CBSE's Revaluation Process: A Costly Endeavor CBSE's revised post-result process mandates students to first obtain scanned copies of their answer sheets before applying for verification or re-evaluation. The fees are as follows: Class 12: Rs. 700 per subject for the answer sheet, Rs. 500 per subject for verification, and Rs. 100 per question for re-evaluation. Class 10: Rs. 500 per subject for the answer sheet, Rs. 500 per subject for verification, and Rs. 100 per question for re-evaluation. Assuming just 10% of the 42 lakh students opt for revaluation in two subjects, the collective expenditure would amount to approximately Rs. 200 crore. This is a staggering sum, especially considering that students bear these costs due to potential errors made by the board. NTA's Examination Errors: A Pattern of Negligence The National Testing Agency (NTA), responsible for major entrance exams like JEE and NEET, has also faced criticism for frequent errors: JEE Main 2025: 12 questions were dropped due to errors, the highest in recent years. JEE Advanced 2025: Multiple discrepancies were reported in the answer keys, particularly in the Physics section. NEET UG 2024: The exam faced controversies over alleged paper leaks and the awarding of grace marks. The Supreme Court intervened, emphasizing the need for accountability and transparency in the examination process. Despite these mistakes, students are charged Rs. 200 per question to challenge the answer keys, with no refunds provided even when errors are acknowledged. The Human Cost: Stress and Financial Strain Beyond the financial implications, these errors have profound psychological effects on students. Discovering unexpected low scores can lead to anxiety, loss of confidence, and emotional distress. The additional financial burden of challenging these errors exacerbates the situation, especially for students from economically weaker sections. The Need for Accountability and Reform It's imperative that examination boards and agencies like CBSE and NTA are held accountable for their mistakes. Possible measures include: Refunding Fees: If a student's challenge is upheld, the associated fees should be refunded. Penalizing Errors: Implementing penalties for repeated errors can incentivize accuracy. Transparent Processes: Making evaluation processes more transparent can build trust among students. Students should not bear the cost—both financial and emotional—of institutional mistakes. It's time for systemic changes to ensure fairness and accountability in our examination systems.
