Archive · 28 Jul 2026
MPSC Clarifies Drug Inspector Exam Leak Allegations
There was a big test for Drug Inspectors in Maharashtra.
Some people said the test questions were leaked before the exam.
The organization that runs the test, MPSC, said they are looking into it.
They said one of the people who complained later said it was a joke and not true.
But other people, like some politicians, say the test was leaked and the government should do more to find out the truth.
They want a big investigation and say the government is not doing enough to help the students.
MPSC issued a clarification regarding allegations of a paper leak in the Drug Inspector recruitment exam.
Complainant Gaurav Patil later retracted his complaint, stating it was made at the behest of a friend who failed the exam.
MPSC is investigating the matter and will file an official police complaint based on the evidence collected.
Opposition parties demand a thorough inquiry, forensic audit, and government intervention, alleging a cover-up and threats to complainants.
The examination was conducted on March 22, 2026, with results declared on June 12, 2026, and interviews conducted from July 1 to 22, 2026.
- Who
- Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC), opposition parties (NCP (SP), Congress, Shiv Sena UBT), complainants (Gaurav Patil, Rishikesh Gangurde)
- What
- Allegations of a paper leak in the MPSC Drug Inspector recruitment exam, followed by a clarification and investigation by MPSC
- When
- Examination conducted on March 22, 2026; results declared on June 12, 2026; interviews conducted from July 1 to 22, 2026; complaint received on July 21, 2026
- Where
- Examination centers across Maharashtra; MPSC office
- Why
- To address allegations of a paper leak and ensure transparency in the examination process
MPSC and Government Officials
Opposition Parties and Complainants
Nature of the Complaint
MPSC and Government Officials
The complaint was vague and later retracted by the complainant, who stated it was made at the behest of a friend who failed the exam.
Opposition Parties and Complainants
The complaint was serious and substantiated with evidence, including WhatsApp chat transcripts, indicating a deliberate paper leak.
Response to the Complaint
MPSC and Government Officials
MPSC is investigating the matter and will file an official police complaint based on the evidence collected.
Opposition Parties and Complainants
The opposition parties demand a thorough inquiry, forensic audit, and government intervention, alleging a cover-up and threats to complainants.
Transparency and Fairness
MPSC and Government Officials
MPSC maintains that the examination process was fair and that the complaint was a result of a personal grievance.
Opposition Parties and Complainants
The opposition parties argue that the examination process is flawed and that the government is not taking adequate action to address the issue.
- Examination Date
- March 22, 2026
- Results Declared
- June 12, 2026
- Interview Period
- July 1 to 22, 2026
- Number of Candidates Interviewed
- 488
- Complainant's Name
- Gaurav Patil
- Alleged Beneficiary
- Not specified
- Opposition Parties Involved
- NCP (SP), Congress, Shiv Sena UBT
- Key Allegations
- Paper leak via WhatsApp, threats to complainants, lack of response from MPSC