| Date | 2016 - present |
|---|---|
| Location | India |
| Type | Scandal |
| Target | students |
SSC Scam is an alleged paper leak scandal which was first reported by sections of media in 2018. [1] [2] This alleged 'scam' [3] was popularized when several students reported their assessment of a large scale paper leak, unfair assessment after normalisation and various other misgivings. [4] [5] [6] The then SSC director rejected these assertions but CBI has arrested few people while the case continues. [7]
In July 2025, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) faced criticism from aspirants and educators following significant changes in the medium and methodology of its examinations. These modifications reportedly led to confusion and dissatisfaction among candidates preparing for government recruitment through SSC. [8]
On 31 July 2025, a delegation of teachers and SSC aspirants gathered in New Delhi to meet the SSC Chairperson to raise concerns about alleged mismanagement. Initially, the Chairperson reportedly agreed to address the issues but later reversed the decision. This led to an escalation, and the Delhi Police intervened, allegedly resorting to lathi charge to disperse the protest. [9]
Several teachers and students were reportedly injured during the incident, and multiple detentions were made. First Information Reports (FIRs) were also filed against some protesters. The protest was widely shared on social media, with slogans such as "Staff Selection Commission seems like a commission with zero accountability" gaining attention. [10]
The incident triggered widespread concern regarding transparency and governance within the SSC. Various student groups and educators have continued to demand accountability and reforms.
The SSC exams are the only government exams with highest paper leak cases after 2016, every two or three years a new paper leak case arises. [11] [12] [13]