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The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has issued an urgent warning to job applicants about fraudulent examination notices circulating on social media platforms. The board emphasized that all official information regarding recruitment processes is released exclusively through its authorized channels.
According to the official statement, candidates should only rely on announcements made on the board’s official website (uppbpb.gov.in) and its verified X (formerly Twitter) account (@upprpb). The warning comes amid rising concerns about misinformation potentially affecting thousands of applicants seeking positions in the state’s police force.
“Candidates are strongly advised to disregard information from unauthorized sources,” the statement read. The board further cautioned that legal action would be pursued against individuals found creating or distributing false recruitment information.
The warning was triggered by the discovery of a forged letter circulating online that claimed to announce an incorrect examination date for sub-inspector (civil police) and equivalent positions. In response, authorities have filed a First Information Report (FIR) at Hussainganj police station under crime number 11/26 against unknown perpetrators.
Police officials confirmed that the case has been registered under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023—India’s new criminal code that replaced the colonial-era Indian Penal Code—along with Section 66 of the Information Technology Act. The charges include impersonation, creating public nuisance, obstructing government work, and misuse of electronic media.
The incident highlights a growing trend of recruitment scams targeting job seekers in Uttar Pradesh, India’s most populous state with high unemployment rates. Such scams often prey on the desperation of candidates competing for limited government positions, which are highly sought after for their job security and benefits.
UPPRPB clarified that the legitimate written examination for sub-inspector and equivalent positions was officially announced on December 3. The exam is scheduled to take place on March 14-15, 2025, and will be conducted in four shifts to accommodate the large number of applicants.
Government job recruitment processes in India, particularly for police and civil service positions, typically attract hundreds of thousands of candidates. The UP Police recruitment drives are especially competitive, with previous cycles seeing application numbers in the millions for just a few thousand positions.
This is not the first time recruitment processes in Uttar Pradesh have been targeted by fraudsters. In recent years, several high-profile examination paper leaks and recruitment scams have plagued various government departments in the state, leading to cancellations and rescheduling of tests, causing significant distress to genuine candidates.
Law enforcement agencies have repeatedly urged candidates to exercise caution and verify information through official channels. The recruitment board has also established a system for applicants to report suspicious recruitment-related communications immediately to the authorities.
Cybersecurity experts note that such recruitment scams often extend beyond misinformation to include phishing attempts aimed at extracting personal data and money from unsuspecting candidates, underscoring the importance of vigilance during the application process.
The UPPRPB has promised to maintain transparent communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process and emphasized that no changes to examination schedules would be made without formal announcements through its official platforms.
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It’s concerning to see these fake exam notices being spread online. Applicants really need to be on the lookout for scams like this and only trust information coming directly from the UPPRPB. Kudos to them for taking swift action to address the issue.
This is an important heads-up for anyone interested in UP police jobs. Scammers trying to take advantage of applicants is sadly all too common these days. Sticking to the UPPRPB’s official sources is the best way to avoid falling victim to these schemes.
You’re absolutely right. With so much misinformation out there, it’s critical that job seekers verify everything through authorized channels. The UPPRPB is doing the right thing by cracking down on these fraudulent notices.
This is an important warning for anyone applying for police jobs in Uttar Pradesh. Verifying recruitment information through official sources is crucial to avoid wasting time and effort on scams. Good on the UPPRPB for taking swift action.
It’s disappointing to see scammers trying to take advantage of applicants this way. Kudos to the UPPRPB for quickly issuing a warning and reporting the fraudulent activity. Candidates should stick to the authorized channels to stay safe.
Agreed, it’s a shame bad actors try to profit off vulnerable job seekers. The authorities are right to come down hard on this – hopefully it deters future attempts to mislead applicants.
Fraudulent exam notices are a serious issue that can really disrupt the recruitment process. I’m glad the UPPRPB is being proactive in shutting down these scams and advising applicants to only trust their authorized information channels.
Absolutely, it’s critical that job seekers remain vigilant. Relying on unofficial sources can lead to a lot of heartache, so heeding the UPPRPB’s warnings is the smart move.
This is a good reminder for job seekers to always verify recruitment information. Relying on unofficial sources can lead to a lot of wasted time and effort. The UPPRPB is right to pursue legal action against those spreading false notices.
It’s alarming to see fake exam notices circulating, especially for coveted government positions. Kudos to the UPPRPB for quickly addressing this and reminding applicants to only trust information from their verified channels.
It’s concerning to see fraudulent exam notices circulating, especially for important government jobs. Applicants need to be vigilant and only trust information from the official UPPRPB channels to avoid falling victim to scams.
You’re right, staying informed through authorized sources is crucial. Sharing misinformation can really hurt people’s chances, so I’m glad the police are taking action against it.