The Manipur Public Service Commission (MPSC) has postponed two papers of the Manipur Civil Services Combined Competitive (Mains) Examination 2022 after a question paper mix-up at an Imphal examination centre triggered confusion among candidates.

The incident occurred during the morning session when aspirants scheduled to attempt General Studies Paper-III were mistakenly handed the question paper for General Studies Paper-IV. The error was detected shortly after the exam began, compelling the Commission to halt proceedings and assess the situation.

To maintain parity for all candidates across centres in Imphal and Guwahati, MPSC cancelled both GS Paper-III and GS Paper-IV for the day. The mains examination, which commenced on November 7 and was earlier slated to conclude on Sunday, will now extend further.

Officials confirmed that the two postponed papers have been rescheduled for November 22, with fresh logistical arrangements underway. The Commission has assured that revised procedures are being implemented to prevent any recurrence and to ensure a fair and transparent test environment for all candidates.