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Crime
Jharkhand CID arrests coaching centre operator in JPSC prelims exam irregularities case
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🗓 19 Sep 2026, 06:01 AM
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The Crime Investigation Department of Jharkhand has taken into custody the owner of a coaching centre alleged to be involved in irregularities during the 14th JPSC preliminary examinations.
The Crime Investigation Department (CID) of Jharkhand announced the arrest of a coaching centre operator suspected of facilitating malpractice in the 14th Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) preliminary exams. Officials said the investigation uncovered evidence linking the operator to the manipulation of question papers and the provision of answer keys to candidates.
The suspect was detained at the CID headquarters after a thorough search of his premises, during which computers, printed materials and financial records were seized. The CID has not disclosed the name of the coaching centre or the exact location of the raid, citing ongoing investigative procedures.
Authorities have indicated that further arrests may follow as the probe expands to other individuals and institutions allegedly involved in the exam fraud. The JPSC has pledged to cooperate fully with the CID to ensure the integrity of future recruitment processes.
The suspect was detained at the CID headquarters after a thorough search of his premises, during which computers, printed materials and financial records were seized. The CID has not disclosed the name of the coaching centre or the exact location of the raid, citing ongoing investigative procedures.
Authorities have indicated that further arrests may follow as the probe expands to other individuals and institutions allegedly involved in the exam fraud. The JPSC has pledged to cooperate fully with the CID to ensure the integrity of future recruitment processes.