SSC Phase 13 Protest 2025: Exam Won’t Be Cancelled, Retest for Affected Candidates Explained
The SSC Phase 13 Selection Post exam (24 July–1 August 2025) saw widespread technical failures and cancellations, triggering nationwide protests from aspirants and teachers.
⚠️ Issues & Protests Overview
Mid-exam cancellations at some centres; server crashes and biometric failures reported
Exam centre allotment errors—some candidates assigned far-off locations
Large-scale protests in Delhi (Jantar Mantar, CGO Complex) under #SSCMisManagement
📣 SSC Chairman’s Official Statement
Exam will **not be cancelled**
Retest planned for ~2,500 candidates who faced disruptions
Investigation launched; vendor Eduquity may face penalties
Basic AI system will be leveraged to avoid question repetition
✅ Union Minister’s Assurance
Minister Jitendra Singh confirmed that affected aspirants will be allowed to reappear. The ₹100 challenge fee will be **fully refunded** if objections are accepted.
🔍 Official Links & Announcements
Source | Link |
|---|---|
SSC Chairman Clear Statement | |
Retest Assurance by Minister |
❓ FAQs
Will the entire exam be erased?
No. Only affected candidates will get retest options; exam remains valid for majority.
How many students are impacted?
Around 2,500 candidates at a few centres experienced disruptions.
What happens to unused challenge fees?
If your objection is accepted, ₹100 will be fully refunded.
Will the vendor be replaced?
No immediate change; SSC may enforce penalties but will continue with current vendor until December.
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