NIOS Exam Irregularities: Seven Arrested in Assam's Tinsukia, Including School Principal

**Tinsukia, November 7, 2026:** Seven people, including a school principal, have been arrested in Assam's Tinsukia district over alleged irregularities during National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) examinations, police said. According to a Press Trust of India report, candidates appearing for examinations at different centres were allegedly charged between ₹15,000 and ₹25,000 in exchange for assurances of passing. Police arrested the accused in connection with alleged cheating and other unfair practices during the examinations. The case has raised concerns about examination integrity and the protection of students from fraudulent promises. The allegations are under investigation. The accused should be presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. **Source:** Press Trust of India, November 7, 2026, via Careers360.