Probe into Group B and Group C examinations, SIT investigation, action on paper leak complaints and dedicated grievance redressal cell announced
Mumbai: In a major development for Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) aspirants, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today met representatives of students from across Maharashtra in Mumbai and held a detailed discussion on their demands and concerns regarding the examination system.
After hearing the students’ grievances, the Chief Minister announced several important measures covering paper leaks, examination transparency, answer sheets, interviews, police recruitment, investigation of previous examinations and grievance redressal.
Detailed probe into Drug Inspector paper leak
The Chief Minister said that a detailed investigation into the alleged paper leak in the Drug Inspector examination is already underway and has not yet been completed.
“We are interested in improving the system, not hiding anything,” Fadnavis said, making it clear that the investigation would be taken to its logical conclusion.
New committee under V. Radha for comprehensive reforms
A new committee headed by senior officer V. Radha will be constituted to examine the examination system and recommend comprehensive reforms.
The committee will travel across Maharashtra and interact with students, parents, teachers and other stakeholders. Students will be able to openly present their grievances and suggestions before the committee.
Group B and Group C examinations to be investigated
The government will conduct an inquiry into complaints related to the 2025 Group B and Group C preliminary and main examinations.
A mechanism will also be established to address other grievances raised by students. The relevant complaints will be investigated by the Special Investigation Team (SIT).
MPSC may be asked to provide answer sheets under RTI
A recommendation will be made to the MPSC to provide candidates with their answer sheets under the Right to Information framework.
The move is expected to strengthen transparency and allow candidates to verify the evaluation process.
Re-examination of other exams facing complaints
Other examinations against which serious complaints have been raised will also be reviewed. Interviews may be kept on hold until the concerns are examined.
The government has said that no doubts should remain in the minds of candidates and that long-term corrective measures will be taken after a comprehensive review.
Crime Branch preliminary report to be made public
The preliminary report of the Crime Branch investigation will also be made public, according to the decisions announced during the meeting.
SIT probe into examinations conducted during previous tenures
All examinations conducted during the tenures of Lendwe, Marathe and Nakhate will be investigated through the SIT.
The recommendations of the Rajurkar Committee will also be reviewed. Appropriate recommendations will be implemented after verification.
Major changes proposed in police recruitment
The police recruitment process will also see changes. The government will consider the use of chips on both legs of candidates or other technological alternatives for monitoring the physical tests.
A uniform marks pattern for police recruitment across all districts will also be considered to ensure consistency in the recruitment process.
Issues concerning SARTHI, BARTI and MAHAJYOTI to be addressed
The government will also take steps to resolve issues raised by students concerning SARTHI, BARTI and MAHAJYOTI.
Guidelines for interviews
Specific guidelines will be framed for the MPSC interview process. The committee will also be informed accordingly so that greater uniformity and transparency can be ensured.
PMC and MMRDA examinations under scrutiny
The examinations conducted by PMC and MMRDA will also be subjected to a detailed investigation in view of the complaints raised. Strict action will be taken against anyone found responsible for irregularities.
Independent inquiry if evidence is produced against MPSC officials
Chief Minister Fadnavis also said that if students provide evidence against the MPSC Chairman or Secretary, the government is prepared to order an independent inquiry.
“If anyone is found guilty, action will certainly be taken. There is no question of protecting anyone,” the Chief Minister said.
Action to begin within eight days
The government has assured that the entire process will be carried out within a time-bound framework. The process is expected to begin within the next eight days.
Upcoming examinations to be made more secure
Some upcoming examinations have been postponed to ensure that the examination system is fully prepared and secure.
The Chief Minister said that Maharashtra is undertaking a recruitment process on a very large scale for the first time and that examinations will be conducted only after the entire system is adequately prepared.
Transparency will remain the primary criterion for the upcoming examinations, he said.
Dedicated grievance redressal cell in MPSC
A dedicated grievance redressal cell will be established within the MPSC. A retired judge will be appointed to oversee the grievance mechanism and independently examine complaints submitted by candidates.
The decisions announced after the meeting represent a significant move towards addressing concerns raised by MPSC aspirants regarding examination transparency, paper leaks, evaluation, interviews and recruitment procedures.
The implementation of these decisions and the speed with which the promised investigations and reforms are initiated will now be closely watched by thousands of competitive examination aspirants across Maharashtra.
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