The State Examination Center (SEC) of Azerbaijan has issued a formal warning to citizens regarding fraudulent activities conducted through fake social media accounts.
Operative Information Center-OMM, citing the SEC, reports that recent monitoring of social media platforms has revealed a concerning trend. Fraudsters are using platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and particularly Telegram to solicit payments in exchange for promises to artificially increase exam scores. These claims are entirely fabricated and represent a clear attempt to deceive the public.
The SEC noted that these malicious actors frequently utilize the center's official logo and name to lend a veneer of legitimacy to their pages. Furthermore, they employ coordinated tactics, such as using secondary fake accounts to post comments claiming to have received successful assistance, thereby manipulating potential victims into believing the service is genuine. The center emphasized that students and parents must remain vigilant and recognize these "tempting" offers as criminal fraud. It is crucial to remember that participating in such schemes creates legal liability for both parties involved.
The State Examination Center regularly submits information regarding these fraudulent pages to the relevant law enforcement agencies for investigation. The SEC reiterated that users should remain alert, avoid falling into the traps set by scammers, and disregard such artificial solicitations. Ultimately, students must rely on their own knowledge, as the examination process is secure and transparent, and no external party can alter official exam results.
The State Examination Center is the primary government body in Azerbaijan responsible for organizing entrance exams for universities and civil service recruitment. Given the high stakes of these examinations for students' future careers, the center maintains strict security protocols to ensure the integrity of the testing process and regularly conducts public awareness campaigns to prevent fraud.
