CBSE Introduces On-Screen Marking for Class 12
Analysis based on 11 articles · First reported Feb 10, 2026 · Last updated Feb 11, 2026
The introduction of the On-Screen Marking system by the India===Central Board of Secondary Education is a significant development for the education sector, potentially leading to increased efficiency and transparency in exam evaluations. This could indirectly benefit technology companies providing educational software or infrastructure, while also impacting the operational aspects of affiliated schools like ITL Public School and Mount Abu School.
The India===Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will implement an On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for the evaluation of Class 12 answer books starting from the 2026 examinations. This digital shift aims to enhance efficiency, transparency, and speed in the assessment process by eliminating totalling errors, automating coordination, and allowing wider teacher participation from their own schools. Class 10 answer books will continue to be evaluated physically. CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj emphasized the environmental sustainability and faster evaluation benefits. Schools are required to ensure necessary digital infrastructure, including computer labs with specific system specifications, reliable internet, and uninterrupted power supply. Teachers will receive training and login credentials for the OSM portal. While school administrators like those from ITL Public School and Mount Abu School generally welcomed the reform, they also raised concerns about digital infrastructure, connectivity, and teacher well-being due to increased screen time. CBSE plans to conduct dry runs, training sessions, and provide technical support.
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