The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has released important updates for students. These updates include new passing marks for Class 12 exams and the opening of application windows for Class 10 re-evaluation and answer sheet photocopies. Students appearing for these exams or wishing to review their results must pay close attention to the new rules and deadlines.
Class 10 Re-evaluation and Photocopy Applications Now Open
JKBOSE has started accepting online applications for students who wish to re-evaluate their answer sheets or get photocopies of them. This applies to students who appeared for the Class 10 Annual (Private)/Bi-Annual 2025 examinations.
The application period is short. Students can submit their requests online from October 30, 2025 , until November 5, 2025 . It is crucial for all students to complete their applications within this specific timeframe. The entire process, from application to fee payment, is done through the official JKBOSE website, jkbose.nic.in .
Application Process and Fees for Class 10
To apply, students should visit the JKBOSE website and follow the instructions provided for re-evaluation or photocopy requests. There are specific fees for each service, which students must pay online:
| Service | Fee per Subject |
| Re-evaluation | ₹550 |
| Photocopy of Answer Sheet | ₹285 |
These fees can be paid using various online payment methods. Options include debit cards, credit cards, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), or net banking. Students should ensure they have their payment details ready before starting the application.
Key Information for Class 10 Applicants
After successfully applying for photocopies, students must regularly check the JKBOSE website. The board will issue notices online, in different stages, detailing when and how students can collect their requested photocopies. It is important to collect them as per the uploaded schedule to avoid any issues.
JKBOSE has also clarified eligibility for these applications. Students whose examinations were cancelled or who were disqualified from appearing in their exams are not eligible to apply for re-evaluation or obtain photocopies of their answer sheets. Only eligible students should proceed with the application.
New Pass Mark Structure for Class 12 Exams
In a separate update, JKBOSE has introduced revised pass marks for Class 12 students. According to the new rules, students will need to secure a minimum of 36 marks out of a total of 100 in each subject to pass. This new passing criterion combines the marks obtained in both the theory examination and any internal assessment or practical components for that subject.
These updated pass mark rules will apply to different academic sessions and geographical divisions:
- For Kashmir Division and Winter Zone of Jammu Division: The new pass marks will be applicable starting from the Higher Secondary Part-II (Class 12) Annual Regular (October–November) 2025 session .
- For Summer Zone areas of Jammu Division: These revised norms will come into effect from the February–March 2026 session for Class 12 Annual Regular exams.
Students in Arts, Science, Commerce, and Home Science streams should understand these changes. JKBOSE has published a detailed breakdown of the mark distribution for individual subjects on its official website, jkbose.nic.in . All Class 12 students are strongly advised to visit the website and review these specific subject-wise details to ensure they are aware of the new passing requirements for their upcoming examinations.
For all official announcements, detailed guidelines, and to access the application portals, students should make it a practice to visit the JKBOSE official website, jkbose.nic.in , regularly.
