Nilekani panel explores question vault, last-minute digital delivery to prevent exam leaks

A panel led by Nandan Nilekani is examining measures to prevent examination leaks, including a question vault mechanism and digital delivery of papers at the last moment.

The proposed systems aim to secure question papers from the point of creation until their use in examinations. A centralized vault would store papers securely, while digital delivery mechanisms would distribute them to examination centers only shortly before tests begin.

These reforms are part of broader examination system improvements being considered by the panel. The measures seek to address recurring concerns about paper leaks that have affected the credibility of competitive and academic examinations in India.