmare, to CBI custody for 10 days. This follows the arrest of a biology lecturer from the NTA's paper-setting committee. The CBI seeks to uncover the full extent of the conspiracy.

NEET Aspirant's Death: Political Leaders Demand Accountability

NEET Aspirant's Death: Political Leaders Demand Accountability

Rediff.com4 days ago

The suicide of a NEET aspirant in Uttar Pradesh, allegedly due to the cancellation of the medical entrance exam, has triggered strong reactions from opposition leaders who are demanding accountability and compensation for the family.

Ashok Gehlot drops Raj BJP link bomb in NEET paper leak case

Ashok Gehlot drops Raj BJP link bomb in NEET paper leak case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot alleges a BJP leader's involvement in the NEET paper leak, accusing the state government of suppression. The SOG has detained over 150 people, with 20 handed to the CBI for questioning.

NEET MDS 2026 Admit Card Released Today: How to Download, Key Documents Needed, Exam Day Rules

NEET MDS 2026 Admit Card Released Today: How to Download, Key Documents Needed, Exam Day Rules

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is releasing the NEET MDS 2026 admit card today, April 29, on its official websites -- National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences portals natboard.edu.in and nbe.edu.in.

Chorus grows for postponing entrance exams amid Covid-19 pandemic

Chorus grows for postponing entrance exams amid Covid-19 pandemic

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Using the hashtag, SATYAGRAHagainstExamInCovid, many students also took to Twitter to appeal to the government to heed to their demands.

NEET UG 2026: City Intimation Slip Released; Find Out All You want To Know

NEET UG 2026: City Intimation Slip Released; Find Out All You want To Know

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

While this is not the admit card, it is a crucial pre-exam document that is vital for candidates appearing for the NEET-UG 2026 exam.

Why The UPSC Is India's Most Competitive Exam

Why The UPSC Is India's Most Competitive Exam

Rediff.com1 days ago

rediffGURU Nayagam PP, career counsellor and founder of EduJob360 explains why cracking the UPSC exam is a dream for lakhs of young Indians.

NEET-UG 2026 exam cancelled over paper leak; CBI to probe

NEET-UG 2026 exam cancelled over paper leak; CBI to probe

Rediff.com7 days ago

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 exam, which was conducted on May 3, following allegations of irregularities. A CBI inquiry has been ordered, and a re-examination will be scheduled.