NSUI Files Petition in Delhi High Court Over CBSE's On-Screen Marking Irregularities
CBSE OSM row: NSUI moves Delhi High Court seeking fresh verification, independent probe

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The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) has petitioned the Delhi High Court, alleging significant issues with the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class 12 exams. The petition calls for an independent investigation and a reopening of the verification process for affected students.
- 01The NSUI claims large-scale irregularities in the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system used by CBSE for Class 12 evaluations.
- 02Concerns raised include blurred scans, missing pages, and unexpectedly low marks for students.
- 03The petition requests a fresh verification window and manual rechecking of disputed answer sheets.
- 04The existing grievance mechanism is described as inadequate, leaving students with limited options for addressing their concerns.
- 05The NSUI seeks direct oversight from the Union government and an independent inquiry into the alleged flaws in the OSM system.
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The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) has approached the Delhi High Court with a public interest litigation challenging the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class 12 examinations. The petition, filed by NSUI president Vinod Jhakhar, highlights alleged 'large scale irregularities and deficiencies' in the OSM system, which was intended to digitize the evaluation process. Following the declaration of results, numerous students, parents, and educators reported issues such as blurred scans, missing pages, and low marks, raising concerns about the system's reliability. The NSUI argues that students should not be penalized for faults in the digital evaluation system and is calling for a reopening of the verification portal for a month, alongside manual rechecking of disputed answer sheets. The petition criticizes the current grievance mechanism as inadequate and seeks an independent inquiry into the alleged irregularities, emphasizing the need for better safeguards in future digital evaluation systems.
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The outcome of this petition could significantly affect the evaluation process for thousands of Class 12 students across India.
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