FBISE Recounting of Marks Policy 2026 – Complete Guide for SSC & HSSC
Explanation of Recounting of Marks Policy 2026
Recounting of Marks Policy 2026 for Matric and Inter Students is Officially Released. The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) provides a formal mechanism for recounting of marks to ensure transparency and accuracy in examination results. This facility is available to both passed and failed candidates who believe an error may have occurred during the compilation of their marks.
It is important for students to clearly understand that recounting is not rechecking or re-evaluation. Instead, it is a procedural verification aimed at correcting clerical or compilation mistakes, if any.
Below is a comprehensive explanation of the FBISE recounting policy, covering eligibility, scope, procedure, timelines, committees, special cases, and consequences.
1. What Is Recounting of Marks?
Recounting of marks refers to the verification of totals and markings in an answer book after the declaration of results. Under FBISE rules:
- Answer scripts are never reassessed or re-evaluated
- No new judgment is applied to answers
- Only arithmetical, totaling, marking, or compilation errors are checked
2. Who Can Apply for Recounting?
Any candidate who has appeared in an FBISE examination may apply, including:
- Passed candidates
- Failed candidates
- SSC (Matric) students
- HSSC (Intermediate) students
The applicant must have strong grounds or reasonable belief that an error exists in their result.
3. Application Procedure for Recounting
To apply for recounting of marks, a candidate must:
- Submit an application to the Controller of Examinations (Secrecy)
- Use the prescribed FBISE application form
- Attach an attested photocopy of the original mark sheet
- Pay the prescribed recounting fee per paper
- Clearly mention the subject(s) for which recounting is requested
4. Deadline for Submission
- Applications must be submitted within 20 days from the official date of result announcement.
- In exceptional or hardship cases, the Chairman FBISE may:
- Accept applications up to 10 additional days
- Condone delays at his discretion if justified
Late applications without valid grounds are generally not entertained.
5. What Is Checked During Recounting?
Recounting strictly excludes re-evaluation. The Recounting Committee or authorized officer ensures that:
- The grand total on the title page is correct
- The sum of marks for each question is accurately calculated
- All subtotals are correctly carried forward
- No part of any answer is left unmarked
- Total marks in the answer book match the mark sheet
- The answer book or any part has not been changed or detached
- The handwriting matches throughout the script for authenticity
6. Handling of Errors and Omissions
If any omission or error is detected:
- The Recounting Committee reports the case to the Controller of Examinations
- The Controller forwards the case with recommendations to the Chairman FBISE
- Upon approval:
- The answer script is referred to the relevant Head Examiner, Sub-Examiner, or Secrecy Officer
- Priority is given to rectification
- If concerned officers are unavailable:
- A panel of senior reputed examiners is nominated by the Chairman
- All changes and decisions are properly documented
A revised mark sheet is issued only after the candidate surrenders the original one.
7. Increase or Decrease in Marks
- If marks increase, the result is revised accordingly
- If marks are reduced, the correction is still enforced
- In both cases:
- The old mark sheet must be surrendered
- A revised mark sheet is issued
- Corrections are treated as final and binding
8. Mandatory Surrender of Original Mark Sheet
Failure to surrender the original mark sheet after revision:
- Is considered misconduct
- May result in:
- Cancellation of result
- Additional penalties as decided by the Chairman or Committee
- FBISE also holds the authority to recover the mark sheet through law-enforcing agencies
9. Recounting Committees Structure
- Recounting Committees are constituted annually
- Separate committees exist for:
- SSC examinations
- HSSC examinations
- Each committee consists of three experienced teachers from affiliated institutions
- Committees operate under the supervision of:
- Controller of Examinations (Secrecy)
- Chairman FBISE
10. Viewing of Answer Scripts
Candidates are allowed to:
- View their answer script only to confirm ownership
- No copying, photographing, or academic discussion is permitted
- Viewing does not allow objection to examiner judgment
11. Refund of Recounting Fee
- If a change in marks is confirmed after recounting:
- The recounting fee for that subject is fully refunded
- No refund is issued if no discrepancy is found
12. Special Rules for MCQs and OMR Sheets
a. Version Not Mentioned
If a candidate fails to mention the MCQ version:
- Answers are checked against all versions
- The best possible marks are awarded
b. OMR Technical Issues
In cases where:
- OMR sheets are unreadable due to machine error
- OMR sheets are missing
- MCQs were marked manually using a wrong key
Such cases are reviewed by a special committee comprising:
- Secretary, FBISE
- Controller of Examinations (Secrecy)
- Data Processing Manager
- Controller of Examinations (Conduct)
These cases are handled separately as they do not fall under re-evaluation rules.
c. Machine vs Examiner Marks
- If there is a mismatch between machine-generated and examiner-awarded marks:
- Machine marks are considered final
- Examiners re-verify before final result submission
13. Important Clarification for Students
- Recounting does not guarantee an increase in marks
- Marks may remain unchanged or even decrease
- Students should apply only when there is a genuine concern
14. Official Source Declaration (For Heads of Schools/Colleges)
This recounting of marks policy is issued by the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) Islamabad and has been adapted from official regulations published on the FBISE website for student guidance.
