CISCE Rechecking Window Opens May 1, Improvement Exams from June 15

Published: Thursday, April 30, 2026, 17:46 [IST]

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations has announced the rechecking, re-evaluation, and improvement exam schedule alongside the ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) Results 2026. This year, the board recorded an impressive pass percentage of 99.18% for ICSE and 99.13% for ISC, reflecting strong academic performance nationwide.

CISCE Rechecking Window Opens May 1 — PTI Images

For students seeking a review of their marks, the rechecking application window opens May 1 and closes on May 4, 2026.

CISCE Re-Check Window Opens May 1; Improvement Exams from June 15

Students who are not satisfied with their results can apply for rechecking of answer scripts through the CISCE Service Portal. After rechecking, candidates may also apply for re-evaluation if needed. Additionally, improvement exams will commence from June 15, 2026.

Rechecking Application Dates & Process

Application Window: May 1 to May 4, 2026
Mode: Online via CISCE Service Portal
Login Required: Registered email ID and password

Students must apply within the deadline, as no requests will be accepted after May 4.

How to Apply for CISCE Rechecking 2026

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official CISCE website

2. Go to the "Public Services" section

3. Log in to the Service Portal

4. Select the subject(s) for rechecking

5. Pay the required fee

6. Submit the application

New users must first register before applying.

Rechecking Fee Details

ICSE (Class 10): ₹1,000 per paper
ISC (Class 12): ₹1,000 per subject

The fee must be paid online during application submission.

What is Rechecking?

Rechecking involves:

Verification of marks calculation
Ensuring all answers are evaluated
Checking for any omission in marking

It does not include re-evaluation of answers.

Re-evaluation Option After Rechecking

Students who remain dissatisfied after rechecking can apply for re-evaluation.
Allowed only for subjects where rechecking was requested
Involves a deeper review of answers and marking

Improvement Exams 2026

Start Date: June 15, 2026
Purpose: To improve scores in specific subjects

Students can appear for improvement exams to enhance their academic performance.

Important Points to Remember

Apply within the deadline (May 1-4)
Keep login credentials ready
Fees are non-refundable
Results after re-evaluation are final

Why This Matters for Students

The rechecking and improvement exam options provide students with a second opportunity to ensure fairness and improve their scores, which can impact future academic and career choices.

Conclusion

With the CISCE opening the rechecking window and announcing improvement exams, students now have multiple opportunities to review and enhance their performance. Timely application and careful decision-making will help students make the most of these options and move forward confidently in their academic journey.