Question Paper Theft Forces Last-Minute Cancellation of B.Tech Exam at RGPV in Madhya Pradesh

July 4, 2026

Bhopal: The alleged theft of sealed B.Tech fourth-semester question papers forced Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV) in Madhya Pradesh to cancel an examination at the last minute on Friday, leaving around 200 students stranded and raising serious concerns over examination security at the state’s premier technical university.

The examination was scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. but was abruptly postponed after university authorities discovered that nine sealed envelopes containing question papers were missing from the University Teaching Department (UTD).

Students Stage Protest After Sudden Cancellation

Following the announcement, angry students gathered outside the office of Vice-Chancellor Dr. Alok Sharma, demanding clarity on the sudden cancellation and alleged security lapse.

Students questioned the administration over the breach and expressed concern about repeated issues in examination management.

Vice-Chancellor Orders Probe, Issues Notice

Taking immediate cognisance of the incident, Vice-Chancellor Dr. Alok Sharma issued a show-cause notice to Controller of Examinations Dr. Archana Tiwari, directing her to respond within five days.

He also constituted an inquiry committee to investigate the matter and instructed the university’s security wing to file a police complaint.

“A notice has been issued to the Controller of Examinations regarding the paper theft case. An enquiry committee has been constituted. The police have also registered an FIR and started an investigation,” Dr. Sharma said.

FIR Registered, Police Begin Investigation

According to a complaint filed by Security Officer Dr. Bhupendra Singh, unidentified persons allegedly stole nine sealed envelopes containing B.Tech fourth-semester question papers from the UTD building.

Gandhinagar police have registered an FIR against unknown persons under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and investigations are underway.

Security Lapses Under Scanner

Preliminary findings have pointed to serious security lapses in the handling of confidential examination material. While the main entrance of the building was found locked, the cupboard storing the question papers was opened.

Investigators also found a broken bathroom window, suggesting possible forced entry. Officials further revealed that no CCTV cameras were installed inside the strongroom where the papers were stored.

University Plans Fresh Exam Date

Established in 1998, RGPV is the affiliating technical university for engineering, pharmacy, architecture and management colleges across Madhya Pradesh.

Authorities said a fresh date for the postponed examination will be announced after the inquiry is completed and security arrangements are strengthened. Police continue to investigate the theft case.