GSTA requests govt to withdraw notices to teachers for fall in class 12 pass percentage
The Government Schools Teachers’ Association (GSTA) has requested the Education Minister to withdraw notices issued to teachers regarding the decline in Class 12 pass percentages. They argue that the drop is linked to the implementation of the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, which faced numerous technical issues. GSTA believes that teachers should not be held accountable for the results, as they have consistently supported students through various academic measures.
- ▪GSTA has written to Education Minister Ashish Sood requesting the withdrawal of notices to teachers.
- ▪The decline in pass percentages is attributed to the newly implemented On-Screen Marking system, which faced significant technical challenges.
- ▪GSTA argues that teachers should not be held responsible for the students' performance, as they have been dedicated to supporting their learning.
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The Government Schools Teachers’ Association (GSTA) on Friday (May 29, 2026) wrote to Education Minister Ashish Sood to withdraw all show cause notices and memorandums issued to teachers regarding the drop in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 Board marks pass percentage.The letter said that the CBSE implemented the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system in the year, “without adequate preparation and practical assessment”. “GSTA had earlier suggested that the system should initially be introduced only as a pilot project and, after analysing its results and practical feasibility, be implemented comprehensively from the next academic session.
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