ED Cracks KPSC Exam Scam: Bribes Funneled into Gold, Cash, and Bank Transfers

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has uncovered a money trail in the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) veterinary officers exam scam, revealing that candidates allegedly paid between ₹30 lakh and ₹40 lakh each for access to leaked question papers and correct answers. The proceeds were traced to bank transfers, gold purchases, and cash transactions, according to the ED's investigation.

The scam came to light after an initial demand of around ₹80 lakh per candidate, which was later negotiated down. The ED's findings suggest a sophisticated operation involving multiple channels to launder the bribe money. The KPSC, responsible for conducting civil services exams in Karnataka, has yet to issue a formal statement on the matter.

The investigation is ongoing, and further arrests and seizures are expected. This case highlights the persistent challenge of corruption in India's public examination systems and raises questions about the integrity of recruitment processes for critical government posts. The ED's findings are likely to intensify scrutiny of exam conducting bodies across the country.