Students who took the CBSE Class 12 supplementary exam on July 28, 2026, are demanding grace marks and fairer evaluation. They report the paper was harder than the main exams and question the chapter-wise weightage used. These results are critical for college admissions.
Students Seek Leniency
Approximately 1.63 lakh students appeared for the supplementary exam. Many expressed frustration on social media, citing unexpectedly difficult questions. Some claimed the questions did not align with the stated chapter weightage. This exam is a crucial second chance for students to qualify for higher education.
Students have appealed to the CBSE Board for grace marks. Some requested a moderation of 15 to 20 marks in up to two subjects. The primary goal is to meet the 75 percent eligibility criterion required by many colleges.
Education creator Anurag Tyagi supported the students. He urged CBSE to act fairly. Tyagi stated that students are working to rebuild their futures and should not face further difficulties.
Anxiety Fueled by Past Issues
Student concerns are amplified by the recent CBSE On Screen Marking (OSM) controversy. CBSE introduced OSM for the 2026 board exams to improve digital evaluation.
However, many students reported marking errors and lower scores after the main exams. This led to calls for greater transparency. Students demanded mark verification, photocopies of answer scripts, and re-evaluation options.
With supplementary results pending, students fear similar evaluation problems. One student directly tagged national leaders, including the Prime Minister and Education Minister, seeking lenient marking.
The core demands focus on achieving qualifying marks for college admissions. Students hope for a review process that acknowledges the exam's perceived difficulty and potential marking inconsistencies.
