The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a significant change in the post-result process for Class X and XII students, effective from the 2025 examination cycle. As per the official circular dated May 2, 2025, the sequence of activities following the board exam results has been revised to enhance transparency and provide students with greater clarity regarding their evaluated answer scripts.
The Previous System
Under the earlier system, the post-result process for grievance redressal followed a three-step approach:
- Verification of Marks: Students could request a recheck of their marks to ensure there were no calculation errors.
- Obtaining Photocopy of Evaluated Answer Book: After verification, students could request a photocopy of their answer scripts.
- Re-evaluation: Finally, students could apply for a re-evaluation of specific questions if they believed the marking was incorrect.
This sequential process often delayed resolution and limited students' ability to fully understand the evaluation process until the later stages.
The New System (From 2025 Onwards)
Starting with the 2025 examination cycle, CBSE has streamlined the process by reversing the initial steps. The revised sequence is as follows:
- Obtaining Photocopy of Evaluated Answer Book: Students can now first access a photocopy of their evaluated answer scripts.
- Verification of Marks or Re-evaluation (or Both): After reviewing their answer books, students can decide whether to opt for verification of marks, re-evaluation of specific questions, or both.
This change aims to empower students by allowing them to review their answer scripts upfront. According to the CBSE circular, this will enable candidates to "see their evaluated answer books before rechecking and give them clarity on the marks awarded, specific comments, and any errors." Students can then make an informed decision about whether to proceed with verification or re-evaluation.
Why This Change?
With this new system:
- Students can first see their evaluated answer books.
- It allows them to clearly understand:
- The marks awarded
- Comments by the examiner
- Any possible errors or omissions
- After reviewing the photocopy, students can make an informed decision on whether to:
- Apply for verification of marks
- Request re-evaluation of specific answers
- Or opt for both, depending on what they find
What Can Students Do After Getting the Photocopy?
- Verification of Marks: To check for errors in totaling or unchecked answers.
- Re-evaluation: To request a fresh evaluation of specific questions if you believe there’s a discrepancy.
You can apply for either verification, re-evaluation, or both, but only after obtaining the answer book photocopy.
What Students Should Know
- The detailed application process for obtaining photocopies and requesting verification/re-evaluation will be released after the Class X and XII results are declared.
- This change aims to reduce unnecessary re-evaluation requests by giving students clarity upfront.
Read the official CBSE Circular below:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main change CBSE has introduced in the post-result process for 2025?
CBSE has changed the sequence of post-result activities. Now, students can first obtain a photocopy of their evaluated answer book before deciding to apply for verification of marks, re-evaluation of questions, or both.
When will this new process take effect?
This change will apply to the Class X and XII board examinations of 2025 (2024-25 session), starting after the results are declared.
Will students still be able to apply for verification of marks or re-evaluation?
Yes, students can still opt for verification of marks, re-evaluation, or both, but only after obtaining and reviewing the photocopy of their answer book.
Does this change apply to both Class X and Class XII students?
Yes, the revised process applies to both Class X and Class XII students appearing for the 2025 board exams.
This is a student-friendly move by CBSE that emphasizes clarity, fairness, and transparency. Students will now have the chance to view their performance before taking any further action, which can prevent unnecessary re-evaluation requests and help correct genuine errors more effectively.