Maharashtra Suspends SRPF Constable Exam Amid Allegations of Question Paper Fraud
Maharashtra suspends SRPF exam after 85% questions allegedly match private test set
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The Maharashtra government has suspended the State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) constable recruitment exam after allegations surfaced that 85 out of 100 questions were identical to those in a private publication's practice test. An inquiry is underway, with around 3,500 candidates affected by the decision.
- 01The SRPF exam was suspended due to allegations of question paper fraud.
- 0285 out of 100 questions allegedly matched a private practice test.
- 03Approximately 3,500 candidates participated in the exam.
- 04An inquiry is being conducted under the Deputy Inspector General of Police.
- 05Student groups demand a transparent investigation into the matter.
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The Maharashtra government suspended a written examination for the recruitment of State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) constables after allegations emerged that 85 out of 100 questions were directly sourced from a private practice test. The exam, held on May 2, 2026, was part of a recruitment drive for 104 vacancies in SRPF Group No. 5 in Daund, a town in Pune district, Maharashtra, India. Complaints surfaced on social media shortly after the exam, claiming that many questions were identical to those in 'Maharashtra Publication’s Police Recruitment Practice Question Set 10.' The Additional Director General of Police acknowledged these complaints and announced a thorough inquiry, which began on May 4. Vijaykumar Magar, Deputy Inspector General of Police, confirmed the suspension and stated that a final report is expected within 2 to 4 days. The author of the questioned publication, Vitthal Bade, denied any wrongdoing, suggesting the overlap could be coincidental. Student leaders are calling for a transparent investigation, emphasizing the serious implications for candidates, particularly from rural Maharashtra, who aspire to join government services.
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The suspension of the exam may significantly affect the career aspirations of candidates, particularly those from rural Maharashtra who have invested years in preparation.
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