{
  "id": 20191072,
  "title": "KPSC preliminary exam held under tight security",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/kpsc-preliminary-exam-held-under-tight-security",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-15T15:06:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/kpsc-preliminary-exam-held-under-tight-security/article71705286.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) recently conducted its preliminary examination for Gazetted Probationer posts in Mysuru district, held under stringent security measures on Sunday. Approximately 14,874 candidates had registered for the competitive exam, though several did not appear. The assessment took place at 32 centers across the district, with police personnel present to ensure a smooth and orderly execution. Institutions such as Maharaja’s College PU College and Teresian College served as venues for the examination. Candidates underwent thorough searches and identity verifications before entering the examination halls, and were mandated to leave personal items outside. Special accommodations were made for visually impaired candidates who participated in the test. Security personnel meticulously inspected candidates for any electronic devices or prohibited materials to thwart any attempts at malpractice. The examination was divided into two sessions, one from 10 a.m. to noon and the other from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., with prohibitory orders enforced within a 200-meter radius of all centers.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducted preliminary exam in Mysuru.",
    "14,874 candidates registered, but several did not appear.",
    "Security measures included identity checks, electronic device bans, and prohibitory orders."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}