Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test: The Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026 in Maharashtra has been postponed just one day before the scheduled examination after authorities uncovered an alleged question paper leak. The incident has led to the arrest of three individuals from Bhiwandi and the exposure of what police describe as an inter-state examination paper leak syndicate.
The sudden postponement has affected nearly 6 lakh candidates, who were set to appear for the exam across 1,728 examination centres at 37 locations throughout Maharashtra.
Three Arrested in Bhiwandi 🚔
According to police officials, the three accused—originally from Bihar and Haryana—were arrested in Bhiwandi, Thane district, after officers recovered copies of the original TET question paper that was scheduled to be used for Sunday’s examination.
Police acted on confidential intelligence received on June 27, indicating that a group was attempting to sell leaked copies of the examination paper. Following verification of the information, multiple police teams conducted an operation and detained the suspects.
Special Investigation Team (SIT) Formed 🔍
To investigate the case, Maharashtra Police has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) headed by DCP Pawan Bansod.
The SIT includes:
- 👮 2 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs)
- 👮 9 Police Inspectors
- 👮 Assistant Police Inspectors
Authorities have also dispatched multiple investigation teams to several states to identify the source of the paper leak and arrest the mastermind behind the alleged racket.
Official Police Statement 📝
Police stated that confidential information suggested that certain individuals were planning to sell leaked TET question papers before the examination. Acting swiftly, officers verified the intelligence, detained the suspects, and recovered copies of the question paper intended for the postponed examination.
The investigation is ongoing, and officials are working to determine how the confidential examination material was leaked.
Political Reactions 🏛️
The controversy has sparked a political debate, arriving just weeks after the alleged NEET-UG paper leak controversy.
Opposition parties criticized the government over repeated examination security failures, questioning the integrity of recruitment and entrance examinations. The ruling government has assured strict action against those responsible and promised a comprehensive investigation.
Impact on Candidates 📢
The postponement has caused uncertainty among nearly 6 lakh TET aspirants preparing for the examination. Candidates are advised to monitor official announcements for the revised examination schedule and further instructions.
Key Highlights ✅
- 🚨 Maharashtra TET 2026 postponed due to an alleged paper leak.
- 👮 Three accused arrested in Bhiwandi.
- 🔍 SIT formed to investigate the inter-state paper leak network.
- 📚 Nearly 6 lakh candidates affected.
- 🏫 Examination was scheduled at 1,728 centres across 37 locations.
- ⚖️ Investigation continues to identify the mastermind behind the leak.
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