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Delhi HC refuses PIL by Congress to direct reopening of CBSE class 12 re-evaluation portal

The Delhi High Court has declined to order the reopening of the CBSE portal for re-evaluation of class 12 answer sheets. The court stated that reopening the portal would delay the entire result declaration process. Individual students can approach the court if aggrieved. The Solicitor General informed the court that…

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OSM portal was not 'thoroughly' tested for functionality and security threats before deployment: IIT panel member

The IIT panel, constituted following the controversy surrounding the OSM portal, is expected to submit its report to the Education Ministry on its findings and recommendations in the coming days.

The Economic Times

Why Rahul Gandhi Called This Teen a Hero of India's Youth

Most people assume that large examination systems are too powerful to question. After all, millions of students depend on them every year. But what happens when a teenager notices something that doesn't seem right? That question led 18-year-old Sarthak Sidhant on a journey that would spark national debate, trigger parliamentary…

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Over 1.6 lakh candidates applied for post-result services: CBSE

The Central Board of Secondary Education has confirmed its post-result services portal operated smoothly. Over 1.6 lakh students submitted requests for more than 3.8 lakh answer books. The board addressed concerns about a 'Roll Number Not Found' message, explaining it appeared for candidates who did not apply for photocopies first.…

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CBSE retains COEMPT for answer-sheet scanning, shifts data to its own servers

When asked about whether COEMPT will be able to scan answer sheets despite its track record, the official said, "They scanned 40 crore pages, of which about 30,000 odd have problems. That means about 1 in 10,000 pages were problematic. Now they only need to scan problematic pages. So they…

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CBSE detects 3.8 mln malicious packets targeting revaluation portal, attack thwarted

The CBSE re-evaluation portal experienced a major cyberattack with millions of malicious packets. Security systems successfully blocked numerous unauthorized access attempts and mitigated traffic surges. Despite these challenges, the portal remained stable, supporting thousands of users. No student data compromise has been confirmed. Investigations into the OSM system are ongoing.

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Sarthak, who uncovered CBSE-OSM irregularities, shares a message for CJP and Abhijeet Dipke ahead of June 6 protest

CBSE-OSM whistleblower Sarthak Sidhant urges student movements to focus on genuine causes over online attention, emphasizing the need for meaningful action beyond social media. He, along with Nisarga Adhikary and Vedant Shrivastava, exposed discrepancies in the CBSE's evaluation system, highlighting the importance of research-backed activism.

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'Political hack with zero integrity: Congress pushes for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Congress party has accused the Modi government of pushing a political agenda with the CBSE's three-language formula. They claim the move disrupts academic calendars and student futures. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is called a "political hack" who must resign. This follows recent controversies surrounding the CBSE's on-screen marking system…

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CBSE says 40,000 students complete re-evaluation process without issues, portal open from June 2 to 6

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched a portal for Class 12 students to verify scanned answer books and request re-evaluation. Nearly 40,000 students have already applied successfully. The portal is open from June 2 to June 6. Students can report issues like missing pages or incorrect evaluation.…

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CBSE Chairman, Secretary transferred as Centre cracks down after OSM controversy

In a bold move, the Centre has relocated CBSE Chairman Rahul Singh and Secretary Himanshu Gupta, responding to growing concerns over the Board's tech-based evaluation system. An inquiry into the procurement process for On-Screen Marking services has been launched, aiming to tackle the criticisms head-on.

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NSUI moves Delhi HC seeking enquiry into CBSE's on-screen marking for class 12

The National Students' Union of India has filed a Public Interest Litigation in the Delhi High Court. It seeks an independent inquiry into alleged irregularities in the CBSE's on-screen marking system for Class 12 exams. The petition also demands manual rechecking and physical verification of answer sheets.

The Economic Times

CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation portal opens amid OSM controversy: Check direct link, how students can apply and what they need to know

CBSE has launched its Class 12 re-evaluation and marks verification portal after delays and controversy surrounding its new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. Students can now apply online for verification, answer book copies, and re-evaluation, amidst scrutiny from parents, opposition, and the Ministry of Education over alleged system glitches and transparency…

The Economic Times

We Were Called Terrorists': Inside The CBSE Row Making National Headlines

Every year, millions of students place their future in the hands of board examinations. They trust that every answer they write will be evaluated fairly and accurately. But what happens when that trust is suddenly shaken? That is exactly what happened when Class 12 student Vedant Shrivastava claimed that the…

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Behind CBSE’s Class 12 evaluation contract, a trail of unanswered questions

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is under scrutiny over the processes it followed while awarding the tender for Class 12 answer sheet scanning and e-evaluation through its on-screen marking (OSM) platform. The selection process for finalising the service provider and the security of the platform are being questioned…

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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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‘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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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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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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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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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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CBSE reduces re-evaluation fees amid on-screen concerns; what are the new charges and when can students apply?

CBSE Re-Evaluation 2026 Fees and Dates announced: After concerns from students over CBSE’s new on-screen evaluation system for Class 12 board exams, the board has sharply reduced fees for answer sheet copies, verification, and re-evaluation. While officials denied any link between digital marking and this year’s dip in pass percentage,…

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