To ensure exam integrity, KEA proposes fingerprint authentication, face recognition system for all recruitment exams; govt yet to give its green signal
Aiming to ensure transparency and prevent malpractices in the recruitment process, the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has proposed collecting candidates’ fingerprints, in addition to face recognition, during government recruitment exams. The proposal suggests collecting fingerprints in the Aadhaar format at the exam centre to prevent impersonation. Additionally, fingerprints will be collected again when the final selection list is announced to confirm the identity of the selected candidate. The government has yet to make a decision on this proposal.
Meanwhile, the KEA has submitted a comprehensive proposal to the government to implement webcasting, face recognition, and fingerprint collection for all its exams. The proposal suggests making these measures mandatory for all exams, including recruitment exams and the Common Entrance Test (CET), to ensure that the actual candidate appears for the exam. A senior official said, “The KEA has decided to integrate artificial intelligence-powered CC cameras and webcasting systems into all examinations, including CET and various government recruitment tests, to curb malpractices. This decision was made during the authority’s administrative council meeting on Thursday. The meeting also resolved to employ modern technology for capturing candidates’ fingerprints and facial recognition during exams.”
H Prasanna, Executive Director of KEA, confirmed that the proposal has been submitted and is currently under discussion at the government level. Stating that the webcasting and face recognition system will help identify and prevent impersonation and other fraudulent activities during exams, an official said, “The system was successfully piloted during the recent recruitment exams for the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KKRTC), and Karnataka Urban Water Supply and Drainage Board (KUWSDB) on July 13 and 14. Following the success of the pilot, KEA has proposed to the government to roll out this system for all professional course exams, including engineering, veterinary, and agriculture.”
A meeting led by Higher Education Minister Dr MC Sudhakar discussed the implementation of webcasting and face recognition systems. Impressed by the successful trial run in recent recruitment exams, the minister showed interest in extending these systems to all exams. During the meeting, sources indicated that a clear decision is expected soon.
Additionally, competitive exams with fewer than 20,000 candidates will be conducted using computer-based testing
– Senior official
The minister had personally monitored the trial run at the KEA office, identified loopholes, and took immediate action against the responsible centre heads. This initiative has received widespread praise, and it is anticipated that these systems will be implemented in all exams henceforth. “Additionally, competitive exams with fewer than 20,000 candidates will be conducted using computer-based testing. To facilitate these upgrades, a tender process has been approved with a budget of Rs 20 crore. The AI-powered CC cameras will be used to detect and alert authorities to any malpractices during exams, while the webcasting system will enable real-time monitoring of each exam centre and room from a central office, allowing for immediate intervention if necessary,” the senior official added.
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