The Railway and Roadways administration made special arrangements for students appearing in the RE-NEET (UG)-2026 exam on June 21, 2026. These steps were taken to ensure students could reach their centers and return home without any trouble. The exam was held in offline mode from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM following the cancellation of the original May 3 exam due to a paper leak.
What were the special railway arrangements?
North Eastern Railway operated two pairs of unreserved exam special trains between Gorakhpur and Lucknow. Each of these trains had ten general second-class coaches. Train number 05035 departed from Gorakhpur for Lucknow Junction at 7:15 PM on June 21. Additionally, special trains were run between Prayagraj Rambagh and Gorakhpur on June 20 and 21. The railway administration also set up a war room in the central control room and deployed extra security and CCTV monitoring at stations.
What facilities did the Roadways provide?
The Uttar Pradesh Transport Corporation deployed 200 extra buses for the students. To make travel affordable, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced a 50% discount on fares for both Roadways and City Electric buses, valid until midnight of June 21. Students had to show their admit cards to avail of this discount. Regional Manager Lav Kumar Singh confirmed that all depots were instructed to ensure smooth movement.
How was traffic and parking managed in Gorakhpur?
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Traffic Rules | Temporary diversions and cancellation of no-entry for heavy vehicles from 12 PM to 2 PM |
| Parking Spots | AD Tower, SBI Bank, Pavitra Vivah Sthal, Kachehri Club, University Police Post, and Marwari Inter College |
| Restrictions | Certain routes were restricted for e-rickshaws and autos to avoid congestion |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the discount available for NEET students in buses?
Students received a 50% discount on fares for Roadways and City Electric buses until June 21 midnight upon showing their admit card.
Which special train ran from Gorakhpur to Lucknow?
Train number 05035 was the unreserved exam special train that departed from Gorakhpur for Lucknow Junction at 7:15 PM on June 21.