CBSE is reviewing its on-screen marking system for Class XII exams after student complaints about scanned answer sheets. Consultations with students, teachers, and parents will determine its future, potentially including Class X exams. A recent cyberattack on the post-result portal also necessitates infrastructure review.
CBSE processed over 1.6 lakh re-evaluation requests from students for Class 12 exams via its verification portal, addressing concerns over the new On-Screen Marking system, despite facing cyber security threats and heavy traffic.
Delhi High Court seeks response from Centre and CBSE over alleged discrepancies in the On-Screen Marking system used for Class 12 post-result verification, amid student complaints of answer sheet mismatches and marking irregularities.
Class 12 student Sarthak Sidhant has ignited a national debate on India's board exam system with his blog analyzing the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system and tender documents. His findings, based on official records, have led to questions from opposition leaders and calls for government accountability.
IIT Roorkee acknowledged a cloud configuration issue affecting JEE Advanced 2026 infrastructure after a researcher claimed candidate data was exposed. The institute stated data was read-only and no alteration was possible, while initiating corrective actions.
CBSE chairperson Rahul Singh and secretary Himanshu Gupta were removed from their posts amid criticism over the digital evaluation system. A one-member inquiry committee has been formed to investigate the procurement of the on-screen marking system.
Amid controversy over its On-Screen Marking system, the Indian government appointed Lokhande Prashant Sitaram and Varun Bhardwaj as the new CBSE chairperson and secretary, replacing Rahul Singh and Himanshu Gupta. An inquiry commission has been formed to investigate the OSM system's procurement.
CBSE Chairman Rahul Singh and Secretary Himanshu Gupta have been transferred following criticism of the Board's tech-based evaluation system. An inquiry into the procurement of On-Screen Marking services has been launched.
Cybersecurity researchers claim NTA's re-examination portal has vulnerabilities, potentially exposing administrative and user data. The allegations follow scrutiny of CBSE's digital evaluation system.
CBSE has launched an online portal for re-evaluation of answer scripts following recent board exams. The launch coincides with a controversy over on-screen marking (OSM) tender, with allegations of blurred sheets and system vulnerabilities.
A Class XII student, Vedant Shrivastava, alleged that the Physics answer sheet uploaded by CBSE under his roll number is not his own, citing differences in handwriting and answers. This raises concerns about the board's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system and potential evaluation errors.
CBSE has reduced revaluation and answer sheet verification charges to Rs 100, addressing student anxiety over On-Screen Marking (OSM). The board emphasized OSM's benefits and highlighted transparent avenues for result review, including script access and re-evaluation.
Amid student concerns over Class 12 CBSE results, the Ministry of Education defended its digital marking system, stating it's not new and eliminates totaling errors. Around 13,000 sheets with light ink were manually checked. Fees for viewing, validation, and re-checking answer sheets were also announced.
CBSE Class XII results show a 3.19% drop in pass percentage to 85.20%, attributed to On-Screen Marking (OSM) and tougher Physics and Mathematics papers under the National Education Policy framework.
