CBSE 2025: Request Scanned Answer Scripts Before Re-Evaluation

CBSE now allows students to request scanned copies of their board exam answer sheets before applying for re-evaluation.

Starting in 2025, students will have the option to obtain scanned answer scripts for their chosen subjects prior to deciding whether to seek a verification of marks or a re-assessment. This move is intended to increase transparency and provide students with a clearer understanding of their exam performance.

Previously, until 2024, the process required students to first apply for mark verification, followed by obtaining a scanned copy of the evaluated script, and then potentially applying for re-evaluation.

Many school principals view this step as a helpful "reality check" for students. According to one principal, students often believe they deserve higher marks, but after reviewing their answer sheets, they recognize where they fell short. This insight allows students to make more informed decisions about whether to pursue a review, based on evidence rather than assumptions.

Once students review their scanned scripts, they can confidently decide if there are genuine errors in evaluation worth challenging. The individual application for these scanned copies is generally supported by guidance from teachers.

Several schools have reported a significant number of students requesting their scanned answer scripts, reflecting growing interest in understanding exam results more deeply. Principals emphasize that this approach not only helps in reassessing marks but also serves as an important tool for students to evaluate their preparation and performance.

The CBSE highlights that this change aims to give students greater clarity and control over their results, enabling them to identify mistakes objectively and reduce hesitation in seeking verification.

Some educators believe this transparency might even reduce the volume of re-evaluation requests. When students can compare their answers against the official marking scheme, they are better equipped to decide if a review is warranted.

Overall, school leaders agree that providing scanned answer scripts boosts transparency, enhances trust in the evaluation process, and reassures students by showing clearly how their marks were awarded or deducted.