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IIT Bombay Student Dies by Suicide After Using ChatGPT During Exam

September 19, 2026
oecd:2026-09-19-6893View source ↗

What happened

A 22-year-old IIT Bombay student died by suicide after being caught using ChatGPT to obtain answers during an exam. Although the institute assured him no disciplinary action would be taken, the incident led to his death, highlighting the indirect harm caused by the misuse of AI in academic settings. The event sparked campus protests.

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OECD AI Incidents Monitor
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IIT Bombay Student Dies by Suicide After Using ChatGPT During Exam
2026-09-19