Maharashtra sets up high-level panel to review recruitment exam systems

The Maharashtra government has established a high-level panel to scrutinize the state's recruitment exam systems, aiming to enhance transparency, security, and fairness for candidates. The committee, headed by the Additional Chief Secretary, is tasked with reviewing the entire examination process, from paper setting to result generation, to identify areas for improvement and prevent malpractices.

Feedback will be solicited from a wide range of stakeholders, including students, examinees, parents, teachers, educational institutions, coaching classes, study hall operators, public representatives, and other relevant parties across all revenue divisions in Maharashtra. The committee will personally visit Savitribai Phule Pune University on September 12, 2026, to gather direct input from students and examinees.

To facilitate submissions from Pune district citizens, a dedicated special cell has been set up at the Pune Collectorate Office. This cell will operate from September 7 to 10, 2026, and accept written feedback via email until a specified deadline. Citizens unable to visit the special cell in person are encouraged to submit their feedback electronically.

The committee seeks suggestions on various aspects of the examination system, including paper setting, distribution, transportation, exam center management, response recording, evaluation, and security during result generation. They are particularly interested in technologies such as digital systems, biometric authentication, access control, audit trails, and CCTV surveillance.

Suggestions will also address preventive measures against malpractices like question paper leaks, confidentiality breaches, impersonation, collusion, and misuse of electronic devices.

The committee will evaluate all received feedback and compile a comprehensive report for the state government's consideration. District Collector Jitendra Dudi has urged all relevant stakeholders in Pune district to actively participate in this process, which will impact the future of millions of competitive exam aspirants in the state.