Jaipur:Paramedical Exam In one of the most shocking education-related crackdowns in recent years, Rajasthan Police have unearthed a well-organised mass cheating racket operating at a paramedical examination centre in Jaipur. The investigation has revealed a ₹5.5 lakh bribery deal, institutional collusion, manipulated invigilation, and systematic academic fraud that has shaken the state’s paramedical education system.
The operation, carried out jointly by the Khora Bisal Police and the District Special Team (DST), exposed a planned conspiracy to facilitate open cheating for dozens of academically weak students during diploma examinations conducted at Prabha Devi Memorial PG College in the Kalwar (Mundota) area of Jaipur.
The revelation has prompted immediate and strict action by the Rajasthan Paramedical Exam Council, which has revoked the examination centre’s approval and suspended multiple diploma exams across Rajasthan pending a comprehensive investigation.
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How the Cheating Racket Was Uncovered
According to senior police officials involved in the probe, the cheating operation was not an isolated incident but a carefully planned institutional fraud involving college administrators, faculty members, and external facilitators.
Authorities acted on specific intelligence inputs indicating irregularities at the examination centre. A covert verification process confirmed suspicious patterns, including unusual seating arrangements and questionable invigilation assignments.
Acting swiftly, a special police team raided the examination centre just as the Paramedical Exam commenced, catching the perpetrators red-handed and preventing the fraud from being completed.
₹5.5 Lakh Bribe and Institutional Collusion
The investigation revealed that the scam revolved around 45 backlog and academically weak students from S. Karan College, a private paramedical institute based in Jhunjhunu district.
Police officials stated that a financial deal worth approximately ₹5.50 lakh had been finalised between the administrators of the two colleges. In exchange, the students were guaranteed a cheating-friendly environment to help them pass critical diploma examinations.
To execute the plan seamlessly:
All 45 compromised students were seated inside a single examination hall
Carefully selected “favourable” invigilators were deployed
Open cheating was permitted under administrative protection
Examination protocols were deliberately violated
The scale and coordination of the operation pointed to deep-rooted corruption within the academic framework.
Raid, Arrests, and Evidence Seized
During the police raid, officers recovered substantial physical and digital evidence, confirming the existence of an organised cheating network.
Recovered Evidence Included:
Slips listing names and roll numbers of favoured students
Diaries maintaining records of illegal cash transactions
Smartphones containing scanned admit cards and exam details
Documents linking staff members to logistical arrangements
Following the recovery, police arrested four key accused individuals on the spot.
Arrested Accused:
Ramkrishna Mandiwal – Administrator, Prabha Devi Memorial PG College
Devkrishna – Nephew of Ramkrishna Mandiwal, involved in coordination
Krishna Kumar Saini – Head of Paramedical Department, S. Karan College
Shankar Lal Jat – Lecturer, S. Karan College
Police officials confirmed that these individuals played central roles in planning, financing, and executing the cheating operation.
Campus Chaos and Student Protests
The sudden police action caused panic and disruption across the examination centre. Hundreds of legitimate candidates present at the venue, who were unaware of the scam, reacted with anger and distress after learning that their examination centre had been compromised.
Eyewitnesses reported:
Heated arguments between students and college staff
Damage to furniture and examination infrastructure
Accusations that management had jeopardised honest students’ academic futures
Many students demanded strict punishment for the guilty and re-conduct of exams under secure conditions, expressing fears that their careers could suffer due to institutional negligence.
Immediate Action by Rajasthan Paramedical Council
Following the police findings, the Rajasthan Paramedical Council issued an emergency directive to contain further damage.
Key Actions Taken:
Complete cancellation of examinations at Prabha Devi Memorial PG College
Suspension of ongoing diploma exams including:
DCLT (Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology)
DDT (Diploma in Dialysis Technology)
DECGT (Diploma in ECG Technology)
Revocation of the college’s examination centre status
Launch of a statewide review of examination centres
Officials stated that the council would ensure fair re-examinations for genuine students once security measures are strengthened.
A Blow to Paramedical Education Integrity
Education experts have described the incident as a serious breach of trust that threatens the credibility of paramedical qualifications in Rajasthan.
Paramedical professionals play a critical role in healthcare delivery, assisting doctors, operating diagnostic equipment, and handling patient care. Any compromise in training and evaluation, experts warn, can have direct consequences on public health and patient safety.
“This is not just an academic crime—it is a public safety issue,” said a senior education analyst. “Unqualified paramedical staff can put lives at risk.”
Legal Proceedings and Wider Investigation
Police have registered relevant criminal cases against the accused under sections dealing with:
Criminal conspiracy
Cheating and fraud
Abuse of official position
Violation of examination regulations
Investigators are now:
- Examining bank transactions linked to the ₹5.5 lakh deal
- Identifying additional beneficiaries and facilitators
- Auditing past examinations conducted at the centre
- Assessing the involvement of other institutions
Authorities have not ruled out more arrests as the investigation progresses.
Government Assurance and Reforms Promised
State authorities have assured students and parents that the government will adopt a zero-tolerance approach toward examination fraud.
Officials have promised:
- Increased surveillance at examination centres
- Digital attendance and biometric verification
- Rotation of invigilators and administrators
- Stricter penalties for institutional misconduct
The state government has also indicated plans to overhaul the paramedical examination framework to prevent similar breaches in the future.
Conclusion: A Wake-Up Call for the Education System
The Jaipur paramedical exam cheating scandal stands as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities within the education system when accountability collapses. While the swift police action has prevented further damage, the incident has exposed how deeply corruption can infiltrate institutions meant to shape future healthcare professionals.
With diplomas suspended, reputations damaged, and careers at stake, the case has become a defining moment for examination reform in Rajasthan. Authorities now face the crucial task of restoring trust, ensuring justice, and safeguarding the academic futures of honest students. Further investigation is ongoing
