UKSSSC: Commission to prepare multi-tier security strategy for examinations, security audit of preparations to be conducted

Following the paper leak incident, the Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UKSSSC) will develop a multi-layer security strategy. A security audit of the exam preparations will also be conducted. The Commission will now take steps to develop a robust security system to address the shortcomings, errors, and omissions noted in its report by the single-member judicial commission. Commission officials stated that based on the recommendations, a security audit of exam preparations will be conducted. The entire chain from paper preparation to delivery to the examination hall will be reassessed and audited. This audit will cover all stages of question paper preparation, transportation, and sealing, all the way to the examination center. The Commission has also decided to develop a multi-layer security system for all future examinations. This will include technical audits, examination center monitoring, and procedures related to secure printing and transportation of question papers. The Commission’s goal is to ensure that these measures are completely leak-proof and fair. The Commission’s focus is on restoring candidate confidence. What happened when in the UKSSSC exam? • September 21: The exam was conducted at 445 centers across the state. • September 22: A case was registered at Raipur police station after three pages of the paper went viral on social media. • ​​September 22: Youth launched a protest at Parade Ground, Dehradun, alleging a paper leak. • September 25: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami formed an SIT to investigate the paper leak. • September 27: Chief Minister Dhami formed a single-member judicial inquiry commission to investigate the matter. • September 29: CM Dhami reached the protest site at Parade Ground. He assured the youth of a CBI investigation and, if necessary, the cancellation of the exam. The protest was postponed. • October 1: The Chief Minister recommended a CBI investigation into the exam. • October 1-10: The single-member judicial inquiry commission held public meetings in Haldwani, Tehri, and Dehradun. • October 11: Exam cancelled based on the report of the judicial inquiry commission. The exam has been cancelled in the best interest of students. This decision was taken in light of the inquiry commission’s report to maintain the sanctity, transparency, and credibility of the exams. This rescheduled exam will not impact the schedule of other exams. Ensuring fair opportunities and a reliable examination system for every student is our priority. We have recommended a CBI investigation into the cheating scandal. The government will not allow any compromise with the future of students or the trust of parents.