Education Ministry Takes Strict Action on CBSE's On-Screen Marking System, Raises Questions on Tender Controversy and Student Complaints
मुख्य बातें
- •The Education Ministry has taken a strict stance on the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system following controversy and has initiated an internal investigation into the matter.
- •Questions have been raised about the contract awarded to Hyderabad-based company Compt Edutech due to allegations of irregularities in the tender process.
- •The CBSE had implemented the OSM system for the first time in the 2026 board exams, but technical glitches and student complaints have led to controversy.
- •The Education Ministry believes that this matter raises questions about the transparency of the entire process, beyond just technical glitches.
The Ministry of Education has taken a strict stance on the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system introduced by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) following controversy over the system. The ministry has taken the matter seriously after allegations of technical issues faced by students and irregularities in the tender process. The Education Ministry has asked the CBSE to provide a detailed report on the entire process and has also initiated an internal investigation into the matter. According to sources, the responses provided by the board so far have not been satisfactory, and there is a possibility of fixing accountability of the concerned officials and taking action against them.
