After the University Grants Commission (UGC) derecognised all open and distance learning courses offered by the Karnataka State Open University (KSOU), the Karnataka State Public Service Commission (KPSC) has rejected the candidature of KSOU graduates.

The KPSC issued letters to the individuals who have moved on from the KSOU since 2013, expressing that their capability can't be considered as the courses have been derecognised by the UGC. Degrees got from the KSOU before 2013, notwithstanding, are substantial.

The KPSC had welcomed applications for the posts of instructors and superintendents a year ago. KSOU graduates cleared the composed exam and showed up for meet on July 31. While authorities at the KPSC were checking their records, preceding the meeting, they called attention to that KSOU endorsements can't be respected and instantly given over letters to this impact.

The derecognition of KSOU courses by the UGC — according to its June 16 arrange — has ruined the competitors' odds of landing positions. Deccan Herald addressed many influenced applicants.

KSOU Vice-Chancellor, M G Krishnan, is said to have advised the contender to move the High Court looking for acknowledgment for the courses. He likewise supposedly said that the issue would be settled in a fortnight.