CBSE Reduces Re-evaluation Fees to Address Student Concerns
CBSE cuts re-evaluation fees amid low-mark concerns over online scoring
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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has lowered the fee for obtaining scanned copies of answer sheets from ₹700 to ₹100 amid concerns over low marks due to the Online Scoring Mechanism (OSM). Students will also receive a refund for the re-evaluation fee if their marks increase.
- 01The fee for scanned copies of answer sheets has been reduced from ₹700 to ₹100.
- 02Students will be refunded the re-evaluation fee if their marks increase.
- 03The changes were announced by Sanjay Kumar, Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy.
- 04The fee reduction aims to address concerns from students and parents regarding unexpectedly low marks.
- 05The adjustments are part of the CBSE's response to feedback following the shift to the Online Scoring Mechanism.
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In response to rising concerns about low marks attributed to the Online Scoring Mechanism (OSM), the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has significantly reduced the fee for obtaining scanned copies of answer sheets from ₹700 to ₹100. This announcement was made by Sanjay Kumar, Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy, during a press conference. Additionally, students whose marks improve after re-evaluation will receive a refund of the re-evaluation fee. This initiative is designed to enhance accessibility for students seeking clarity on their grading, addressing the worries expressed by both students and parents regarding the recent evaluation outcomes.
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The reduction in fees will make it easier for students to access their answer sheets, potentially leading to increased transparency in the evaluation process.
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