Last-min question papers, more exam centres: Nilekani's plan to prevent NEET paper leaks

NEW DELHI: Exam reforms task force chairperson Nandan Nilekani proposed generating question papers at the last minute using a large question bank to curb the risk of leaks during the exam. He also advocated for a wider adoption of computer-based testing (CBT) nationwide. Question paper leaks pose an economic incentive for their sale, but a vast repository of questions would eliminate the need for last-minute generation, thereby removing any incentive for leaks.

Nilekani, speaking at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, mentioned that AI could generate exam papers on the day of the test. He reiterated the need to expand the network of computer-based testing locations, pointing out that India currently has 150,000 such sites. The task force, chaired by Nilekani, will address these issues, and the government is eager to implement their recommendations following concerns about examination integrity, particularly regarding the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) paper leaks.