RPSC Refuses to Disclose Exam Marks Under RTI, Cited Privacy Concern

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has declined to provide detailed exam marks in response to a Right to Information (RTI) request from a candidate who appeared in the RAS 2023 recruitment examination. The refusal has raised concerns about transparency in the recruitment process and prompted an official complaint to higher authorities.

RTI Request Denied Over Privacy Grounds

A retired candidate who qualified the RAS 2023 final result had sought his detailed written exam and interview marks under the Right to Information Act. Despite the result being declared, RPSC officials reportedly refused to share the detailed marksheets, stating that the request involved personal information and citing privacy concerns as the reason for denial. The candidate and his advocates argue that this denial undermines transparency expectations, especially given that public recruitment processes typically allow applicants to see their performance data post result.

Allegations of Transparency Violation and Complaint Filed

Following the refusal, the candidate filed a complaint with the Chief Minister’s Office, questioning RPSC’s stance and suggesting that the commission’s action may go against broader transparency norms upheld by courts in recruitment and examination contexts. The complaint was subsequently forwarded to the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) for further consideration. Critics of the decision argue that exam participants generally expect full visibility into their performance details once results are published, and that withholding marks can erode trust in the recruitment process.

Broader Context of Recruitment Transparency Issues

This development arrives amid heightened scrutiny of recruitment processes in the state, with recent high-profile cases involving alleged irregularities in answer sheet handling and concerns over fairness in exam evaluation. Law enforcement investigations continue into separate recruitment examination controversies, underlining broader expectations for transparency and accountability in public exams.

What Candidates Should Know?

Candidates seeking detailed marks or performance data under RTI may face refusals if authorities cite privacy or other exemptions. In such situations, applicants can pursue further appeals or legal avenues, including applications to Information Commissions or judicial review if they believe transparency norms have been violated.