Power Outage Disrupts NEET-PG 2026 Exam in Jaipur
Power Failure Causes Chaos at Exam Center
During the NEET-PG 2026 examination held at the Sitapura iON Digital Zone in Jaipur, a sudden power outage led to significant disruption. This incident affected the computer-based testing system, resulting in frustration among the candidates. A total of 311 students were present at the Sitapura center when the power failure occurred. Following the incident, candidates expressed their dissatisfaction and raised concerns about the exam arrangements. Out of 2.73 lakh students registered for the NEET-PG 2026 exam, 2.65 lakh attended across 1,111 centers. However, the examination could not be completed at two specific iON Digital Zone centers (41682 & 41683) in Sitapura due to the power failure linked to TCS systems. A re-examination for those impacted will take place in Jaipur on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
New Admit Card and Venue Information
Further details regarding the new admit card and examination venue will be communicated separately. The NEET-PG 2026 exam is being conducted at 15 centers in Jaipur, with around 8,370 candidates from the city participating.
Details of the Exam Process
**Power Outage During Scheduled Exam**
The NEET-PG exam at the Sitapura iON Digital Zone commenced as planned, running from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. However, the unexpected power failure caused significant distress among candidates, as the examination relied heavily on a stable power supply due to its computer-based format.
Candidate Reactions and Concerns
**311 Candidates Voice Their Concerns**
At the Sitapura center, the power outage led to growing dissatisfaction among the 311 candidates present. Many voiced their concerns about the exam arrangements, leading to unrest and a surge of candidates at the site. They worried that the power disruption could negatively impact their performance.
Overview of the Exam in Jaipur
**Exam Conducted at 15 Centers**
The NEET-PG 2026 examination is being held at 15 centers in Jaipur, with approximately 8,370 candidates participating. The exam is structured as a computer-based test from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Following the power outage at the Sitapura center, candidates urged the administration to address the issue to ensure a smooth examination process.
Exam Difficulty Level and Candidate Experiences
**Paper Difficulty Rated Easy to Moderate**
Candidates leaving the NEET-PG exam described the difficulty level of the paper as easy to moderate. Some candidates at the ION Digital exam center in Noida's Sector-62 also reported discomfort due to heat during the test. The exam was conducted in a single shift from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM, and most candidates found the questions to be of standard difficulty.
Biometric Verification Issues
Additionally, some candidates encountered challenges with biometric verification at the exam center. Several candidates faced failures in biometric scans, leading to identification through facial recognition technology. After the exam, candidates also reported issues related to the heat at the center.