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Seeks NTA Response on Plea Against UGC-NET English Re-Conduct
High Court Takes Up Challenge to UGC-NET Re-Conduct
The has stepped into the controversy surrounding the re-conduct of the National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) examination for English. Justice Jasmeet Singh issued notice to the and the on a petition filed by candidates challenging the NTA’s ordering a fresh examination.
Petitioners Allege Breach of
The petition, moved by Parul Sheoran and other aspirants, argues that the decision to re-conduct the exam was . The candidates contend that the NTA acted without disclosing the material that formed the basis for the re-conduct, violating . They also point out that the prescribed procedure under the UGC-NET Information Bulletin—including answer key challenges and expert review—was bypassed.
Refund of Fees on the Table
In an , the court asked the respondents to take a decision regarding the refund of examination fees paid by the petitioners. The order states: “The respondents are also directed to take a decision regarding refund of the examination fee of the concerned examination.” This mirrors a similar treatment adopted by the NTA in the NEET (UG)-2026 re-examination, where fees were refunded.
What the Petitioners Seek
The candidates have sought multiple : of the , a declaration that the re-conduct decision is , and a direction to declare results based on the already-conducted examination after proper answer key scrutiny and expert review. Alternatively, if the re-conduct is upheld, they demand a full refund of fees without additional charges for appearing in the fresh exam.
Matter to Be Heard in October
The court issued notice to respondents returnable on . Counsel for the NTA and the accepted notice and sought time to file a reply. The case will now be heard further on that date.
