The SSC CGL 2025 Tier-1 exam has become the epicenter of a digital storm, with aspirants across India launching a full-scale online protest over alleged irregularities and technical breaches. Social media platforms are flooded with hashtags like SSC jawab do and CJI help us, as candidates demand transparency and accountability from the Staff Selection Commission.
Key Highlights of the Controversy
The Tier-1 exam was conducted across 255 centres in 126 cities, with 13.5 lakh candidates appearing out of 28 lakh applicants
SSC announced a re-exam for candidates affected by the Mumbai fire incident on September 26, but limited it to one centre
Allegations surfaced that exam papers were solved remotely using unauthorized access, prompting outrage and viral posts
Four individuals were arrested in Bihar for hacking the exam system, along with three employees of the exam-conducting agency
A candidate in Dhanbad was caught with answers being marked automatically, revealing a deeper racket involving server manipulation
SSC’s Response and Aspirants’ Demands
SSC dismissed widespread malpractice claims, stating that technical disruptions were analyzed and affected candidates were rescheduled
Over 18,000 feedback submissions were received and reviewed, with SSC promising to consider operational issues for future exams
Aspirants are calling for a full cancellation and re-conduct of the exam, citing compromised integrity and career risks
The protest underscores growing frustration with digital exam vulnerabilities and the urgent need for reform in India’s recruitment systems.
Sources: MSN India, Times Now