In the puzzle of India's education system, students prepare tirelessly for entrance exams like the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains but still remain unsolved. These exams determine their future in the fields of medicine and engineering, respectively. However, beyond the academic rigor, students face an often-overlooked adversary: the psychological toll of stress, trauma, and systemic corruption. This article delves into the profound impact these factors have on students, illustrated by rising suicide rates, and examines the history of exam paper leaks alongside the measures taken to curb them