The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has addressed growing student concerns regarding the new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for the Class 12 board exams. This response follows reports of lower-than-expected scores, prompting the board to assure students of a fair evaluation process and provide options for re-evaluation.

• 01CBSE's statement comes in response to reports and social media discussions about the OSM system's effectiveness.
• 02Students expressed worries about their scores impacting eligibility for IIT admissions, particularly after performing well in competitive exams like JEE Main.
• 03Teachers noted issues with the clarity of scanned answer sheets affecting the evaluation process.
• 04CBSE emphasized that the marking scheme includes alternative methods for assessing student responses to ensure fairness.
• 05Students can apply for marks verification, photocopy of answer sheets, and re-evaluation through specified channels.

The concerns raised by students regarding the OSM system could affect their eligibility for higher education, particularly for competitive exams.