Bihar police have taken action against a group of impersonators involved in fraudulent activities during the NEET-UG examination 2026. The crackdown followed instances of cheating and manipulation of biometric verification procedures at various exam centers across different districts. Around 30 individuals, including imposters who appeared on behalf of genuine candidates, have been apprehended for violating exam regulations.
Authorities revealed that a student from Pawapuri Medical College in Rajgir was identified as the alleged mastermind behind the illicit operation. The suspect reportedly orchestrated a network comprising medical students from various institutions who were recruited to write the exam in place of actual applicants.
The group primarily targeted aspiring medical students and allegedly struck deals amounting to Rs 10-12 lakh per candidate. Investigations suggest that the syndicate tampered with the biometric verification process at multiple exam centers, with insiders aiding impostors in gaining unauthorized access.
It has been disclosed that all nine suspected “solvers” detained in the case are medical students. The 30 arrested individuals include medical students acting as solvers, personnel linked to the biometric agency, and other accomplices of the alleged racket. Additional suspects are currently under interrogation to unravel the full extent of the operation.
Preliminary findings indicate that each candidate paid between Rs 10-12 lakh for the fraudulent services, with an initial advance ranging from Rs 1-2 lakh. Authorities are scrutinizing bank accounts, mobile records, and digital transactions to trace the flow of illicit funds. The investigation was initiated based on a complaint lodged by Dinesh Kumar Bhagat, Acting Principal of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Lakhisarai, who served as the city coordinator for the exam.
Law enforcement officials have expanded the probe to examine the involvement of all individuals associated with the illicit scheme. Further interrogation of the accused is expected to uncover additional members of the network, financial transactions, and potential ties to other exam centers.
