Anti Cheat Law: All You Need to Know

Anti Cheat Law: All You Need to Know

Amid NEET and UGC-NET controversies, stringent laws combat paper leaks and cheating

On June 21, Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2021 was notified

3 years jail for cheating, extendable to 5 years, plus up to Rs 10 lakh fine

Testing agencies could face up to Rs 1 crore fine, exam cost recovery, and 4-year ban

Senior management involved in cheating faces up to 10 years jail and Rs 1 crore fine

Exemption possible if one shows effort to prevent the offense under the law

Organized exam crime leads to 5-10 years jail and minimum Rs 1 crore fine