Srinagar, Jan. 2 -- National Testing Agency's decision to introduce facial biometric authentication during examinations and live photography at the application stage, beginning with JEE (Mains) in January 2026, represents a significant turning point in India's approach to exam security. For decades, competitive examinations have been marred by impersonation, forged documents, and elaborate cheating networks that undermine the principle of meritocracy. In a country where millions of students compete for limited seats in premier institutions, the credibility of the testing process is not just a technical matter but a moral one. This reform is designed to restore trust and ensure that every candidate's effort is judged fairly.

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