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The Jharkhand High Court has extended the stay on the state's Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination results following allegations of potential irregularities. A PIL filed by Rajesh Kumar seeking a CBI probe prompted the court's intervention, with the state's CID currently investigating the matter. The Advocate General reported no concrete evidence of a paper leak has been found so far. The next hearing is scheduled for June 18, with the court maintaining the interim stay on result publication.

Key Points: Jharkhand HC Halts CGL Exam Results Amid Leak Probe

  • High Court continues stay on CGL exam results until June 18
  • CID investigating allegations without finding proof
  • 3,04,769 candidates appeared in September 2024 exam
  • Petitioners seek comprehensive investigation into exam irregularities
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Jharkhand HC extends stay on CGL exam result; CID finds no evidence of paper leak

Jharkhand High Court extends stay on SSC CGL exam results following alleged irregularities, CID investigation continues

"No concrete evidence of a paper leak has emerged so far - Rajiv Ranjan, Advocate General"

Ranchi, May 7

The Jharkhand High Court on Wednesday extended the stay on the publication of the state Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination results conducted by the Staff Selection Commission in 2024.

The decision came during a hearing on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the examination.

A division bench headed by Chief Justice M.S. Ramachandra Rao heard the matter, where the state government, represented by Advocate General Rajiv Ranjan, informed the court that the CID is currently investigating the allegations.

He said that no concrete evidence of a paper leak has emerged so far, and the investigation is expected to be completed within a month.

The government also told the court that a charge sheet has been filed against three individuals who had allegedly taken money from candidates under the pretext of providing them with the leaked question paper.

The court directed the state to submit an updated investigation report in the next hearing.

Meanwhile, the petitioners sought additional time to present their arguments. After hearing both sides, the court decided to continue the stay on the exam results and scheduled the next hearing for June 18.

The CGL exam, conducted on September 21 and 22, 2024, was held across 823 centres in Jharkhand to fill over 2,000 government posts.

A total of 3,04,769 candidates appeared for the test. Based on the exam, the Commission had shortlisted 2,145 candidates on December 5, 2024.

Following allegations of a paper leak, Rajesh Kumar and others filed a PIL in the High Court seeking a CBI inquiry.

Responding to the plea, the court had, on December 17, 2024, imposed an interim stay on the result and directed the state to register an FIR under the Jharkhand Examination Conduct Act, 2023, and submit a report after investigation.

Since then, the CID has been probing the matter based on the FIR. At Wednesday’s hearing, Advocate General Rajiv Ranjan appeared for the state, Advocate Sanjoy Piperwal represented JSSC, and senior advocate Ajit Kumar argued for the petitioners.

- IANS

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Priya K.
This is really frustrating for honest candidates who prepared hard. The government must ensure complete transparency - why not hand over to CBI if CID isn't finding anything? 🤔 Our youth deserve fair opportunities.
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Amit R.
Good that HC is keeping pressure on the investigation. But 6 months delay in results is too much! Many candidates might miss other opportunities waiting for this. Justice delayed is justice denied.
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Sunil M.
The fact that 3 people were caught taking money shows something fishy was happening. CID should dig deeper - paper leaks have become too common these days. Strict punishment needed to set an example!
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Neha T.
As someone who appeared for this exam, the uncertainty is mentally exhausting 😓. Hope the truth comes out soon. The new Jharkhand Examination Act needs to be implemented properly to prevent such issues.
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Rahul S.
The system needs complete overhaul - from question paper setting to exam conduction. Maybe adopt the UPSC model with more security layers. 3 lakh candidates' futures can't be played with!
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Kavita P.
While investigation is important, the delay affects genuine candidates most. Why not release results with disclaimer that they're subject to investigation outcome? Many have already lost 1 year due to this.

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