Fresh Allegations Rock KPSC as Candidates Claim Veterinary Officer Posts Were Sold for Rs 80 Lakh

The Karnataka Public Service Commission is facing fresh controversy after allegations of large scale irregularities surfaced in the recruitment of veterinary officers. The latest claims come shortly after the suspension of the commission’s chairman over separate allegations, adding to concerns about the transparency of the recruitment process.

More than 50 candidates have reportedly filed a complaint with the Vidhana Soudha Police Station, alleging that the recruitment process was manipulated and calling for the entire selection exercise to be cancelled. Police are expected to examine the allegations as part of the complaint.

The recruitment examination for 400 veterinary officer posts was conducted on January 8, while the results were announced on July 17. Soon after the results were declared, several candidates questioned the outcome and alleged that the selection process was unfair.

One of the most serious allegations is that a single veterinary officer post was allegedly sold for as much as Rs 80 lakh through middlemen. Those making the complaint have claimed that candidates were approached and asked to pay money in exchange for securing a government job. These allegations have not been proven and remain under investigation.

Candidates have also alleged that irregularities affected a significant portion of the recruitment process. According to those who filed the complaint, deserving candidates may have been overlooked while others allegedly secured positions through unfair means.

Student representatives have demanded a thorough investigation into the recruitment process and called for strict action if any wrongdoing is established. They have also urged the authorities to cancel the recruitment and conduct a fresh selection process to ensure fairness for all applicants.

Some of the complainants have further alleged that influential individuals and intermediaries played a role in the recruitment process. They have called for a detailed probe into the alleged involvement of officials and anyone found responsible if the accusations are substantiated.

The controversy has gained additional attention because it comes after serious allegations against the suspended KPSC chairman, Shivashankarappa Sahukar. Some complainants have claimed that his name has also surfaced during discussions surrounding the latest recruitment controversy. However, no official findings have yet linked him to the allegations related to the veterinary officer recruitment.

Candidates have questioned how some applicants secured exceptionally high scores, arguing that even well prepared aspirants often struggle to achieve such results in highly competitive examinations. They believe the selection process should be independently reviewed to restore confidence among job seekers.

The allegations have intensified calls for greater transparency in public recruitment, with many candidates urging the government to ensure that merit remains the only basis for appointments. Authorities have yet to make an official announcement on whether the recruitment process will be reviewed or if a formal investigation will be expanded based on the complaints received.