Protests Erupt Over Alleged Technical Failures in Bombay High Court Clerk Typing Test

Aspirants for the Bombay High Court clerk recruitment typing test launched a protest in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar on Sunday, August 16, 2026, alleging severe technical failures during the online examination. Candidates reported that computers failed to function, citing faulty keyboards and mice, yellowed screens, and sudden logouts within ten minutes of starting the test. Abhijeet Dipke, founder and convenor of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), joined the demonstration and demanded that the authorities conduct a fresh examination. Dipke claimed that many candidates were declared failed due to these system errors and criticized the government for inadequate infrastructure. Approximately 2,900 candidates appeared for the test in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, part of a larger pool of 13,000 eligible candidates across Maharashtra competing for 1,300 posts. The Bombay High Court registrar stated that while the examination was generally conducted smoothly, a few technical issues were reported at certain centers, including Aurangabad and Kalyan. The registrar added that these issues are being examined and candidates will be informed of the further course of action. Conversely, Sanjay Wankhede, Director of Sornet ITE Genus Private Limited, defended the facilities at his center, stating that the keyboards were brand new and that any printing issues were minor. While center-left and center-right framing both focused on the technical failures and Dipke's criticism, a center outlet briefly mentioned demands for action regarding an alleged paper leak.