COMEDK cancels candidature of 36 involved in malpractice in Jamshedpur

COMEDK has suspended the candidature of 36 students involved in malpractice during the UGET 2026 entrance exams held in Jamshedpur. The affected students have been given an opportunity to present their case before authorities in Bengaluru.
Why it matters
Maintaining the integrity of large-scale entrance examinations is critical for fair academic competition and institutional credibility.
COMEDK has taken action after malpractice was reported at three centres in Jamshedpur during the COMEDK UGET 2026. As part of the regulations, the candidature of 36 candidates involved in malpractice has been placed under suspension.
The article presents the facts of the disciplinary action taken by the examination board neutrally.
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