Last Updated: May 19, 2026
The Central Board of Secondary Education reintroduced the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class 12 board examinations in the 2026 academic session under its digital evaluation reforms. As per CBSE verification guidelines and Ministry of Education statements released in May 2026, physical answer sheets were scanned into encrypted digital copies and assessed online by trained evaluators.
According to Education Ministry officials quoted in national media reports published in May 2026, the system was introduced to reduce manual totalling errors, improve monitoring standards, and simplify large-scale evaluation management. Officials also clarified that the evaluation process remained fully human-driven and did not involve AI-based grading.
Following the declaration of results, some students and teachers raised concerns regarding evaluation consistency and technical issues linked to the digital marking process. Reports published by The Indian Express, The Times of India, and The Economic Times in May 2026 cited complaints related to blurred scanned pages, login interruptions, and difficulties in assessing lengthy descriptive answers and diagrams.
CBSE Class 12 Result Data
According to CBSE result statistics reported in May 2026, the overall Class 12 pass percentage declined compared to the previous academic session.
|
Academic Year |
Pass Percentage |
Evaluation Method |
|
2025 |
88.39% |
Conventional Evaluation |
|
2026 |
85.20% |
On-Screen Marking (OSM) |
Media reports citing official briefings also stated that more than 68,000 answer sheets reportedly required rescanning because of image-quality concerns. Some answer books were additionally shifted to manual evaluation because of readability issues involving light-coloured ink.
Revised Verification and Re-Evaluation Fees
CBSE revised the Class 12 post-result grievance framework through updated verification guidelines and portal notices issued in May 2026.
|
Service |
Earlier Fee |
Revised Fee |
|
Photocopy of Answer Book |
₹700 |
₹100 |
|
Verification of Marks |
₹500 |
₹100 |
|
Re-Evaluation |
₹100 per question |
₹25 per question |
Under the revised sequence notified by the board, candidates must first obtain scanned copies of answer sheets before applying for verification or re-evaluation. CBSE also introduced a refund provision under which re-evaluation charges may be refunded if marks increase after review.
Confirmed Important Dates
|
Activity |
Status |
Dates |
|
Application for Scanned Copies |
Confirmed |
May 19–22, 2026 |
|
Verification and Re-Evaluation Window |
Confirmed |
May 26–29, 2026 |
Students have been advised to regularly check official CBSE notifications and portal announcements for schedule revisions or procedural updates.
Official Support Services
CBSE activated dedicated support channels for result-related assistance in May 2026.
|
Service |
Official Details |
|
Tele-Counselling Helpline |
1800-11-8004 |
|
Email Support |
resultcbse2026@cbseshiksha.in |
Other Education Policy Developments
CBSE has also implemented a two-exam system for Class 10 students in the 2026 session. Under the “Best-of-Two” framework, candidates may reappear in selected subjects during the second examination phase scheduled between May 15 and June 1, 2026.
Separately, the board revised examination fees for the 2026 cycle and announced implementation of a three-language policy for Class 9 students from July 2026. These developments align with broader reforms linked to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and updated University Grants Commission guidelines on flexible higher education pathways.
In a related legal development, the Delhi High Court in 2025 directed authorities to ensure that candidates were not excluded from counselling processes because of delays in Class 12 result declarations by NIOS.
Important Safety Advisory
Students and parents should use only official CBSE portals and verified government communication channels for verification and re-evaluation services.
Applicants are advised to:
- Avoid unofficial payment links and fake websites
- Never share OTPs, passwords, or personal credentials
- Verify helpline numbers and emails before responding
- Avoid agents claiming guaranteed mark increases or approvals
CBSE and government authorities do not request confidential banking information for approval of verification or re-evaluation requests.
Official Sources
- CBSE verification and re-evaluation guidelines issued in May 2026
- Ministry of Education statements on OSM evaluation reported in May 2026
- Delhi High Court proceedings related to counselling delays (2025)
- National media reports published in May 2026 by The Indian Express, The Times of India, and The Economic Times
Editorial Disclaimer
This article is based on CBSE notifications, Ministry of Education statements, court records, and publicly reported information available as of May 19, 2026. Rules, timelines, and fee structures may change through subsequent notifications. Readers should verify all updates through official CBSE circulars and portal announcements before taking action.