Quick Facts
- CBSE postponed its re-evaluation portal from May 29 to June 1, 2026.
- Over 4 lakh students applied this year, double the 2 lakh who applied last year.
- Verification fee is now Rs 100 per answer book, down from Rs 500.
- IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras experts are now reviewing the portal for safety.
The CBSE re-evaluation portal 2026 will open on June 1, not May 29, as originally announced by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
CBSE said it pushed the date to make sure the portal is “transparent and glitch-free” for students who want to check or challenge their Class 12 marks. The delay follows serious technical problems when the portal first went live, including a payment gateway failure and a cyberattack. You can track all upcoming CBSE dates on our exam calendar tool.
When Will the CBSE Re-evaluation Portal 2026 Open?
CBSE shifted the portal launch date from May 29 to June 1, 2026, saying the extra time would support a transparent and glitch-free process for students. Deccan Herald
The portal in question is called the Post-Result Activities portal. It lets students apply for three things in sequence. First, verification of marks, where the board checks for totalling errors. Second, access to a scanned copy of the evaluated answer sheet. Third, re-evaluation of specific questions by a committee of subject experts.
Under the new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, students can receive scanned copies of their evaluated answer books, compare them against the official marking scheme, and then submit question-specific concerns for expert review. This is different from the old process, where students had to first apply for verification and then wait for their physical answer books. Republic World
What Went Wrong With the CBSE Portal?
When the portal first went live, it showed abnormal fee amounts ranging from around Re 1 to nearly Rs 68,000 in some cases, a problem linked to the HDFC payment gateway. National Herald India
Government sources also said about 50 students exploited this gap and accessed the portal in an unauthorised way. Four public sector banks — State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Indian Bank and Bank of Maharashtra — have now been added as payment gateways to replace HDFC. The Free Press Journal
Experts from IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur, along with the Digital Infrastructure Corporation of India, are examining the system and strengthening the portal and payment gateway integration. The portal will also move to Amazon Web Services (AWS) for better reliability, according to government sources. The Free Press Journal
Why Are So Many More Students Applying in 2026?
The Class 12 pass percentage dropped to 85.20 percent in 2026, down from 88.39 percent in 2025. This is the largest single-year drop in the past seven years. Republic World
Many students and parents link this drop to the OSM system, which was used at a much larger scale in 2026. Under OSM, teachers evaluate answer sheets on a computer screen instead of on paper. CBSE says OSM improves accuracy and fairness. Critics say it introduced new errors, especially in Physics and Mathematics.
The numbers tell the story clearly. Over 4 lakh students have applied for verification or re-evaluation this year. That is double the roughly 2 lakh who applied in 2025.
What Are the Fees for Verification and Re-evaluation?
| Service | Old Fee | New Fee (2026) | Window Opens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verification of marks | Rs 500 per answer book | Rs 100 per answer book | June 1, 2026 |
| Scanned copy of answer sheet | Rs 700 per answer book | Reduced (confirm on portal) | After verification result |
| Re-evaluation of questions | Rs 100 per question | Rs 25 per question | After receiving scanned copy |
The fee cuts are significant. The Ministry of Education announced these reductions earlier this month. CBSE has also said it will refund fees if your marks go up after re-evaluation.
About CBSE
CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) is India’s largest school examining body. It was set up in 1962 under the Ministry of Education. CBSE runs the Class 10 and Class 12 board exams across about 28,000 affiliated schools in India and 240 schools abroad. Around 17 lakh students appeared in the Class 12 exams in 2026.
What This Means For You
If you are a student
Do not apply on any platform other than the official CBSE portal. The portal opens on June 1. You must apply for verification first. Only after receiving your verification result can you apply for a scanned copy. Only after getting your scanned copy can you apply for re-evaluation of specific questions. Keep your roll number and admit card ID ready. If you have doubts, call the CBSE Tele-Counselling Helpline at 1800 11 8004 (toll-free) or email resultcbse2026@cbseshiksha.in.
If you are a parent
The fee cuts make this process much more affordable than in past years. Verification now costs Rs 100, and re-evaluation is just Rs 25 per question. If your child’s marks go up after review, CBSE will refund the fee. The portal delay is frustrating, but applying on June 1 through the official CBSE website is the only safe path. Ignore links shared on WhatsApp or unofficial sites.
If you are a school principal or teacher
Students will need guidance on the three-step process: verification, then scanned copy, then re-evaluation. Set up a brief session for Class 12 students before June 1 to walk them through the steps. The CBSE helpline is also available for queries. Be aware that the new OSM-based system gives students access to their evaluated answer sheets, which is a first for CBSE. This changes the nature of re-evaluation conversations you may have with students and parents.
CampusFeed Take
The doubling of re-evaluation applications is not a story about one bad portal. It is a signal that student and parent trust in CBSE’s evaluation system has dropped sharply in one year. A pass percentage fall of 3.19 points in a single cycle, combined with widely reported marking errors in Physics and Maths, has pushed families to demand second opinions at a scale CBSE has never seen before. School principals should pay the closest attention. The students most likely to benefit from re-evaluation are those who scored just below the 75 percent threshold for college admission cut-offs. If CBSE’s expert review results in meaningful mark revisions, expect renewed pressure for OSM reform before the 2027 cycle begins. By CampusFeed Desk.
What Is Next
The CBSE re-evaluation portal 2026 opens on June 1, 2026. If you plan to apply, be ready with your roll number, admit card ID, and school number. Apply for verification first. The re-evaluation result for Lot 1 typically arrives within 6 to 8 weeks of the application window closing. A broader review of the OSM system by the IIT teams is ongoing. Will the government make any structural changes to OSM before the 2027 exams? That is the question every school and student should be tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the CBSE re-evaluation portal 2026 open?
The CBSE re-evaluation portal 2026 will open on June 1, 2026. CBSE postponed it from the original May 29 date to fix technical issues and add safer payment gateways. Visit cbse.gov.in on June 1 to apply.
What is the fee for CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation in 2026?
The CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation fee in 2026 is Rs 25 per question, reduced from Rs 100. Verification of marks costs Rs 100 per answer book, down from Rs 500. CBSE will refund fees if your marks increase after re-evaluation.
How do I apply for CBSE Class 12 verification and re-evaluation 2026?
Log in to the official cbse.gov.in portal on June 1. Apply for verification first. After getting the verification result, apply for a scanned copy of your answer sheet. Then review the sheet against the official marking scheme and apply for re-evaluation of specific questions you want challenged.
Why was the CBSE re-evaluation portal 2026 delayed?
The portal had technical glitches when it first opened, including abnormal fee amounts linked to the HDFC payment gateway. Around 50 students also exploited a security gap. CBSE replaced HDFC with four public sector bank gateways, moved the portal to Amazon Web Services, and brought in experts from IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras to review the system before the June 1 relaunch.
Who can I contact for help with CBSE re-evaluation 2026?
Call the CBSE Tele-Counselling Helpline at 1800 11 8004 (toll-free) or email resultcbse2026@cbseshiksha.in. These are CBSE’s official support channels. Do not share personal details or roll numbers with any unofficial helpline.
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