Maharashtra Forms Panel to Review Government Exam System, Seek Students' Feedback

The General Administration Department of the Maharashtra Government has established a high-level committee headed by the Additional Chief Secretary to carry out a thorough review of the current examination system in order to make state government recruitment exams more transparent, secure, dependable, and candidate-centric, as well as to prevent malpractices.

Feedback and recommendations for systemic improvements will be gathered through interactions with students, examinees, parents, teachers, educational institutions, coaching classes, study hall operators, public representatives, and other pertinent stakeholders across all state revenue divisions, in accordance with the committee's scope of work.

Maharashtra panel to seek students' feedback on exam system at Pune university

Accordingly, on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 10:30 am, the Chairman and committee members will visit Savitribai Phule Pune University to speak with students and examinees face-to-face and get their feedback.

A dedicated special cell has been formed at the Pune Collectorate Office to allow people and stakeholders from the Pune district to submit their thoughts, recommendations, objections, and representations. This cell will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Monday, September 7, through Thursday, September 10, 2026.

According to officials, citizens who are unable to physically attend the special cell are asked to submit written comments to the assigned email address within the allotted time.

Officials seek suggestions to make government exams safer

Feedback is requested regarding the current examination system and the ways in which different state government departments, authorities, and conducting agencies operate. District officials stated that they are looking for suggestions on how to make exams safer, more dependable, equitable, and candidate-focused.

Inputs will be sought on the entire workflow, including paper setting and moderation, question paper distribution in print or digital format, private transportation, exam centre administration, response recording, assessment, and security throughout the result creation process. According to officials, feedback on the efficient use of technology, including digital systems, biometric authentication, access control, audit trails, and CCTV surveillance, is also encouraged.

In order to stop malpractices such as question paper leaks, confidentiality violations, impersonation, collusion, and electronic device abuse, recommendations will also centre on preventive measures and accountability. According to district officials, proposals are also expected to address minimum infrastructure and security standards for test centres, interdepartmental coordination, best practices from other states or countries, and a prompt, transparent grievance redressal procedure for candidates.