31-07-2025
Why is #SSCMisManagement trending on social media? Why are SSC students and teachers like Neetu mam protesting?
Thousands of SSC aspirants and popular teachers across India are protesting against the alleged mismanagement in the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) examination process. The students along with some popular teachers today organised a protest in Delhi after calling out a 'Delhi Chalo' protest. The unrest is linked to last-minute exam cancellations, poor management at centres, and allegations of abuse during the SSC Selection Post Phase 13 exam being held from July 24 to August 1, 2025. Students and teachers alleged that the police conducted a lathi charge while they were protesting at Jantar Mantar and the CGO Complex. Several videos have gone viral on social media in the last few hours.
Why SSC students and teachers are protesting?
A major reason behind the protest is the sudden cancellation of exams, including SSC Selection Post Phase 13, across various centres. Many candidates travelled long distances and spent money on travel and accommodation, only to find that their exams had been cancelled without notice.
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Candidates have also reported several technical problems. These include system crashes, malfunctioning equipment, and wrongly allotted centres. The Commission's move to change the exam vendor is being linked to these disruptions. Students have claimed that the new vendor failed to deliver a fair and smooth examination experience.
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A growing number of SSC aspirants are urging the Commission to revoke its contract with the exam conducting agency, pointing to past failures in various exams, including UPSC. With nearly 30 lakh candidates expected to appear in upcoming SSC exams such as those for Income Tax posts, students are raising serious concerns about the agency's ability to manage large-scale recruitment drives, especially when it has struggled with smaller exams. Many are demanding accountability and immediate action from authorities, warning that further delays could worsen the situation. 'Only a student knows how much even ten minutes matter in an exam,' said one candidate, while another added, 'Losing even a minute can make a big difference in a competitive test.'
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Claims of mistreatment at exam centres
Multiple videos and social media posts have went viral in the last few days with candidates alleging mistreatement at exam centres. Students have said they were manhandled by staff or security when they raised concerns about the exam conditions. These reports have added to public anger.
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Students demand reforms and accountability
Students and educators have called for an investigation into the SSC's handling of the exams. They are urging the government to step in, ensure fair processes, and rebuild trust in the recruitment system.
Social media has become the main platform for aspirants to share their stories and organise protests. Hashtags like #SSC System Sudharo #SSCVendorFailure, #SSCMisManagement, and #JusticeForAspirants are trending across platforms. Many users are highlighting their financial loss, stress, and missed opportunities due to what they believe is SSC's continued mismanagement.
