Pune, Nov. 14 -- The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Examination Inquiry Commission has extended the deadline for submitting affidavits on alleged irregularities in nine examinations conducted by the commission by a week, from November 16 to November 23.

The extension was granted in view of the Diwali holidays, the commission said. Individuals, candidates and students with information about alleged irregularities in the nine examinations, including question paper leaks and answer key leaks, were invited to submit their statements in the prescribed affidavit format, in either Marathi or English.

Applicants must submit a copy of a valid identity proof along with self-attested copies of relevant supporting documents. They are ...