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Karnataka PSC Chairman Removed Over Leaked Exam Papers and Daughter's Job
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 09:16 AM
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The Karnataka Public Service Commission chairperson was dismissed after allegations of exam paper leaks and a job appointment for his daughter surfaced.
The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has relieved its chairman of duties following a controversy involving leaked examination papers. Investigations revealed that the papers for a state recruitment exam were accessed illegally, raising concerns about the integrity of the selection process.
In addition to the leak, a separate allegation emerged that the chairman facilitated a government job for his daughter, prompting accusations of nepotism. The dual accusations led the state government to act swiftly, citing the need to preserve public confidence in the commission's functioning.
Officials from the state administration confirmed that the removal was carried out in accordance with established procedures for handling misconduct in public offices. The KPSC will appoint an interim head while a formal inquiry continues to ascertain the full extent of the irregularities.
The episode has sparked broader debate about transparency and accountability in recruitment bodies across India, with civil society groups urging stricter oversight mechanisms.
No further details on the investigation have been released, and the former chairman has not publicly commented on the allegations.
In addition to the leak, a separate allegation emerged that the chairman facilitated a government job for his daughter, prompting accusations of nepotism. The dual accusations led the state government to act swiftly, citing the need to preserve public confidence in the commission's functioning.
Officials from the state administration confirmed that the removal was carried out in accordance with established procedures for handling misconduct in public offices. The KPSC will appoint an interim head while a formal inquiry continues to ascertain the full extent of the irregularities.
The episode has sparked broader debate about transparency and accountability in recruitment bodies across India, with civil society groups urging stricter oversight mechanisms.
No further details on the investigation have been released, and the former chairman has not publicly commented on the allegations.