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Mumbai Police File FIR in IIT-B Exam Scam

Five accused of cheating, FIR filed, exam held at IIT-B

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 09 August 2026 at 11:06 pm
Mumbai Police File FIR in IIT-B Exam Scam

Mumbai police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against five individuals accused of cheating in the peon recruitment exam held at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IIT-B) for the Central Sanskrit University.

The exam was conducted to fill peon positions at the university, and the accused individuals were caught using unfair means to gain an advantage.

The police have launched an investigation into the matter and are reviewing the evidence collected from the exam center. The accused individuals have been identified and will be summoned for questioning soon.

The Central Sanskrit University had announced the recruitment drive for peon positions, and the exam was held at IIT-B as a neutral venue. However, it appears that some candidates resorted to cheating to secure the positions.

The Mumbai police have assured that they will take strict action against those found guilty of cheating. The university has also stated that it will not tolerate any unfair means and will ensure that the recruitment process is transparent and fair.

The incident highlights the need for strict vigilance and monitoring during recruitment exams to prevent cheating and ensure that the selection process is fair and merit-based.

In recent years, there have been several instances of cheating in recruitment exams in Mumbai, and the police have been taking steps to crack down on such activities.

The Central Sanskrit University is a premier institution for the study of Sanskrit and other ancient Indian languages, and it is expected to maintain high standards of integrity and transparency in its recruitment processes.

The Mumbai police will continue to investigate the matter and will take action against those found guilty of cheating.

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining the integrity of recruitment exams and the need for strict action against those who resort to unfair means to gain an advantage.

Frequently asked questions

What was the exam for?

The exam was for peon recruitment at the Central Sanskrit University.

Where was the exam held?

The exam was held at IIT-B.

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