If you’ve ever spotted a mistake in your marksheet—maybe your name spelled wrong, your date of birth off by a digit, or even the wrong subject listed—you know how stressful it feels. For students and parents, these errors can create big problems later during admissions, jobs, or government applications.
The good news? CBSE has announced a new system starting from the 2026 board exams that allows students to fix mistakes before the exams even begin. Let’s break it down.
Why This Change Matters
Think about it: after all the hard work you put in, the last thing you’d want is a marksheet that doesn’t reflect your correct details. Earlier, students had to struggle with correction requests after results were out—a long and tiring process.
Now, CBSE’s new verification system makes life easier. It ensures that every student gets a correct marksheet and certificate the very first time.
What’s New in CBSE’s Correction Process?
- Here’s how the new system works for Class 10 and 12 students:
- List of Candidates (LOC): Schools will first send CBSE the list of students appearing for the 2026 exams.
- Data Verification Slip: After LOC submission, CBSE will issue a slip for each student.
- Details Included: The slip will show the student’s name, parents’ names, date of birth, and subjects chosen.
- Correction Window: If there’s an error, schools, students, or parents can point it out and get it fixed.
Step-by-Step: How Students Can Correct Mistakes
- Check Your Verification Slip Carefully
Once your school provides the CBSE verification slip, review every detail—your spelling, date of birth, and subjects. - Report Errors Immediately
If you spot something wrong, inform your school right away. - Correction Period
CBSE will allow corrections between October 13 and October 27 (for the 2026 board exam session). - No Changes Later
After this window closes, CBSE won’t allow further corrections. That’s why it’s crucial to act on time.