Maharashtra: 19-Year-Old NEET Aspirant Dies by Suicide, Leaves Note Saying ‘Will Become Doctor in Next Life’

A 19-year-old NEET aspirant allegedly died by suicide at his home in Khandala village of Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, with police saying a note found at the house expressed regret to his parents and referred to his ambition of becoming a doctor. The student has been identified as Suraj Subhash Shinde.

According to the Matrubhumi report, Suraj was preparing for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) and regularly studied in an upstairs room at his home. Preliminary indications suggest that he may have been under significant stress related to his studies and future. Vaijapur Police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) and are investigating the circumstances. NEET Aspirant Dies by Suicide in Rajasthan, Cops Say Student Was Distressed Over Re-Exam Performance.

Student Found Dead At Home

Reports said Suraj’s family had gone to attend a religious programme in the village. When they returned, they found that his phone was switched off. The family then went upstairs and found Suraj unresponsive in his room. He was taken to a local hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Police have begun an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Note Refers To Medical College Dream

According to the information provided, Suraj left behind an emotional note addressed to his parents. "Sorry, Mom and Dad... I will definitely become a doctor for you in the next life. Please take care of yourselves and stay happy," the note read. Police are examining the note and other circumstances as part of the investigation. The exact circumstances that led to his death have not been conclusively established. NEET Aspirant Dies by Suicide in Maharashtra, Says ‘Sorry, Mom’ in Emotional Video Before Jumping Into Well.

NEET Aspirants Under Pressure

NEET is one of India’s most competitive entrance examinations, with candidates competing for admission to undergraduate medical programmes.

The pressure surrounding the examination has also been heightened by the NEET-UG 2026 controversy. The National Testing Agency cancelled the May 3 examination after allegations of a paper leak and ordered a re-examination for affected candidates. The re-test was subsequently held on June 21.

The government also ordered a CBI investigation into the alleged leak. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan acknowledged a breach in the examination system and said the government would take responsibility for addressing the lapses.

NEET Exam Controversy

The NEET-UG controversy triggered protests and demands for accountability, with concerns raised over examination security and the pressure faced by students.

A high-level committee headed by former ISRO chairman K Radhakrishnan had earlier recommended reforms to the National Testing Agency and the examination system. The government has also moved towards changes in the way major competitive examinations are conducted.

The recent developments have added to concerns around the experience of students preparing for highly competitive examinations. However, police have not established that the wider NEET controversy was a direct cause of Suraj’s death.

Vaijapur Police are currently investigating the case, which has been registered as an Accidental Death Report. The death has left residents of Khandala village shocked and mourning. Further details about the circumstances surrounding Suraj’s death are expected as the police inquiry progresses.

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