Why is an Undertrial SSC Candidate Moving to the Calcutta HC After His Name Was Omitted from SLST Results?
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Synopsis
An undertrial prisoner and teaching job aspirant, Abdul Sattar, is set to challenge the omission of his name from the SLST results in Calcutta High Court. This case raises serious questions about the transparency and accountability of the West Bengal School Service Commission amidst ongoing recruitment controversies.
Key Takeaways
- Abdul Sattar is challenging his absence from SLST results.
- The case raises questions about the West Bengal School Service Commission.
- The SLST aimed to fill 35,726 teaching positions.
- This SLST was the first in nine years.
- The Supreme Court has intervened in the recruitment process.
Kolkata, Nov 9 (NationPress) An aspiring teacher, who took the State Level Selection Test (SLST) organized by the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) last September, has resolved to approach the Calcutta High Court after discovering that his name was absent from the SSC results.
His attorney, Firdous Shamim, stated on Sunday that they plan to bring this matter to the attention of Justice Amrita Sinha at the Calcutta High Court on Monday.
Shamim elaborated that the SSC candidate, Abdul Sattar, had participated in the SLST exams as per the directives of the High Court.
However, upon the publication of results, he was marked as absent.
The attorney expressed skepticism regarding who might have taken the exams in his client’s absence.
Abdul Sattar is currently an undertrial prisoner at the Bolpur Correctional Facility in Birbhum district.
Attorney Shamim remarked, "Following the examination, during a court hearing, the state claimed that his answer sheets were sent with a designated lock number. The state’s lawyer also guaranteed that the answer sheets were secured in a specific location. Yet, in the recently released SLST results, Abdul Sattar was indicated as absent from the written examination."
Shamim raised concerns regarding the accountability of the West Bengal School Service Commission in this matter.
In September, the SSC conducted the SLST in two phases aimed at recruiting teachers for classes 9 to 12.
This SLST was the first in nine years to fill 35,726 teaching positions across classes 9-10 and 11-12.
Out of these vacancies, 23,212 posts are designated for Classes 9 and 10, while 12,514 posts are for Classes 11 and 12.
The new examination is occurring against the backdrop of a significant teacher recruitment scandal that has impacted West Bengal politics in recent years.
On April 3, the Supreme Court annulled the recruitment of nearly 26,000 teachers and non-teaching staff based on the 2016 selection process.
The new examinations are being conducted in compliance with a Supreme Court order that also prohibits candidates from the previous panel (2016) from participating in the new exam.
Last week, the SSC released the results of the SLST exams.
Point of View
We stand firmly in support of justice and transparency. The case of Abdul Sattar highlights systemic issues within the West Bengal School Service Commission, and we advocate for a thorough investigation to ensure accountability.
NationPress
10/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Abdul Sattar challenging the SLST results?
Abdul Sattar is challenging the SLST results because his name was omitted, and he was marked as absent despite attending the exam.
What action is being taken by Abdul Sattar's lawyer?
Abdul Sattar's lawyer, Firdous Shamim, plans to present the case to the Calcutta High Court, seeking clarification and justice.
What is the significance of the SLST?
The SLST is crucial for filling more than 35,000 teaching positions in West Bengal, particularly following a major recruitment scandal.
