Telangana High Court strikes down Group 1 Mains results; calls for reevaluation
The Telangana High Court set aside TSPSC Group-1 Mains results, citing “glaring lapses” in evaluation. Justice Namavarapu Rajeshwar Rao ordered a fresh re-evaluation per Sanjay vs UPPSC guidelines and warned of a full re-exam if irregularities recur. Postings to 563 vacancies are on hold.
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Monday struck down the results of the prestigious Group–1 Mains examination, halting the posting of the candidates who had cleared certificate verification. Justice Namavarapu Rajeshwar Rao, pronouncing the judgment in a batch of cases filed by unsuccessful candidates seeking either a re-evaluation under court supervision or a fresh examination altogether, found glaring lapses in the evaluation of the Mains held between October 21 and 27, 2024.
The court ordered the Telangana State Public Service Commission (TSPSC) to re-evaluate all answer scripts afresh. The revaluation must strictly follow the guidelines laid down in the Sanjay vs Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission case, the Court directed. The judge made it clear that only after a flawless evaluation can postings be given to the 563 notified vacancies.
Warning of “zero tolerance” for malpractice, the Court said it would order a complete re-conduct of the Mains if irregularities crop up again. TSPSC has been given eight months from receipt of the order to complete the entire process and issue postings.
The recruitment process has witnessed several twists over the past year. In December 2023, after a change of government, the Congress government increased the number of Group–1 posts to 563 and re-issued the notification in February 2024. The prelims were held on June 9, 2024, with a record 3.02 lakh aspirants appearing.
Subsequently, the Mains were conducted from October 21 to 27, 2024, with 21,093 candidates taking part. Results were declared in March 2025, followed by certificate verification in April. After detailed hearing in the matter the court ordered re-evaluation.
