That’s exactly what insiders allege happened in Karnataka’s job system. For years, top scorers were silently targeted after exams. Their marks withheld. Their numbers accessed. And then, a call: "Pay up, or stay out." This wasn’t rogue officers. It was allegedly a system; with KPSC chairmen, IAS officers, and even political parties turning a blind eye. Leaked papers? Check. Tampered OMR sheets? Check. Interview panels rigged to reject merit? Also check. One lawyer estimates over ₹100 crore changed hands. Candidates were coached in resorts, mobiles confiscated, answer sheets ‘rewritten’ after exams; all for bribes as high as ₹80 lakh. And here’s the twist: even when officials like Latha Kumari tried to make marks public, they were blocked. Why? Because merit transparency meant fewer victims to exploit. Now, with arrests, suspensions, and a new interim chairman promising reform, the question isn’t just about catching culprits; it’s about how deep this rot goes. Because if top scorers can be held hostage… who’s really qualified anymore? #KarnatakaJobsScam #KPSC #GovtJobs #CorruptionExposed #ExamScam