Ahead of the upcoming constable recruitment examination in Lucknow, the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board has adopted a strict stance on exam security and malpractice prevention. The board has issued a clear warning that any individual found involved in cheating, paper leaks, or solver gang activities will face strict legal action, including the possibility of seizure of both movable and immovable assets if caught acting as a solver.
The board stated that in such cases, the investigating officer (investigation officer) will submit a detailed report to the concerned District Magistrate (DM), following which proceedings for legal action and property seizure will be initiated. This measure has been introduced to ensure a fully transparent and cheating-free examination process.
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Additional Secretary Recruitment Satyarth Aniruddh Pankaj informed that the board has observed that some individuals are discussing, analyzing, and circulating possible exam questions or content on social media. He clarified that all such activities are strictly prohibited and will invite legal consequences.
The board further emphasized that under the Uttar Pradesh Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, any unauthorized activity related to examinations is considered a serious criminal offence. This includes cheating, leaking question papers or answer keys, unauthorized circulation of exam material, and tampering with computer-based examination systems.
Under the new provisions, any candidate found using unfair means in the examination may be debarred for at least one year. In addition, criminal proceedings will be initiated, carrying a punishment of up to three years of imprisonment. The offence has been classified as non-bailable.
The board has also declared that any discussion, rumor, or circulation of exam-related content on social media will be treated as an offence. Monitoring of such activities is already underway, and strict action will be taken against those found guilty.
Furthermore, if any person involved in the examination process leaks confidential information related to question papers or exam material, they may face even harsher punishment. Such offences carry imprisonment ranging from two to ten years, along with a fine between ₹2 lakh and ₹5 lakh.
The strictest provisions have been reserved for solver gangs. If a solver gang is caught for the first time, members may face up to seven years of imprisonment and a fine of up to ₹10 lakh. In case of repeated offences, the punishment may extend to life imprisonment along with a fine ranging from ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore.
The board stated that advanced technical surveillance, digital tracking systems, and strengthened security arrangements are being implemented to safeguard the examination process. Candidates have been advised not to fall into the trap of agents or fraudulent elements and to rely only on official notifications.
In conclusion, the board reiterated that all activities related to the examination are under strict surveillance, and any irregularity will result in immediate and stringent action.
