The Ministry of Interior has filed a complaint regarding fraud in the local government examinations, setting a 7-day deadline for results. Minister Assisit confirmed that the exam results will not be wholly canceled indiscriminately but will distinguish between those at fault and those who are not.
At 11:15 a.m. on 24 June 2026, Mr. Assisit gave an interview following discussions, stating that this issue affects public confidence. The Prime Minister convened a meeting with all related agencies and ordered decisive action to identify the wrongdoers. The Ministry of Interior today (24 June) will file a formal complaint based on evidence to the police for investigation to determine who was involved; anyone found involved will face prosecution. Additionally, a fact-finding committee will be established, led by Mr. Santithorn Yimlamai, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior for Community Development and Local Administration Promotion. The investigation must be completed within 7 days to provide the Prime Minister with the needed information. If irregularities are found, complaints will be filed against all implicated officials with the police. Once the facts are verified, the examination committee will be informed to take appropriate action. If the origin of the process is flawed, all related matters must be invalidated.
No blanket cancellation of exam results
When asked how exam results would be canceled if procedures were improper, Mr. Assisit said it depends on which parts are affected, as there are many positions involved. If the entire process is compromised, factual reports will be sent to the exam oversight committee indicating errors that must be corrected. If wrongdoing is confirmed, cancellation will certainly occur. The Prime Minister emphasized that everything must be clear. Those who conducted the exam fairly should be reviewed, as over 300,000 candidates participated. It must be determined who passed legitimately and who was involved in altering questions and answers. When asked to confirm if only those guilty would have their results canceled, and those innocent would not, Mr. Assisit affirmed this. When asked whether this is not a wholesale cancellation, he nodded and said, "Correct. What is right is right; what is wrong remains wrong." Regarding those who participated properly but are affected and seek administrative court action, he said a committee will review and advise the exam committee on how to proceed. He urged patience and assured that the best outcome will be sought. Asked if the investigation would extend to past local government exams, he said that will be considered if relevant but the current focus is on the present. Concerning an audio clip involving a former deputy minister, Mr. Assisit said all must be investigated, though details are not yet sufficient. The Prime Minister has demanded clarity and decisive action.
Calling universities organizing exams to explain
When asked about urgent transfers within the Ministry of Interior, Mr. Assisit said that in Wichian Buri District, Phetchabun Province, disciplinary action has been initiated against a director named in the news. If reports reach the provincial office, those involved will be suspended. Asked if many Ministry of Interior officials are implicated, he said current facts do not allow a full answer, as the Department of Local Administration hired universities to conduct the exams. Therefore, all facts must be examined to identify those involved as quickly as possible. The universities responsible for organizing the exams will be summoned, and all related materials will be seized. Asked if the universities are accountable, Mr. Assisit replied, "They organized the exams and submitted the scores." When asked if penalties would be light if offenders confessed, he said wrongdoing is wrongdoing. Asked if the 7-day investigation will be reported to the Prime Minister, he confirmed yes. At the end of the interview, Mr. Assisit concluded with the phrase: "Seven dangerous days."