Maharashtra TET 2026 Exam Postponed After Paper Leak Day Before Exam
The Maharashtra Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) 2026, scheduled to be held on Sunday, has been postponed following an alleged question paper leak reported from Thane nearly 24 hours before the examination. Police have detained several people in connection with the case, while the Maharashtra Education Department is expected to issue an official statement and announce a revised exam schedule soon.
The Maharashtra Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) 2026, scheduled to be held on Sunday, has been postponed following an alleged question paper leak reported from Thane nearly 24 hours before the examination. Police have detained several people in connection with the case, while the Maharashtra Education Department is expected to issue an official statement and announce a revised exam schedule soon.
Maharashtra TET 2026 Postponed
According to sources, the question paper for the Maharashtra TET examination was allegedly leaked from Thane a day before the scheduled exam. NEET Paper Leak Claim Surfaces in Ajmer: Rajasthan Police Launch Probe Into Alleged INR 30,000 Paper Leak Offer Made via Video Call.
Acting on a tip-off, police conducted an operation and recovered the leaked question paper. Several individuals have been detained for questioning, though their identities have not been disclosed.
Official Confirmation Awaited
Following the alleged paper leak, the TET examination scheduled for Sunday is expected to be cancelled or postponed. However, the Maharashtra Education Department is yet to issue an official notification confirming the decision.
The department is expected to release a detailed press note explaining the incident and outlining the next course of action. Fake NEET-UG Question Paper Racket Busted: 19-Year-Old Held for Running Telegram Scam Ahead of Re-Exam.
New Maharashtra TET Exam Date to Be Announced
Sources said the Education Department will announce a revised examination date after completing the necessary formalities.
Candidates are advised to regularly check official announcements for updates regarding the new exam schedule and other instructions.
Police Investigation Underway
Police have launched an investigation to determine how the question paper was leaked and whether a larger network was involved.
Further details are expected after the Education Department's official announcement and the progress of the police investigation.
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