Just as many students and counsellors anticipated, the NEET-UG retest for aspiring students turned out to be lengthier and trickier than its former, compromised counterpart.  The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced a re-test for all aspiring medicos across the nation once it came to light that parts of the first question paper were leaked, tampering with the annual cut-throat competitive exam.

While most students were wary of picking up the books once again, they were also suspecting that the NEET  retest may be tougher. Many students told mid-day that the initial NEET attempt, which took place on May 3, was relatively easier and they stood to gain higher scores. The re-examination changed things.