India, July 18 -- The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Thursday announced the results of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) 2026. Gaurav Singh, who secured All India Rank (AIR) 9 in the exam, said that the original examination was "comparatively easier." Singh was referring to the May 3 exam that was cancelled after a paper leak was confirmed, necessitating a re-exam that took place on June 21.

Gaurav Singh, who is the son of an Indian Army personnel, further said that the re-NEET exam was "tougher". He added that his marks remained roughly the same, but because the paper was more difficult, his rank improved.

"The previous NEET paper was comparatively easier. The re-NEET was tougher. My marks remained almost the...