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Crime
ED Exposes KPSC Chairman’s Role in Karnataka Job Scam Through Answer Key Mismatches
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 09:02 AM
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The Enforcement Directorate revealed that discrepancies in two answer keys exposed the involvement of the KPSC chairman in a Karnataka job scam.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has uncovered evidence that the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) chairman was involved in a job scam, following the discovery of mismatches in two answer keys used for state recruitment exams.
During a routine audit, the ED found that the answer keys for two separate KPSC examinations contained inconsistencies that could have been manipulated to favor certain candidates. The investigation suggests that the chairman had a direct role in approving or altering the keys.
Based on the findings, the ED has filed charges against the chairman, alleging that he colluded with officials to secure positions for selected individuals. The case is part of a larger probe into recruitment irregularities across Karnataka.
Authorities have urged the KPSC to strengthen its internal controls and ensure transparent, merit‑based selection processes to restore public confidence in state hiring practices.
During a routine audit, the ED found that the answer keys for two separate KPSC examinations contained inconsistencies that could have been manipulated to favor certain candidates. The investigation suggests that the chairman had a direct role in approving or altering the keys.
Based on the findings, the ED has filed charges against the chairman, alleging that he colluded with officials to secure positions for selected individuals. The case is part of a larger probe into recruitment irregularities across Karnataka.
Authorities have urged the KPSC to strengthen its internal controls and ensure transparent, merit‑based selection processes to restore public confidence in state hiring practices.