CBSE OSM SYSTEM CONTROVERSY
Delhi HC refuses PIL by Congress to direct reopening of CBSE class 12 re-evaluation portal
The Delhi High Court has declined to order the reopening of the CBSE portal for re-evaluation of class 12 answer sheets. The court stated that reopening the portal would delay the entire result declaration process. Individual students can approach the court if aggrieved. The Solicitor General informed the court that over 1.67 lakh students have already requested re-evaluation.
What’s on-screen marking, and where did CBSE go wrong?
CBSE's new digital marking system for Class 12 exams faced significant challenges. Teachers struggled with the new technology. Students reported result discrepancies and technical problems. The board has taken steps to address these issues, including re-scanning answer scripts and enhancing data security. This marks a complex transition to digitisation.
OSM portal was not 'thoroughly' tested for functionality and security threats before deployment: IIT panel member
The IIT panel, constituted following the controversy surrounding the OSM portal, is expected to submit its report to the Education Ministry on its findings and recommendations in the coming days.
Nisarga Adhikary, a 19-year-old ethical hacker who exposed CBSE portal security flaws, gets a job at IIT Kanpur
Nineteen-year-old ethical hacker Nisarga Adhikary, who recently highlighted security flaws in CBSE's digital infrastructure, has been appointed as an OSINT and Threat Intelligence Engineer at IIT Kanpur's C3iHub. Adhikary's allegations included publicly accessible scanned answer sheets and question papers due to cloud storage misconfigurations, and vulnerabilities in the OSM portal.
Teen hacker who exposed CBSE portal flaws joins IIT Kanpur's cybersecurity hub
Following his exposure of technical gaps in CBSE's on-screen marking portal, 19-year-old ethical hacker Nisarga Adhikary has been recruited by IIT Kanpur's national cybersecurity hub, C3i. He has joined as an OSINT and threat intelligence engineer, with potential for further roles in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
CBSE Revaluation 2026 Result Date: SC orders board to release final result by this date
CBSE Revaluation 2026 Result Date Class 12: The Supreme Court has ordered the CBSE to expedite the declaration of Class 12 Improvement Examination results by Friday, emphasizing urgency. This directive comes as over 1.6 lakh students await verification and re-evaluation outcomes following concerns over the new On-Screen Marking system and delayed answer sheet access.
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Over 1.6 lakh candidates applied for post-result services: CBSE
The Central Board of Secondary Education has confirmed its post-result services portal operated smoothly. Over 1.6 lakh students submitted requests for more than 3.8 lakh answer books. The board addressed concerns about a 'Roll Number Not Found' message, explaining it appeared for candidates who did not apply for photocopies first. Cybersecurity teams monitored the system throughout.
Delhi HC seeks Centre, CBSE reply on plea over Class 12 on-screen marking irregularities
The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre and CBSE to respond to a petition by the National Students' Union of India. The student group is seeking an independent inquiry into alleged large-scale irregularities in the on-screen marking system for Class 12 exams. The court has listed the matter for further hearing.
IIT panel approves new CBSE portal for re-evaluation after security review
A new portal for re-evaluating CBSE answer sheets has received security clearance from an IIT panel. This comes after the previous portal developed by Coempt EduTeck was found to have significant security flaws. The new system, developed by multiple teams including IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur, has been fortified with safeguards. Data has been moved to CBSE-controlled servers.
CBSE OSM row: Pradhan 'incompetent', continuation in office insult to lakhs of students: Cong
Congress criticizes Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for CBSE on-screen marking system failures. The party alleges incompetence and inflated contract rates for a compromised IT platform. Students faced issues accessing answer sheets for re-evaluation. Congress insists Pradhan must take responsibility for these lapses, calling his continued tenure an insult to students and families.
CBSE retains COEMPT for answer-sheet scanning, shifts data to its own servers
When asked about whether COEMPT will be able to scan answer sheets despite its track record, the official said, "They scanned 40 crore pages, of which about 30,000 odd have problems. That means about 1 in 10,000 pages were problematic. Now they only need to scan problematic pages. So they should be able to scan without any problem."
'Mantri' Pradhan's continuation in office speaks of his desire for power: Congress on CBSE OSM row
Congress criticizes Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the CBSE exam controversy. Allegations point to a compromised ministry and inflated rates for a new system. Students faced stress due to these issues. The minister's continuation in office is questioned. An independent probe is demanded. The CBSE extended the deadline for answer sheet verification.
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 occurred.
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.
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.
'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 and alleged corruption.
Claude, other AI tools used to breach CBSE portals: IIT Panel
AI tools like Claude were used to find vulnerabilities in CBSE's on-screen marking portal, revealing the vendor's inadequate security knowledge. Following this, data was moved to a government-controlled AWS segment. A high-level panel addressed these issues and also secured the JEE Advanced portal amid concerns of data breaches.
'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 allegations.
CBSE chairman, secretary ousted amid escalating OSM evaluation row
After their recent appearance before a parliamentary committee that was evaluating the controversial on-screen marking system for Class 12 boards, the CBSE chairperson and secretary have been dismissed from their positions. A new chairman has been designated to take charge, and an independent inquiry will examine the technology acquisition process.
CERT-In warned CBSE over flaws in online evaluation portal in February and May
India's cyber security watchdog, CERT-In, has detected critical vulnerabilities in the online assessment system of CBSE. Despite numerous alerts about these shortcomings, one portal was flagged as not fit for live operations. The IT ministry has since informed a parliamentary committee of the situation. Questions were also raised regarding the effectiveness of the answer sheet scanning process.
CBSE chairman Lokhande Prashant Sitaram: Who is the IAS officer appointed by Union government amid OSM controversy
Lokhande Prashant Sitaram has been appointed as the new chief of CBSE, replacing Rahul Singh. This leadership change occurs amidst significant controversy surrounding the Class 12 results and the on-screen assessment system. Concerns have been raised by students and parents regarding the evaluation process, with allegations of answer sheets being mixed up.
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 re-evaluation portal.
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.
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.
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. This follows recent controversy surrounding the CBSE's digital evaluation system.
CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation portal opens amid OSM controversy: Check direct link, how students can apply and what they need to know
CBSE has launched its Class 12 re-evaluation and marks verification portal after delays and controversy surrounding its new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. Students can now apply online for verification, answer book copies, and re-evaluation, amidst scrutiny from parents, opposition, and the Ministry of Education over alleged system glitches and transparency concerns.
'Beware of pickpockets': Rahul Gandhi targets CBSE over re-evaluation glitches, fees
Rahul Gandhi wrote, "Beware of pickpockets - today they're sitting inside CBSE. If marks come out wrong due to CBSE's mistake, what do you get? Digital scan copy: ₹100/subject, Re-totalling: ₹100/paper, Re-evaluation: ₹25/question. A child might have to shell out up to ₹2000 just to get their own answer sheet properly checked. Think about it: when 4 lakh kids have filed such applications, how much is CBSE raking in. When scanning was done with a phone, wrong marking is a given. And the child is footing the bill to get it fixed."
OSM under fire as CBSE battles data leak claims
Ethical hackers and students have raised concerns about the CBSE's On Screen Marking system, alleging unauthenticated public access to scanned answer sheets due to improper AWS bucket configuration. The Board claims identified vulnerabilities have been contained, while the Congress party criticizes the system as a 'massive data leak' risking student privacy.
OSM system backed by secure, robust IT platform, says CBSE
The CBSE has defended its On-Screen Marking System, calling it secure and robust. This comes amid controversy over a contract awarded to a firm and claims of system compromise. Students have reported scoring discrepancies. The Board stated answer books are safe and processed with quality checks. Allegations regarding the contract have been rejected as erroneous and misleading.
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