Archive · 29 Jul 2026
KPSC Recruitment Row: Cases Transferred to CID
The Karnataka government has moved two cases involving the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
These cases are about possible unfair practices in job recruitment.
The government wants the CID to investigate thoroughly to make sure everything is fair.
The KPSC hasn't said anything about this move yet.
The cases were first registered at a police station in Bengaluru and involve a law passed in 2023 to prevent corruption in exams.
Two cases against KPSC transferred to CID for investigation.
Cases registered under Section 10 of the Karnataka Public Examination Act, 2023.
Transfer aimed at ensuring a fair and impartial investigation.
Cases originally registered at Vidhana Soudha Police Station, Bengaluru City.
KPSC has not yet publicly commented on the transfer.
- Who
- Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) and the Home Ministry
- What
- Transfer of cases related to alleged irregularities in recruitment
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Bengaluru City, Karnataka
- Why
- To ensure a fair, impartial, and comprehensive investigation
Government's Decision
KPSC's Stance
Transfer of Cases
Government's Decision
The Home Ministry transferred the cases to ensure a fair and impartial investigation.
KPSC's Stance
The KPSC has not yet publicly commented on the transfer.
- Cases Registered
- Two cases under Section 10 of the Karnataka Public Examination Act, 2023
- Location of Cases
- Vidhana Soudha Police Station, Bengaluru City
- Investigating Agency
- Criminal Investigation Department (CID)
- Announcement Platform
- X (formerly Twitter)
- Act Involved
- Karnataka Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of Corruption and Unfair Means in Recruitment) Act, 2023