A technical breakdown disrupted the conduct of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate courses, known as NEET-PG 2026, at an examination venue in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Severe glitches related to power supply and server connectivity forced officials to cancel the test solely for candidates assigned to the Sitapura facility. In response, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences announced that a fresh examination for the affected medical aspirants will take place on September 5, 2026, beginning at 3:00 PM.
The sudden disruption inside the testing labs triggered deep frustration among candidates and their accompanying family members. While desktop monitors booted up for some candidates, others faced unresponsive terminals, creating confusion and unequal conditions across the venue. Local police units were quickly dispatched to manage the crowd, engage with agitated students, and prevent any breakdown of order outside the building.
Administrative Intervention and Server Failures
Assistant Commissioner of Police Lalit Sharma briefed on the on-ground developments, noting that server inconsistencies prevented the examination from running normally. The technical snag meant that while certain terminals initiated the testing interface, a substantial portion remained non-functional. Candidates expressed intense dismay regarding the administrative lapse and the breakdown of standard operational protocols. Police officers engaged in active dialogue and counseling with the students to defuse tension, while simultaneously coordinating with senior representatives of the organizing agency to secure an equitable and practical resolution.
Power Supply Issues and Official Directives
Addressing the development through an official update, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences stated that the NEET-PG 2026 session at the ION Digital Zone in Sitapura, Jaipur, had to be rescheduled due to an unexpected power outage at the facility. Consequently, all candidates assigned to this specific test venue will now sit for their evaluation on September 5, 2026.
The formal circular issued by the board specified that re-examination procedures will cover candidates registered under Test Center numbers 41682 and 41683 at the ION Digital Zone IDZ Sitapura location. According to official figures released by the board, the nationwide NEET-PG 2026 drive on August 30 involved 2,73,096 registered candidates, of whom 2,65,980 appeared across 1111 centers throughout India. Approximately 2,63,535 candidates successfully concluded their examination without hindrance. However, power failures and linked infrastructure issues stalled operations at the Sitapura center. The technical and operational execution of the entrance test across venues was entrusted to the agency TCS.
Rescheduled Slot and Logistics
Expressing regret over the distress and hardship caused to the medical aspirants who could not finish their papers, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences confirmed that the rescheduled assessment will be held on Saturday, September 5 at 3:00 PM in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Fresh admit cards will be issued to all affected examinees, alongside separate updates outlining specific venue particulars and logistics.
