Parliamentary panel recommends sweeping structural reforms for NTA

A Parliamentary Standing Committee examining the National Testing Agency called for a legislative framework to ensure its direct accountability to both Houses of Parliament.

The panel suggested conducting major entrance exams like NEET-UG through computer-based tests and utilizing government-operated centres instead of relying heavily on private venues.

The committee recommended exploring reasonable age limits, attempt restrictions, and a two-stage examination format for large-scale medical entrance tests.