CBSE Announces Refunds for Excess Fees on Scanned Answer Copies

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a refund for students who were overcharged while applying for scanned answer copies of their Class 12 exams. Technical glitches on May 21 and 22 led to discrepancies in fee deductions, affecting many students. CBSE assures that refunds will be processed through the original payment method and that all students will receive access to their scanned answer sheets without needing to reapply. This move comes as many students seek clarity on their exam evaluations. Read on for more details about the refund process and the importance of reviewing answer sheets.

By Ambika Singh May 24, 2026, 14:49 IST

CBSE Refund Notice for Class 12 Students

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an important update for students who took the Class 12 exams. A notice has been released addressing the technical issues that arose when students attempted to apply for scanned copies of their answer sheets.

Refunds for Overcharged Fees Confirmed

According to the official notice, technical glitches occurred during the fee payment process on May 21 and 22, 2020. As a result, some students were charged more than the standard fee. CBSE has assured that those who experienced excess deductions will receive refunds through the same payment method used for their transactions. Additionally, students who were charged less than the required fee will be contacted separately.

Access to Scanned Answer Sheets

The Board has confirmed that all students will have access to their scanned answer sheets without needing to submit a new application. CBSE encourages affected students and their parents to thoroughly review the notice provided.

Background of the Issue

The technical difficulties on May 21 and 22 led to discrepancies in fee deductions for many students. Some had more than the set fee deducted, while others were charged less.

Importance of Scanned Answer Copies

Many students are unhappy with their Class 12 exam results and want to understand how their papers were graded. By obtaining the scanned copies, they can review their evaluations and, if necessary, request verification or re-evaluation.