An internal government assessment of the NEET-UG 2025 medical entrance exam has revealed significant shortcomings in CCTV surveillance and overall exam conduct. Issues included non-functional cameras, blurred feeds, poor strong-room coverage, and inadequate invigilation. Lessons learned are expected to lead to improvements for the NEET-UG 2026 examination. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is tasked with prioritizing CCTV system upgrades.