Ahmedabad: CBSE extends deadline for Class 12 answer sheet copies

Ahmedabad: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has extended the deadline for Class 12 students to apply for scanned copies of their answer sheets, allowing them to complete the online process until May 24 instead of the earlier deadline of May 23, according to a circular issued by the board.

The move follows heavy traffic on the official CBSE website, which caused inconvenience to students attempting to access the service. The board also cited instances of unauthorized interference that disrupted website operations over the past few days. To ensure no student missed the opportunity due to technical difficulties, the board decided to extend the deadline by one day.

The website remained under maintenance on Thursday, and once services resumed, a large number of students logged in simultaneously, further adding to the load. CBSE clarified that students who obtain scanned copies of their answer sheets will be given an additional two days to apply for subsequent processes such as verification of marks or re-evaluation.

Meanwhile, several students expressed concern over the quality of the scanned copies provided. Many said the answer sheets were blurred and unclear, making it difficult to read their responses and check marking accuracy. The issue triggered reaction on social media, with students urging the board to provide clearer copies to ensure transparency and fairness in the evaluation process.