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CBSE re-evaluation chaos leaves students racing against foreign admission deadlines

Delays in CBSE's re-evaluation and verification process are causing significant uncertainty for students aiming for foreign university admissions and prestigious Indian engineering institutes like IITs and NITs. Students report discrepancies in Class 12 scores due to technical issues with the On-Screen Marking system, impacting their admission and scholarship deadlines.

The Economic Times · Jun 6

CBSE class 12 revaluation 2026 deadline changed after technical glitches: Check new date and other details

CBSE has extended the deadline for Class 12 answer sheet verification and re-evaluation to June 7 midnight due to technical issues and a surge in applications. This extension aims to ensure transparency and accuracy in the digital evaluation process, with revised marks being final. Results are expected by July.

The Economic Times · Jun 6

IIT Admission CBSE Marks Relaxation: JEE Admission Board announces big update on one-time relief

IIT Roorkee Director Kamal Kishore Pant has clarified that there will be no one-time relaxation in Class 12 marks for JEE Advanced 2026 aspirants. The Joint Admission Board stated that uniform criteria apply to candidates from 36 educational boards. While students can participate in JoSAA counselling, final admission depends on…

The Economic Times · Jun 6

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CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam Result 2026: Expected date, how to check and key details

CBSE Class 10 students await their second board exam results, anticipated in June 2026. This year marks the introduction of a new system offering two exam opportunities. Students can now improve scores or clear subjects. Lakhs of students participated in this second exam cycle. Results will be available online and…

The Economic Times · Jun 5

CJP June 6 Protest: What’s the agenda, where and when it will be held? All you need to know

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke is traveling to India to protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over alleged examination irregularities. Dipke plans a peaceful demonstration after seeking official permission, emphasizing constitutional and democratic methods.

The Economic Times · Jun 5

YouTube live: Godi media vs online teachers

CBSE's new digital marking system is broken and students are paying the price.

Newslaundry · Jun 5

CBSE files police complaint over cyber attacks on post-result portal

The Central Board of Secondary Education has filed a formal complaint with Delhi Police regarding coordinated cyber attacks on its post-result services portal. These attacks targeted the portal used by students for answer script verification and re-evaluation. The board assures that all attacks were successfully mitigated and no data breach…

The Economic Times · Jun 5

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CBSE detects 3.8 mln malicious packets targeting revaluation portal, attack thwarted

The CBSE re-evaluation portal experienced a major cyberattack with millions of malicious packets. Security systems successfully blocked numerous unauthorized access attempts and mitigated traffic surges. Despite these challenges, the portal remained stable, supporting thousands of users. No student data compromise has been confirmed. Investigations into the OSM system are ongoing.

The Economic Times · Jun 5

Sarthak, who uncovered CBSE-OSM irregularities, shares a message for CJP and Abhijeet Dipke ahead of June 6 protest

CBSE-OSM whistleblower Sarthak Sidhant urges student movements to focus on genuine causes over online attention, emphasizing the need for meaningful action beyond social media. He, along with Nisarga Adhikary and Vedant Shrivastava, exposed discrepancies in the CBSE's evaluation system, highlighting the importance of research-backed activism.

The Economic Times · Jun 5

Kuku FM readies public market debut; SoftBank books Lenskart gains

Kuku FM's parent has taken the first step towards a stock market listing. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

The Economic Times · Jun 4

CBSE clarifies re-evaluation payments, says portal withstands cyberattack attempt

CBSE has clarified its online portal for Class XII answer sheet verification and re-evaluation. Students can use various payment methods like UPI, net banking, credit, and debit cards. This comes after confusion arose regarding specific bank account requirements. The portal successfully handled a cyberattack attempt. Many applications for verification and…

The Economic Times · Jun 4

'Political hack with zero integrity: Congress pushes for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Congress party has accused the Modi government of pushing a political agenda with the CBSE's three-language formula. They claim the move disrupts academic calendars and student futures. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is called a "political hack" who must resign. This follows recent controversies surrounding the CBSE's on-screen marking system…

The Economic Times · Jun 4

A third language can’t fix schools that can’t deliver the first

Last month, the CBSE issued a circular mandating that Class 9 students study three languages from July 1 – at least two of them Indian, with English demoted to a “foreign language”

Newslaundry · Jun 3

BJP-RSS eyeing 'jal, jangal, zameen' of tribals, says LoP Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP and RSS of holding an anti-Adivasi mindset. He stated they aim to take away tribal rights to water, forests, and land. Gandhi made these remarks after attending an event organized by the Adivasi Congress. He emphasized the Congress party's commitment to protecting…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

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The Economic Times · Jun 3

After CBSE and NTA row, JEE Advanced 2026 data exposure claim by a Dubai-based researcher sparks security debate, institute responds

JEE Advanced 2026: A cybersecurity researcher flagged a publicly accessible cloud storage linked to JEE Advanced 2026 results, potentially exposing candidate names, dates of birth, and mobile numbers. IIT Roorkee acknowledged the configuration issue, assuring data was read-only and is now being secured. This incident adds to recent concerns surrounding…

Newslaundry · Jun 3

‘Getting panic attacks’: College deadlines loom with students trapped in CBSE chaos

Saransh, 19, from Meerut, had been studying twelve to thirteen hours a day since mid-April, surviving on sleepless nights and BITSAT mock tests, chasing a seat at BITS Pilani. He needed 75 percent in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) but fell short by a few marks. When his answer sheets…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

'Mantri Pradhan' 'shamelessly digging' his heels in office; whose patronage has ensured his survival: Congress

Congress criticizes Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan regarding the CBSE OSM system controversy. The party alleges incompetence and corruption within the ministry. They highlight student concerns and media reports about system flaws. Congress questions Prime Minister Narendra Modi's continued support for the minister. Two top CBSE officials were transferred following the…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

CBSE says 40,000 students complete re-evaluation process without issues, portal open from June 2 to 6

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched a portal for Class 12 students to verify scanned answer books and request re-evaluation. Nearly 40,000 students have already applied successfully. The portal is open from June 2 to June 6. Students can report issues like missing pages or incorrect evaluation.…

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MyLifeXP · Jun 3

How YouTube Teachers Crushed India’s Coaching Empire

For decades, cracking India's toughest exams seemed impossible without joining a famous coaching institute. Students left their homes, moved to crowded coaching hubs, and families spent lakhs of rupees chasing a dream. Success appeared locked behind classroom walls. Then something unexpected happened. A teacher with a smartphone could suddenly reach…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

Lokhande Prashant Sitaram appointed as new CBSE chief amid OSM controversy

Lokhande Prashant Sitaram is the new CBSE chairman. This appointment comes as the board faces controversy over its On-Screen Marking system. Two top officials were removed following alleged irregularities in digital evaluation. A student presented findings on tendering anomalies to a parliamentary panel. The CBSE also reported cyberattacks on its…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

CBSE Chairman transferred amid OSM controversy: All about IAS officer Rahul Singh

The Centre has transferred CBSE Chairman Rahul Singh and Secretary Himanshu Gupta, initiating an inquiry into the procurement of On-Screen Marking services. This action follows widespread criticism of the board's digital evaluation system and post-result processes after the Class 10 and 12 examination results were announced.

The Economic Times · Jun 2

CBSE Chairman, Secretary transferred as Centre cracks down after OSM controversy

In a bold move, the Centre has relocated CBSE Chairman Rahul Singh and Secretary Himanshu Gupta, responding to growing concerns over the Board's tech-based evaluation system. An inquiry into the procurement process for On-Screen Marking services has been launched, aiming to tackle the criticisms head-on.

The Economic Times · Jun 2

NSUI moves Delhi HC seeking enquiry into CBSE's on-screen marking for class 12

The National Students' Union of India has filed a Public Interest Litigation in the Delhi High Court. It seeks an independent inquiry into alleged irregularities in the CBSE's on-screen marking system for Class 12 exams. The petition also demands manual rechecking and physical verification of answer sheets.

The Economic Times · Jun 2

After CBSE controversy, NTA re-exam portal under scanner over alleged data vulnerabilities and system weaknesses

Cybersecurity researchers have raised concerns about potential vulnerabilities in the National Testing Agency's re-examination portal, alleging a "superadmin login bypass" that could expose sensitive administrative and user data. Screenshots suggest potential access to observer and center coordinator information, with the portal reportedly becoming inaccessible around the time of the claims.…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

CBSE opens re-evaluation, answer book verification window from June 2 to June 6

Students can now apply for verification of scanned answer books and re-evaluation of answers. The online portal is open until June 6. This facility is for students who have already received their scanned answer sheets. Fees apply for verification and re-evaluation. Students must submit all requests in a single application.

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