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CBSE detected around 20 answer-sheet mix-up cases on OSM portal: Sources

Central Board of Secondary Education's new digital answer sheet evaluation process encountered challenges. Around 20 answer sheets were mixed up, and nearly 13,000 required manual review due to scanning quality. Experts are now working to improve the system.

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CBSE says verification, re-evaluation portal to open from June 1

In a statement on X, the board said the decision was taken to ensure a "transparent and glitch-free process" for students applying for verification and re-evaluation of answer books.

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‘Easy to tamper with marks’: How a teen researcher exposed CBSE’s security gaps

The year continues to be turbulent for Indian students. First came the NEET paper leak affecting 23 lakh aspiring doctors. Now, CBSE’s Class 12 board examinations are under scrutiny after the overall pass percentage dropped to 85.2 percent – the lowest since 2019.

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Wrong sheets, missing pages, no response: The cost of CBSE’s rushed marking overhaul

Jalaj boarded a train from Vidisha at 1 pm on May 26 with his friend and his father. They were travelling 60 kilometres to the CBSE Regional Office in Bhopal. He had no other choice.

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CBSE revaluation 2026 begins: Check when will results be out, process and important guidelines

CBSE has initiated the Class 12 re-evaluation process for 2026. This follows widespread student concerns regarding the recent evaluation and answer-sheet review system. Over four lakh students have applied for their evaluated answer books. The board has revised its fee structure after receiving objections. Re-evaluation results are anticipated in June…

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Why Modi May Soon Remove These Deadwood Ministers

For years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi built an image of speed, discipline, and decisive governance. From infrastructure to global diplomacy, the Modi government projected confidence and control. But now, after more than a decade in power, a different conversation is slowly growing louder inside political circles has the government started…

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Propaganda, misinformation: BJP's response to Rahul Gandhi's CBSE OSM allegations

The BJP has accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading false information about a CBSE contract. Gandhi questioned the awarding of the contract to COEMPT, formerly Globarena, alleging it was a tainted company. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia stated that Gandhi is prioritizing political propaganda over facts. He highlighted that universities in Congress-ruled…

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Dharmendra Pradhan chairs review meeting on CBSE Class 12 evaluation, post-result process

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met with CBSE officials to review Class 12 evaluation and post-result processes. The meeting addressed concerns regarding the On Screen Marking System. Discussions focused on improving the re-evaluation portal and digital platforms. Plans were outlined for enhanced student support and transparent service delivery. Measures for…

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CBSE OSM glitch: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accepts responsibility, says corrective measure are being taken

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has taken responsibility for issues with the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. He assured strict action against anyone found deliberately causing irregularities that affected students. The minister chaired a meeting to address technical and payment concerns. Experts from IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras are assisting the…

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OSM system backed by secure, robust IT platform, says CBSE

The CBSE has defended its On-Screen Marking System, calling it secure and robust. This comes amid controversy over a contract awarded to a firm and claims of system compromise. Students have reported scoring discrepancies. The Board stated answer books are safe and processed with quality checks. Allegations regarding the contract…

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Inside CBSE’s digital evaluation fiasco

When Vedant spoke about it online, several right-wing handles abused him and called him a Pakistani. Then another student discovered the answer sheet in his name was not in his handwriting.

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Dharmendra Pradhan’s guide to surviving India’s exam crisis

This May, CBSE’s Class 12 board results arrived like a bad smell in an already scorching summer – hard to ignore, unwelcome, and somehow spreading everywhere.

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Who Approved This? Rahul Gandhi Questions CBSE Deal

What happens when thousands of students begin questioning the very system meant to judge their future? The latest CBSE controversy has now exploded into a national political storm after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the government of avoiding accountability over alleged irregularities in board evaluation results. From missing answer sheet…

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Company behind CBSE evaluation platform says complaints limited to ‘one or two cases’

This copy has been updated to reflect the Coempt CEO’s responses to charges of hacking, multiple complaints and scanning quality

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Misleading, erroneous: CBSE response to Rahul Gandhi's allegation OSM contract given to scam-infested firm

The Central Board of Secondary Education has denied claims of irregularities in awarding a contract to Coempt Edutech. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged a scam in the On-Screen Marking system and demanded a judicial probe. CBSE stated the contract was awarded following all financial rules. The board dismissed the allegations…

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‘Exams khatam, tension nahi’: How CBSE reevaluation, blurred sheets and tech glitches created endless trouble for students this year

Students and parents are experiencing fresh anxiety after board exam results. The CBSE answer sheet access and re-evaluation process is marred by technical glitches. Students report payment failures, blurred answer sheets, and portal crashes. Fake notices also added to the confusion. CBSE acknowledges the issues and promises review and improvements.

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Rahul Gandhi alleges ‘calculated conspiracy’ in CBSE OSM row, seeks probe

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has demanded a judicial probe and a Special Investigation Team into the CBSE On-Screen Marking system. He questioned why a company with a history of errors in Telangana was awarded the contract. Gandhi stated that students and parents are distressed. He urged the government to answer…

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SC seeks Centre, NCERT's response on plea against CBSE's 3-language rule for Class 9 students

The Supreme Court will review a plea challenging the CBSE's new policy for Class 9 students. This policy mandates studying three languages, with at least two being Indian languages. The court has issued notices to the Centre, CBSE, and NCERT. This change aligns with the National Education Policy 2020 and…

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CBSE OSM row: Congress says ' Mantri Pradhan' s insistence' on holding on to his office shameful

The Congress party has strongly criticized the government regarding the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. They allege that the Education Minister ignored advice, leading to student distress. The party is demanding the immediate resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. This controversy highlights concerns about the implementation of the new marking system…

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'No security breaches:' CBSE rejects claims of OSM system compromise, says viral ‘hacked’ portal was only a test platform

Central Board of Secondary Education has denied reports of a security breach in its On Screen Marking system. The board stated that a social media claim about a compromised portal was based on a testing platform. This platform contained only sample data and was not linked to the live evaluation…

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Par panel summons Education Ministry officials, CBSE chief on Jun 2 to review NEET, OSM

A parliamentary panel will meet Union Education Ministry and CBSE officials on June 2. They will review the On-Screen Marking system for Class 12 exams. Issues faced by students after results will also be discussed. The implementation of the three-language formula in Classes 9 and 10 is on the agenda.

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CBSE OSM controversy: After Vedant’s viral complaint, board acknowledges answer sheet error

A Delhi student's claim of receiving the wrong Physics answer sheet after CBSE's Class XII results proved true, with the board acknowledging a technical glitch and sending the correct script. This incident highlights concerns surrounding CBSE's new On-Screen Marking system, which has faced other complaints this year.

The Economic Times

Student's brother credits 'online' support for CBSE's intervention in answer sheet swap row

A CBSE student's physics answer sheet mix-up gained traction online. The board has now contacted the family and provided the correct answer sheet. The student's marks have increased, but a re-evaluation is planned due to perceived irregularities. This incident highlights the need for a formal system to address student grievances…

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'Gen Z will shatter PM's arrogance': Rahul Gandhi slams govt over CBSE OSM row

Rahul Gandhi alleges malpractice in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. He claims the Modi government fears questioning youth. The Education Ministry is engaging IIT experts to address technical issues in the re-evaluation portal. This move follows complaints from students and parents. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasizes student interests and…

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DD News anchor’s latest gem: Turning a CBSE student’s grievance into Pak conspiracy

When Vedant Srivastava, a student, received his CBSE physics answer sheets through the re-evaluation process, he found the sheets uploaded by the board were not his.

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