NEET PG 2024 SC Hearing: The Supreme Court has once again deferred the much-awaited hearing on the NEET PG 2024 case, marking the fourth such postponement in recent months. Initially slated for today, the hearing will now take place on November 26, 2024. The case, which revolves around calls for increased transparency in the postgraduate medical entrance exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), has seen multiple delays, frustrating aspirants who seek clarity on the examination process.
The matter was brought before the apex court by a group of NEET PG 2024 candidates who are demanding the release of the exam’s answer key, raw marks, and details of the normalisation method used to calculate the results. Despite repeated requests, the NBE has not complied, citing confidentiality as part of its admission policy.
Timeline of Events Leading to the Postponement
The case has been ongoing since September 7, 2024, when it was first filed. The petitioners—19 NEET PG candidates—raised concerns about sudden changes to the exam pattern made just days before the exam, as well as the lack of transparency in the results processing.
Aspirants Demand Transparency in NEET PG Exam Process
The petitioners have raised several issues regarding the fairness and transparency of the NEET PG exam. One of their primary concerns is the sudden change in the exam pattern just days before the examination. This change was described by the court as “very unusual” and has led to uncertainty among candidates about the fairness of the examination.
Additionally, the petitioners are questioning the normalisation process used to standardise the exam scores, especially in light of the changes to the exam pattern. The candidates have requested access to their individual response sheets to verify their answers, and they are also calling for the release of the exam question papers and answer keys.
NBE’s Stance on Confidentiality
Despite the appeals from NEET PG candidates, the NBE has maintained that the exam content, including the question papers and answer keys, will not be made public. The Board justifies this stance by emphasising the confidentiality of the examination process, which it claims is in line with its admission policy. The NEET PG 2024 results were announced on August 23, 2024, but the answer keys and raw scores were not disclosed, further aggravating concerns among the aspirants.
Aspirants’ Growing Frustration
For many aspirants, the delay in the Supreme Court’s final decision is a source of growing frustration. The petitioners argue that without transparency in the examination process, it becomes difficult to ensure fairness, especially in an exam that is as crucial as NEET PG. They are also seeking a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the exam to prevent similar issues from arising in the future.
The case remains unresolved, but with the next hearing scheduled for November 26, candidates are hopeful that a final resolution will soon be reached, bringing an end to the uncertainty that has plagued the NEET PG 2024 process.
The Supreme Court’s decision on November 26 will be eagerly awaited by candidates who hope for clarity and fairness in the NEET PG examination process.
