The Combined Technical Association of Nagaland (CTAN) has called for a re-examination of the Forest Guard written test held on July 12 last year, alleging serious procedural lapses and irregularities in the conduct of the exam.
In a representation submitted to the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests under the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Nagaland, CTAN claimed that the examination failed to follow standard recruitment norms. The association pointed out that OMR sheets were not used and that there was no mention of negative marking in either the official notification or the question paper.
CTAN further alleged that candidates were required to submit their question papers after the examination, which prevented them from cross-checking their responses with the answer key released later. The association also highlighted inconsistencies across examination centres, stating that correction pens were permitted at some centres but disallowed at others. Additionally, candidates were reportedly charged ₹300 each for obtaining Medical Fitness Certificates.
Through its Convenor, Meshenio Kath, and Co-Convenor, Kaqheto Kughutu, CTAN urged the authorities to order a fresh examination in the interest of fairness, transparency, and integrity in the recruitment process.
