In recent years, Eduquity Career Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has become a prominent name in India’s competitive exam ecosystem. As one of the private agencies hired by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to conduct its online exams, Eduquity’s involvement has sparked both praise for technological management and criticism for alleged mismanagement and corruption.
In this blog, we uncover the full story of Eduquity – who they are, their responsibilities, controversies, and the growing cloud of corruption allegations surrounding SSC exams.
💼 What is Eduquity?
Eduquity Career Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a Bengaluru-based private firm specializing in large-scale computer-based test (CBT) management and online assessments. The company partners with various Indian government departments, public sector units, and corporate clients to conduct entrance tests, hiring assessments, and certifications.
Eduquity provides:
- Exam infrastructure setup
- Secure browser and exam platform
- Candidate registration and verification
- Live tech support during exams
- Data analytics and result compilation
🔗 Eduquity and SSC: A Strategic Tie-Up
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), responsible for recruiting staff for various ministries and departments of the Indian government, began outsourcing CBT logistics due to the sheer volume of candidates. Eduquity was one of the selected vendors.
They’ve been involved in conducting online exams such as:
- SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level)
- SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level)
- SSC MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff)
🛑 Allegations & Controversies Surrounding Eduquity
While Eduquity was intended to streamline the examination process, its involvement in SSC exams has not been free from controversy. Here are the key allegations:
📍 1. Server Failures and Paper Leaks
In several instances, candidates have reported:
- Exam platforms crashing mid-test.
- Answers not being saved.
- Auto-logouts or frozen screens.
Although these were sometimes blamed on local technical glitches, some whistleblowers and online forums alleged intentional manipulation or gross negligence.
⚠️ In 2023 and 2024, multiple aspirants alleged that some exam centers affiliated with Eduquity leaked exam answers or used dummy candidates, particularly in Tier 1 and Tier 2 levels.
📍 2. Unfair Allocation of Exam Centers
Several candidates have raised concerns that certain exam centers – especially in specific states like Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar – were consistently producing unusually high scores.
This led to speculation that:
- Paper was leaked beforehand in select centers
- Favoritism or bribes may have been involved in center allocation
- Proxy candidates were being allowed by corrupt exam center officials
While Eduquity officially denied wrongdoing, the SSC did not release a comprehensive audit report, increasing distrust among candidates.
📍 3. Bribery Allegations
Some media outlets and YouTube education influencers have alleged that Eduquity-linked exam supervisors or contractors demanded bribes from aspirants in exchange for:
- Allowing cheating
- Tampering with biometric attendance
- Providing answer keys mid-exam
Though no direct legal action has been publicly confirmed against Eduquity’s top management, field-level operations have come under scrutiny.
In 2023, the #SSCScam trended on X (Twitter) after screenshots were circulated of candidates being offered Tier 1 answers via Telegram for ₹30,000, allegedly connected to centers under Eduquity’s operation.
📍 4. Lack of Transparency in Evaluation
SSC aspirants have repeatedly asked for:
- Access to raw scores
- Normalization formula
- Question-wise performance breakdown
Eduquity, being the backend handler of score compilation, has refused to release technical or audit details, citing data confidentiality. This has led to fears of manipulation or biased result generation.
🏛️ Legal and Government Response
Despite growing concerns from the student community:
- No major public investigation has yet been launched directly targeting Eduquity.
- SSC has not publicly blacklisted the company.
- RTIs filed by aspirants requesting details about Eduquity’s contracts and practices were mostly returned with “Information Not Available” or “Classified”.
This lack of transparency has only increased suspicion.
📢 Voices from the Ground
“My system crashed 3 times during the CHSL Tier 1 exam in Delhi. The invigilator told me not to worry – my paper would be ‘handled’. That raised a red flag.” – Anonymous aspirant, Delhi center
“I paid ₹20,000 for getting answers during my MTS paper in Patna. A guy sent me a PDF 30 minutes before the exam. I still didn’t qualify – it was a scam.” – Candidate (via Quora)
“SSC should conduct its own audit on vendors like Eduquity and stop this outsourcing madness.” – Education activist on X
✅ What Eduquity Says
On their official website and statements, Eduquity claims:
- Their systems are ISO-certified for security.
- They follow all government guidelines.
- They do not interfere in candidate selection or result declaration.
However, they have remained silent on direct allegations of corruption, bribery, or unfair advantage.
💡 What Needs to Change?
For SSC:
- Make all vendor contracts and audit reports public.
- Conduct surprise inspections at exam centers.
- Add a grievance redressal system for CBT-related issues.
For Eduquity:
- Release technical documentation to improve transparency.
- Blacklist partner centers with repeated complaints.
- Engage with candidates publicly to restore credibility.
📌 Final Thoughts
The Eduquity-SSC connection represents both the possibilities and pitfalls of digital exams in India. While Eduquity has introduced scale and automation, its role has come under the scanner due to technical lapses, irregularities, and corruption allegations.
As crores of youth place their future in the hands of SSC and its partners, transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct must be non-negotiable. Until then, the shadow of doubt will continue to grow over both Eduquity and India’s digital examination process.
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