Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Karnataka Sets Strict Rules for Coaching Centres Ahead of Exams
The Karnataka government has made new rules for coaching centres that help people prepare for big exams.
They want to fill 36,773 jobs in six months and expect 35 lakh people to take the tests.
The chief minister, D.K. Shivakumar, said that every part of the exam should be recorded on video and no officials should use mobile phones.
Police will watch the coaching centres to stop cheating.
If anyone breaks the rules, the government will take strong action.
Karnataka government issues guidelines to oversee coaching centres for upcoming competitive exams.
36,773 posts to be filled by KPSC and KEA within six months, with 70,000 posts to be filled soon.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar urges video‑recording of all exam stages and bans mobile phones for officials.
Police chiefs instructed to monitor coaching centres and prevent malpractice.
Shivakumar warns of stern action against officers if malpractices occur.
- Who
- Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Karnataka state government officials
- What
- Guidelines to oversee coaching centres and exam processes for upcoming competitive exams
- When
- Announced on a Friday (article date not specified)
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- To ensure transparency and prevent malpractice in recruitment
- Posts to fill
- 36,773
- Estimated job seekers
- 35 lakh
- Posts to be filled soon
- 70,000
- Exam bodies
- Karnataka Public Service Commission and Karnataka Examinations Authority
- Key measures
- Video recording, no mobile phones, police monitoring