CBSE Faces Backlash Over On-Screen Marking System Amid Student Complaints
CBSE Physics answer sheet mismatch: Why the board is facing heat for its on-screen marking system

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has faced criticism for its new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system after students reported issues such as mismatched answer sheets and technical glitches. A student, Vedant Shrivastava, claimed his Physics answer sheet was swapped, prompting calls for transparency and accountability.
- 01The CBSE's OSM system evaluated over 98 lakh answer sheets from more than 18 lakh students digitally for the first time.
- 02Vedant Shrivastava alleged that his Physics answer sheet was not his, raising concerns about the integrity of the OSM system.
- 03Around 13,000 answer scripts were unreadable and required manual evaluation to prevent errors.
- 04Other students reported similar issues, including discrepancies in their Chemistry answer sheets.
- 05Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has directed teams from IIT-Madras and IIT-Kanpur to assist in resolving technical problems.
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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has implemented an On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class 12 board exams, transitioning to a fully digital evaluation process. However, this shift has sparked controversy due to technical issues, including blurred scans and missing pages. A significant complaint arose from Vedant Shrivastava, who alleged that his Physics answer sheet was incorrectly uploaded by the board, claiming it did not match his handwriting or answers. This incident has raised questions about the reliability of the OSM system, with Vedant expressing concerns that the mismatch could affect his overall scores and eligibility. Other students have reported similar discrepancies, prompting the CBSE to prioritize addressing these grievances. In response, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has instructed technical teams from IIT-Madras and IIT-Kanpur to review the situation and assist the CBSE in ensuring a smooth evaluation process. The board has stated that all complaints are being taken seriously and that no case is being overlooked.
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The issues with the OSM system could affect students' academic performance and eligibility for future studies.
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