Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Karnataka Suspends 249 Lecturers Over Fake PhDs
In Karnataka, India, 249 guest lecturers were found to have used fake PhD certificates to get jobs at government colleges.
The highest number of cases was in the Kalaburagi division.
The government has suspended these lecturers and said they can't apply for faculty jobs in the future.
This is one of the biggest fraud cases in higher education in the state.
249 guest lecturers in Karnataka suspended for using fake PhD certificates.
Most cases reported in Kalaburagi division (154), followed by Bengaluru (24) and Mysuru (22).
Government order issued on July 21, accessed by The Indian Express.
Suspended lecturers banned from applying for future faculty posts.
Action taken to prevent fraud in higher education recruitment.
- Who
- 249 guest lecturers in Karnataka
- What
- Suspended for using fake PhD certificates
- When
- Order issued on July 21
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- To prevent fraud in higher education recruitment
Government Action
Lecturers' Defense
Fraudulent Certificates
Government Action
The government has evidence that 249 guest lecturers used fake PhD certificates to secure jobs.
Lecturers' Defense
Some lecturers may claim the certificates were obtained through legitimate means or administrative errors.
- Number of Suspended Lecturers
- 249
- Division with Most Cases
- Kalaburagi
- Date of Order
- July 21
- Action Taken
- Suspension and future job ban
- Source
- The Indian Express