LUCKNOW: More than 500 candidates selected for 1,276 nursing positions at King George’s Medical University were reportedly associated with a single coaching institute in Jaipur, triggering an extensive investigation by the Special Task Force into the 2023 recruitment drive. The inquiry was initiated by the state government following allegations of procedural irregularities in the selection process. Preliminary findings pointed to potential malpractice, prompting the investigating agency to scrutinize administrative records, electronic materials, and communication trails connected to the exercise.
Scrutiny Focuses on Jaipur Coaching Centre
Investigators are looking into the high concentration of successful candidates linked to the Concept RNR coaching institute based in Jaipur. A significant share of the total appointments went to individuals connected to the center, leading the agency to assess whether the outcome reflected fair competition or compromised testing standards.
The task force is examining potential ties between representatives of the coaching institute and personnel at the medical university. Investigators are reviewing call detail records, electronic evidence, and relevant administrative documents to trace interactions among individuals tied to the exercise. Investigators are also determining whether any administrative staff facilitated undue advantages during the selection.
Shift in Examination Format Under Scrutiny
A central line of inquiry concerns the decision to switch the recruitment test from an online format to an offline examination after the initial notification had already been released. The agency is reviewing official records to determine why the examination mode was altered and which officials authorized the procedural revision.
Investigators are assessing whether the mid-process modification followed established protocols or served to enable irregularities. The inquiry is specifically assessing whether any relationship exists between the format change and the disproportionate number of selections from the Jaipur facility. Complete documentation, covering every stage from the initial public notice to candidate shortlisting, remains under active review.
Role of Personnel Examined Ahead of Potential FIR
The conduct of several university officials and employees associated with the examination is under evaluation, with investigators reviewing their past administrative records and actions during the drive. Agency sources stated that while the involvement of certain individuals has raised questions, no one has been formally declared guilty at this stage.
The task force plans to question concerned personnel and verify physical and digital findings before initiating formal legal proceedings. According to the agency, a First Information Report will be lodged once the gathered evidence establishes actionable irregularities, as the probe continues to assess all phases of the 2023 recruitment process.
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