Telangana High Court Nullifies Group-1 Exam Rankings, Orders Re-evaluation
Court Decision on Group-1 Examination
The Telangana High Court has annulled the ranking list for the Group-1 examinations conducted by the Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC), which was published on March 10, 2025. The court mandated that the examination papers undergo a thorough re-evaluation. Until this investigation concludes, no new results will be issued. Should re-evaluation prove unfeasible, a fresh examination will be required.
This ruling was delivered by a division bench led by Justice Namvarpu Rajeswara Rao following an extensive hearing on July 7, 2025. The court has allotted TGPSC a period of eight months to finalize this investigation. This ruling significantly impacts the thousands of candidates who participated in the Group-1 examination and have been awaiting their results.
Background of the Case
The TGPSC announced the results for the Group-1 examinations on March 10, 2025, which are crucial for securing government positions within the state. However, numerous candidates raised concerns regarding the examination process, alleging errors in paper evaluation and a lack of transparency. Some candidates subsequently filed a petition in the High Court to address these grievances.
The petition asserted that TGPSC failed to conduct a proper review of the examination papers. Candidates presented evidence to the court, alleging irregularities in the evaluation process. The court took these petitions seriously and, during the July 7 hearing, Justice Rajeshwar Rao's bench reviewed the arguments and evidence from all parties involved before deciding to cancel the ranking list.
Details of the Court's Ruling
In its ruling, the court emphasized that TGPSC must re-evaluate the Group-1 examination papers. The investigation must be conducted transparently and fairly, with an eight-month deadline set for completion. Consequently, TGPSC is expected to finalize this process by March 2026. If re-evaluation is not feasible, the court has instructed TGPSC to conduct a new examination. This ruling offers hope to candidates dissatisfied with the initial results, although those who passed may face uncertainty as they await the new outcomes.
Impact on Candidates
The decision affects thousands of candidates who participated in the Group-1 examination, many of whom aspire to secure government jobs. This ruling directly influences those who initially passed, as any changes in the re-evaluation could alter their rankings. Conversely, it provides a glimmer of hope for candidates who raised concerns about the evaluation process.