Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Madhya Pradesh Exam Fraud: 73 Exams Since 2020, 12 Hit by Fraud
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has conducted 73 exams since 2020.
Out of these, more than 12 exams were affected by fraud, and 3 were cancelled.
The biggest issue was in 2021 when question papers were illegally downloaded.
The board has faced many problems, including impersonation and irregularities.
Over 2.27 crore applications were received, and 78.33 lakh candidates appeared in 65 exams.
The board has collected Rs 359.50 crore in exam fees.
Some exams are still pending results.
73 exams conducted by MPESB since 2020, including 40 recruitment tests and 33 eligibility/entrance exams.
Over 12 exams affected by fraud, 3 cancelled, and 9 exams pending results.
Question papers illegally downloaded in 2021, leading to cancellation of three exams.
Police cases registered for impersonation and irregularities in multiple exams.
Total applications received: 2.27 crore, with 78.33 lakh candidates appearing in 65 exams.
- Who
- Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB)
- What
- Exam fraud and irregularities
- When
- Between 2020 and June 2026
- Where
- Madhya Pradesh, India
- Why
- Allegations of question paper leaks, impersonation, and large-scale irregularities
Exam Integrity Advocates
Exam Conducting Authorities
Transparency and Accountability
Exam Integrity Advocates
Demand immediate cancellation of all exams with irregularities and independent investigations.
Exam Conducting Authorities
Argue that most exams are conducted fairly and only isolated cases need scrutiny.
Technical Security
Exam Integrity Advocates
Criticize the lack of robust security measures to prevent question paper leaks.
Exam Conducting Authorities
Claim that technical measures are in place and incidents are rare.
- Total Exams Conducted
- 73
- Recruitment Tests
- 40
- Eligibility/Entrance Exams
- 33
- Exams Affected by Fraud
- 12
- Exams Cancelled
- 3
- Pending Results
- 9
- Total Applications
- 2.27 crore
- Candidates Appeared
- 78.33 lakh
- Total Fees Collected
- Rs 359.50 crore