State Agricultural University Junior Clerk Exam Controversy: Aspirants Demand Cancellation Over Paper Leak Allegations

Tension gripped the Little Bird School examination centre in Isanpur on Saturday during the Junior Clerk (Class-3) recruitment exam, conducted by Gujarat's four agricultural universities — Anand, Junagadh, Navsari, and Sardarkrushinagar-Dahod — following allegations of a paper leak and serious examination irregularities.

Candidates reported multiple discrepancies in the exam process, including delays in distribution of OMR sheets and question papers, and violation of standard examination protocols. Several aspirants alleged that the sealed question paper bundles were not opened in front of candidates, raising suspicions of malpractice.

“We were supposed to receive the OMR sheets between 1:30 pm and 1:45 pm, but they were handed out only at 2:05 pm,” said one candidate. Another added, “Instead of opening sealed bundles in the classroom, supervisors were seen walking around with open papers. When we asked for ours, we were told there weren’t enough to distribute.”

Frustrated and angered by the situation, candidates staged a protest inside the examination centre, chanting slogans and demanding immediate cancellation of the exam. The protest created a tense atmosphere at the venue, drawing attention to the growing concerns over the integrity of recruitment examinations in the state.

Despite the uproar, officials from the agricultural universities have yet to release an official statement addressing the allegations. However, following Gujarat Samachar Digital’s coverage of the issue, Ahmedabad Police responded on social media, stating:

“During today’s Junior Clerk examination for the State Agricultural University at Little Bird School (Narol), commotion arose after candidates alleged a shortage of OMR sheets. Acting on these complaints, university officials have ordered an immediate inquiry, and candidates have been informed about the situation at the school.”

As the demand for accountability grows louder, aspirants are calling for a thorough investigation and justice for those affected.