In the academic year 2024–2025, India’s major entrance exams — NEET, JEE, and CUET — witnessed a wave of controversies and structural changes.

 NEET 2024 was marred by paper leak scandals, grace marks confusion, and legal battles, leading to widespread student protests and Supreme Court petitions. JEE Main and Advanced saw technical glitches and overlapping schedules, while CUET faced server crashes and normalization disputes. Students were left frustrated due to delayed results and unpredictable exam conditions. The National Testing Agency (NTA), under pressure, has announced plans to implement AI-based monitoring, transparent paper-setting protocols, and potentially restructure exam formats for 2025. These developments have sparked national debate about the fairness, transparency, and digital readiness of India's competitive exam system. As lakhs of students prepare for 2025, the focus is now on restoring trust and ensuring smoother, stress-free assessments.