New Law Enforces Swift Justice for Exam Paper Leak Offenders

In a significant move to combat examination fraud, the President has approved a new bill that establishes fast-track courts for swift trials of exam paper leak offenders. The legislation mandates that investigations be completed within two months and imposes severe penalties, including prison terms of up to ten years and hefty fines. This initiative aims to deter unfair practices in public examinations and ensure justice is served promptly. Discover more about the implications of this new law and its potential impact on the education system.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 1, 2026, 14:54 IST

President Approves New Legislation Against Exam Paper Leaks

New Delhi: The President has approved a significant bill aimed at establishing fast-track courts across all states to expedite trials related to examination paper leaks and to impose stricter penalties on offenders.

In a notification released on Friday, the law ministry confirmed that President Droupadi Murmu has sanctioned the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, following its passage through both Houses of Parliament earlier this week.

Under this new legislation, investigations into paper leak incidents must be concluded within a two-month timeframe.

The law stipulates that those found guilty of involvement in paper leaks or other unfair practices during examinations will face imprisonment ranging from a minimum of five years to a maximum of ten years, along with fines that could reach up to Rs 50 lakh.

For cases classified as organized crime, the revised law mandates a minimum prison sentence of seven years and fines that can go up to Rs 10 crore.