NEET-UG leak case: Maharashtra coaching centre founder held after CBI finds leaked question paper in his phone

TOI City Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: May 18, 2026, 13:39 IST

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NEET-UG leak case: Maharashtra coaching centre founder held after CBI finds leaked question paper in his phone

CHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR: The CBI has arrested Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar, who runs Renukai Chemistry Classes (RCC) in Maharashtra’s Latur city, in connection with the NEET UG paper leak case, officials said on Monday.According to officials, a leaked question paper for the medical entrance exam was found on Motegaonkar’s mobile phone during searches conducted by the agency on Sunday.He was subsequently arrested following the recovery.

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The CBI has alleged that Motegaonkar was an active member of an organised gang involved in the leakage and circulation of the NEET UG paper, officials said.According to officials, Motegaonkar, in conspiracy with other accused persons, received the question paper and answers for the NEET UG Exam 2026 ahead of the April 23, 2026 examination. He allegedly further circulated the paper to several individuals.(With agency inputs)

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