Crime Branch files two new FIRs over Kerala PSC exam irregularities

Crime Branch has filed two fresh FIRs over alleged irregularities in Kerala Public Service Commission examinations, targeting the Village Oil Inspector and Fisheries Extension Officer posts. The FIRs cite possible misconduct in the conduct of the exams, but no suspect has been identified in either case so far. The investigations follow earlier probes into PSC exam processes that raised questions about fairness and transparency. ## Investigation The Special Investigation Team will summon PSC chairperson M.R. Baiju to the Crime Branch headquarters on Wednesday for questioning. Baiju previously declined to appear, invoking constitutional protections that govern the commission’s operations. Authorities say the SIT’s line of inquiry will focus on the procedural lapses that may have allowed the alleged irregularities. ## Context Kerala PSC conducts competitive exams for a range of state jobs, and any breach of exam integrity can affect the credibility of the recruitment system and public trust in the commission.