{
  "id": 8287457,
  "title": "JEE Advanced may face anti-leak law",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/jee-advanced-may-face-anti-leak-law",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-18T18:39:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Economic Times",
    "slug": "the-economic-times",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/jee-advanced-jam-may-come-under-stricter-anti-cheating-law-after-neet-ug-paper-leak-fallout/articleshow/134342600.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New Delhi: Amidst discussions on reforms linked to exam-related issues, there is a growing debate about whether to include JEE Advanced and JAM – exams administered by autonomous institutes like IITs – under the ambit of the Public Exam (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026, according to ET sources.The current jurisdiction for exams like JEE Advanced, GATE, JAM, and CEED lies with the IITs and IISc. The potential impact of incorporating these exams under the new Act is under scrutiny, as it could enhance deterrence against those involved in paper leaks.However, this move has sparked discussions within the IIT-IISc community regarding the implications on the autonomy of institutes of national importance and the integrity of the exams conducted by them.Some argue that the stricter penalties under the recently amended Act, following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and subsequent cancellation, might have long-term negative effects on students' careers.If caught in misconduct, students could face imprisonment ranging from 5-10 years and a fine of up to ₹50 lakh.While the new Act applies to exams conducted by specific authorities, including the Union Public Service Commission, National Testing Agency, Staff Selection Commission, Railway Recruitment Boards, and the ministries or departments of the central government, it does not currently cover exams like JEE Advanced.JEE Advanced, conducted by IITs on a rotational basis under the guidance of the Joint Admission Board, is a coveted exam that determines admissions to IITs. Other competitive exams conducted by IITs also fall outside the purview of the new Act.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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