Vadodara/Gandhinagar, June 21 (IANS) The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) re-examination is currently underway across Gujarat under strict security arrangements, as lakhs of medical aspirants sit for one of India’s largest competitive examinations conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Across the state, examination centres opened under heavy police presence and multi-agency coordination, with strict entry checks, surveillance systems and regulated movement of candidates in place.

The examination is being conducted nationwide at over 5,400 centres across 551 cities for nearly 22.79 lakh candidates, according to reports.

In Vadodara, candidates expressed emotional strain as they appeared for the re-test following earlier disruptions. One aspirant said the situation has increased mental pressure.

“Obviously, the mental pressure is a little higher because at this stage our minds are not naturally prepared for all of this. However, we have to prepare ourselves mentally, and even after going through all of that, we still have to take the re-NEET examination. It’s quite difficult,” the candidate said.

Across the state, district authorities implemented coordinated arrangements involving the education department, police and health officials under the supervision of the District Collector.

Officials confirmed that centres were placed under multi-layer security with surveillance and controlled access to ensure smooth conduct of the examination.

The NEET re-examination, which began at 2 p.m. and is scheduled to continue till 5:15 p.m., is being conducted under strict protocols including biometric authentication, CCTV surveillance, frisking, and document verification at entry points.

According to official guidelines issued by the National Testing Agency, candidates were required to carry admit cards, valid photo identification, and follow strict dress code regulations.

Entry gates were closed at 1:30 p.m., with no late entry permitted once the examination began.

Authorities have also focused on logistical preparedness, including seating arrangements, drinking water facilities, generator backup, and emergency medical support at examination centres.

In several regions, mock drills and pre-exam inspections were conducted to ensure the readiness of centres and secure handling of examination materials.

With the examination currently in progress, officials are monitoring centres in real time to ensure transparency and immediate response to any irregularities, while candidates continue to undergo the examination under tightly controlled conditions.

–IANS

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