Why Did the Calcutta HC Order WBSSC to Publish OMR Sheets?
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Synopsis
In a significant ruling, the Calcutta High Court has ordered the WBSSC to publish OMR sheets for teacher recruitment exams by December 10. This decision follows the annulment of thousands of school jobs, emphasizing transparency in the recruitment process. Stay updated on the latest developments in West Bengal's education sector.
Key Takeaways
- The Calcutta High Court has ordered WBSSC to publish OMR sheets by December 10.
- Written exams for teacher recruitment were conducted in September.
- Approximately 26,000 school jobs were canceled by the Supreme Court.
- Justice Amrita Sinha is overseeing this case.
- The recruitment process must conclude by December 31.
Kolkata, Nov 27 (NationPress) The Calcutta High Court has instructed the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) to make available the optical mark recognition (OMR) sheets for all candidates who took part in the recruitment exams for secondary and higher secondary teachers in state-operated schools across West Bengal by December 10.
The written tests for the recruitment of teachers were held in September this year, with results recently announced for both the secondary and higher secondary levels.
The single-judge bench of the Calcutta High Court mandated WBSSC to release the OMR sheets for all candidates separately for both written exams and to upload them on the official WBSSC website.
This directive was given by Justice Amrita Sinha following a petition presented at her Bench challenging the outcomes of the written examination for higher secondary teacher recruitment.
Previously, on November 19, Justice Sinha's bench ordered WBSSC to identify candidates with irregularities who qualified for interviews in the recruitment of higher secondary teachers in state-run schools and to publish their names.
This recruitment process was initiated after the Supreme Court annulled approximately 26,000 school positions, encompassing both teaching and non-teaching roles.
On April 3 this year, the Supreme Court upheld an earlier decision by a Division Bench of the Calcutta High Court that nullified the entire WBSSC panel from 2016.
The Apex Court also supported the Calcutta High Court's view that the entire panel needed to be revoked as neither the State Education Department nor the commission provided two separate lists to distinguish between the 'untainted' and 'tainted' candidates, despite repeated requests.
The Apex Court mandated that the entire recruitment process be concluded by December 31 this year.
While the Supreme Court prohibited 'tainted' teachers from taking part in the fresh recruitment, it did allow 'untainted' teachers to engage.
Point of View
The ruling by the Calcutta High Court marks a crucial step towards ensuring accountability in the recruitment process for educators in West Bengal. It underscores the need for transparency and fairness, especially in light of the previous cancellation of thousands of school jobs. As we follow this story, it's vital to keep the focus on the candidates’ rights and the integrity of the educational system.
NationPress
28/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline for the WBSSC to publish OMR sheets?
The West Bengal School Service Commission must publish the OMR sheets by December 10.
Why were the previous school jobs canceled?
The Supreme Court canceled approximately 26,000 school jobs due to irregularities in the recruitment process.
Who issued the directive to publish OMR sheets?
The directive was issued by Justice Amrita Sinha of the Calcutta High Court.
What was the Supreme Court's involvement in the recruitment process?
The Supreme Court upheld the cancellation of the WBSSC panel from 2016 and mandated that the recruitment process be completed by December 31.
Are 'tainted' teachers allowed to participate in the fresh recruitment?
No, 'tainted' teachers are barred from participating in the fresh recruitment process.
