Archive · 9 Jan 2026
UP Cancels Assistant Professor Exam Due to Paper Leak
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to cancel the Assistant Professor exam that was held last year.
This decision was made because there were some big problems with the exam, like someone leaking the question papers.
The government found out about this through a special investigation team.
They even arrested three people who were involved in cheating.
The person in charge of the exam commission also had to resign because one of the people involved in the cheating was working for her.
The government says they want to make sure the exam is fair and that they will take strict action against anyone who tries to cheat.
They will hold the exam again to make sure everything is done properly.
The Uttar Pradesh government cancelled the Assistant Professor exam due to serious irregularities, including a paper leak.
The decision was made on the orders of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath following an investigation by the Special Task Force (STF).
Three individuals were arrested for their involvement in exam manipulation and illegal extortion.
The then chairperson of the UPESSC resigned after one of the accused was found to be her confidential assistant.
The government has ordered a fresh exam to be conducted in a fair and transparent manner, ensuring the interests of genuine candidates.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh government and Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
- What
- Cancellation of the Assistant Professor examination due to paper leak and irregularities
- When
- The decision was made following the exam conducted on April 16 and 17, 2025
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh, India
- Why
- To ensure fairness and transparency in the recruitment process and to protect the interests of genuine candidates
- Exam Conducted By
- Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
- Date of Exam
- April 16 and 17, 2025
- Reason for Cancellation
- Paper Leak and Irregularities
- Arrested Individuals
- Mehboob Ali, Baijnath Pal, Vinay Pal
- Action Taken
- Confidential Inquiry, Resignation of UPESSC Chairperson, Fresh Exam Ordered
- Government's Stance
- Commitment to Transparency and Fairness