Jharkhand JPSC-JSSC Exam Scam Probe Widens: 100+ Candidates Questioned As CID-SIT Uncovers Alleged ₹60 Lakh Selection Deals
GH News August 25, 2026 07:08 PM

The CID-SIT probing alleged JPSC-JSSC exam irregularities has questioned over 100 candidates and summoned 20 more. Key accused Abhay Tiwari allegedly revealed a network involving candidates, intermediaries and officials, with alleged payments of up to ₹60 lakh for selection. His brother and wife have also been arrested, while former JPSC officials are under scrutiny.

Ranchi: The investigation into alleged irregularities in examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) is widening, with the CID-Special Investigation Team (SIT) having questioned more than 100 candidates so far, officials said.

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The questioning has reportedly been carried out on the basis of information obtained during the interrogation of the alleged key accused, Abhay Tiwari. The investigation agency is examining the possible involvement of candidates, intermediaries and individuals linked to examination centres, using electronic evidence and information gathered from the accused.

On Tuesday, around 20 more candidates were issued notices to appear for questioning as part of the ongoing investigation.

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