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The National Testing Agency will exclusively conduct entrance examinations for higher education institutions starting in 2025
NEW DELHI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will exclusively conduct entrance examinations for higher education institutions starting in 2025, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced in Parliament today.The NTA will no longer oversee recruitment exams, marking a significant shift in its operational mandate.
Pradhan further revealed that discussions are ongoing with the Health Ministry regarding the mode of conducting NEET-UG — India’s largest medical entrance exam. The government is exploring whether to retain the traditional pen-paper format or transition to an online mode for the test.
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Highlighting the government’s long-term vision, the Union Minister stated that plans are in place to move towards computer-adaptive and technology-driven entrance examinations shortly. These reforms aim to modernize the assessment process and enhance its efficiency.
To bolster the NTA’s capability, the agency will undergo restructuring in 2025. As part of this overhaul, ten new posts will be created to strengthen its organizational structure, ensuring it is equipped to handle the evolving examination ecosystem.
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“This strategic decision allows NTA to focus solely on its core mission — assessing candidates for higher education institutions. The reforms are part of our broader effort to streamline and improve the efficiency of educational assessments in the country,” Pradhan said.
The move comes amidst growing emphasis on reforming India’s examination framework to make it more transparent, tech-savvy, and student-friendly. By aligning NTA’s resources towards conducting entrance exams, the government aims to create a dedicated and seamless testing system for students and institutions.
