CBSE Introduction of On-Screen Marking (OSM) for Class XII Examinations
CBSE/COORD/OSM/2026 / 4393
Dated: 09.02.2026
To
The Principals/Heads
All CBSE-affiliated Schools
Subject: Introduction of On-Screen Marking (OSM) for Class XII Examinations – Reg.
Madam/Sir,
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducts Class X and Class XII Board examinations annually in India and across 26 countries, catering to nearly 46 lakh students. In its continuous effort to enhance efficiency and transparency, the Board has decided to introduce On-Screen Marking (OSM) for the evaluation of Class XII answer books beginning with the 2026 examinations. Evaluation of Class X answer books will continue in physical mode as before in 2026.
The following benefits of OSM have been envisaged:-
1. Elimination of totalling errors.
2. Automated coordination, reducing manual intervention.
3. Faster evaluation with wider teacher participation.
4. Teachers can remain in their schools and continue regular duties.
5. Savings in transportation time and costs.
6. Post-result verification of marks will no longer be required.
7. Reduced manpower requirement for verification.
8. Opportunity for all schools to contribute to the evaluation.
9. Involvement of teachers from all affiliated schools globally.
10. Environmentally sustainable digital evaluation.
Schools are requested to ensure the readiness of the following:
1. Computer lab with Public Static IP (as per Affiliation Bye-Laws).
2. PC/Laptop with Windows OS 8 or above, 4 GB RAM or higher, and 1 GB free space on C:/ drive.
3. Latest internet browser (Chrome/Edge/IE/Firefox).
4. Adobe Reader (downloadable from https://get.adobe.com/readerD.
5. Reliable internet connectivity (minimum 2 Mbps).
6. Uninterrupted power supply.
To facilitate smooth implementation, CBSE will:
1. Allow all teachers with OASIS IDs to log in and familiarize themselves with the system.
2. Conduct multiple dry runs for practice.
3. Organ se training programmes to explain the system.
4. Establish a call centre for issue resolution.
5. Release instructional videos for better understanding.
Detailed instructions for each activity will be issued separately to ensure timely action by all stakeholders.
This communication is intended to inform all concerned of the Board’s decision and to request necessary preparations.
Best wishes,
(Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj)
Controller of Examinations
Copy to:
1. The Commissioner, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, 18 Institutional Area, Shaheed Jeet Singh Marg, New Delhi-110016. ([email protected])
2. The Commissioner, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, B-15, Sector-62, Institutional Area, Noida-201309. ([email protected], [email protected])
3. The Secretary, Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. ([email protected], [email protected])
4. The Secretary, Sainik Schools Society, Room No. 101, D-1 Wing, Sena Bhawan, NewDelhi-110001. ([email protected])
5. The Navy Education Society (NES), Directorate of Naval Education, West Block V, Wing II, Floor II, RK Puram, Sector 1, New Delhi 110066. ([email protected])
6. The Chairman, Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan, N-1/9, Near Doordarshan Kendra, PO Sainik School Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odhisha- 751005. ([email protected])
7. The Director of Education, Directorate of Education, Govt. of NCT of Delhi, Old Secretariat, Delhi-110054.([email protected])
8. The Director of Public Instructions (Schools), Union Territory Secretariat, Sector 9, Chandigarh-160017.([email protected])
9. The Director of Education, Govt. of Sikkim, Gangtok, Sikkim – 737101. ([email protected])
1o.The Director of School Education, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar- 791111. ([email protected])
11. The Director of Education, Govt. of A&N Islands, Port Blair – 744101. ([email protected])
12. The Director, Department of School Education, UT of Ladakh, 2nd Floor, Civil
Secretariat, Leh-Ladakh. ([email protected])
13. The Director, Directorate of School Education, Government of Puducherry, A” Block, I Floor, Perunthalaivar Kamaraj Centenary Educational Complex, 100 ft Road, Anna Nagar, Puducherry – 605 005. ([email protected])
14. The Director, Sambhota Tibetan Schools Society, Dharmshala, Himachal Pradesh. ([email protected])
15. The Group Captain Education (Schools) Directorate of Education, West Block VI, Air HQs (RKP), R.K. Puram, New Delhi-110066. ([email protected])
16. The Secretary AWES, Integrated Headquarters of MoD (Army), FDRC Building No. 202, Shankar Vihar (Near APS), Delhi Cantt-110010. ([email protected])
17. The Joint Secretary to Chairperson, for kind information of the Chairperson, CBSE.
18. All the Heads of Department of the Board.
19. All Regional Directors/Regional Officers of CBSE with the request to send this circular to all the Principals of the affiliated schools of the Board in their respective regions.
20. Web Admin with the request to put this Circular on the CBSE Website.
21. Media & Public Relations, CBSE for information.
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