Error in OPSC SDIPRO exam; questions totaling 94 marks instead of 100

Candidates appearing for the Sub-Divisional Information and Public Relations Officer (SDIPRO) OIS examination, held on March 29^th and 30^th, by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) have raised concerns regarding errors in the question papers.

Reports indicate discrepancies in the journalism and mass communication section, where the paper appeared to allocate only 94 marks for questions meant to total 100 marks. Instead of the expected 100 marks, the section provided questions totaling only 94 marks, aspirants alleged.

Tension Amongst Students

Many candidates have expressed anxiety over the missing marks, fearing it could have a negative impact on their final scores. The candidates expressed fears that the missing 6 marks could adversely impact their overall scores and subsequent rankings.

Irate students called on the relevant authorities to rectify the matter swiftly to uphold the integrity of the results.

“It’s worrying because the exam is critical for our future prospects,” one candidate commented.

The Importance of Accuracy

This examination holds significant weight in determining professional opportunities, making precision in its execution crucial. Candidates are hopeful for a swift resolution to the issue to ensure fairness in evaluation.

These concerns add to the existing challenges faced by students competing in government exams, where each mark can be decisive in the final outcome. Prompt action by OPSC is being urged to ensure a fair evaluation process for all candidates.

The OPSC has yet to issue a statement addressing these anomalies.