NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide In Lucknow
A 17-year-old NEET aspirant in Lucknow has allegedly died by suicide ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21. Police said the incident took place earlier this week, amid concerns from the family that the student was under stress after the earlier exam was cancelled.
NEET Aspirant Suicide In Lucknow
The student, a resident of Lucknow’s Aishbagh area, was preparing for the medical entrance examination. Police said no suicide note was recovered from the house.
Her family told investigators that she had appeared for the NEET-UG exam held on May 3 and believed she had performed well. However, the cancellation of the exam reportedly affected her mental health in the days that followed.
NEET-UG Re-Exam Pressure
The NEET-UG 2026 re-examination is scheduled for June 21 after the earlier exam was cancelled amid allegations of irregularities and a paper leak. The matter is being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation.
According to police, family members said the student had been distressed for a few days after the cancellation but had resumed preparation for the re-exam. They also said she was under pressure because of the upcoming test.
Student Mental Health Concerns
The incident has again highlighted the intense academic and emotional pressure faced by students preparing for competitive entrance examinations. NEET-UG remains one of India’s most competitive medical entrance tests, with lakhs of candidates appearing each year.
Authorities are expected to continue their inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death. The case has also renewed calls for stronger counselling, emotional support and stress-management systems for students preparing for high-stakes examinations.
