Seven Systemic Flaws in NEET Are Failing Millions of Medical Aspirants

India's NEET medical entrance exam has come under scrutiny for deep structural problems that go far beyond the paper leak controversies that periodically make headlines. Critics argue that the exam's flaws trap millions of students in a cycle of repeated attempts and prolonged uncertainty. Approximately 22 lakh students appear for NEET each year, yet the system is seen as failing a large majority of them through issues embedded in its design and administration. These systemic failures are said to determine medical career outcomes in ways that are widely considered unfair. The concerns raised highlight an urgent need for comprehensive reform of the medical admissions process in India.