Supreme Court Seeks CBI Probe into JPSC Exam Irregularities

The Supreme Court on Monday took a critical step by issuing notices to the Centre and the Jharkhand government regarding a plea calling for a comprehensive investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) examination.

This significant development unfolded as a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana sought responses from the Union of India, the Jharkhand government, the JPSC, and others involved in the matter.

Senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra represented the petitioner and emphasized the need for an immediate CBI inquiry or an investigation conducted by a retired judge of the Supreme Court.

The petition stems from activist Harisharan Devgan, who, through his counsel Satyam Singh Rajput, requested urgent attention to issues surrounding the integrity and transparency of the JPSC exam.

“This writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution of India seeks the court’s intervention regarding substantial concerns tied to the fairness and credibility of the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Preliminary Examination for the year 2025,” the petition states. It specifically references the examination conducted by the JPSC following Advertisement No. 01/2026 on April 19, 2026.

The backdrop of this case reveals growing dissatisfaction among candidates regarding the conduct of the JPSC, accusing the commission of engaging in malpractices that compromise the very foundation of competitive examinations. The petition highlights how alleged irregularities could severely impact the careers of countless aspirants who invested significant time and resources in preparing for these exams.

Moreover, the petition underscores a broader call for reform within examination processes in India, aiming to bolster the integrity and accountability of state commissions that oversee recruitment.

As the Supreme Court moves forward, the implications of this case could reverberate beyond Jharkhand, setting a precedent for future examinations conducted by public service commissions across the nation.

In a statement following the court’s action, advocate Manan Kumar Mishra remarked, “It is crucial that we uphold the principles of fairness and transparency in public examinations. The future of many aspirants depends on the integrity of these processes.”

With the Supreme Court now involved, all eyes will remain on how effectively the CBI can address the serious allegations laid out in the petition.