The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has officially released the Bihar Board Class 12th Scrutiny Form 2026 on its official website for students who appeared in the Intermediate Annual Board Examination 2026, conducted from 02 to 13 February 2026. Notably, the scrutiny application window opened on 25 March 2026 and remains active until 02 April 2026. Students dissatisfied with their marks in one or more subjects can apply online by logging in with their Roll Code, Roll Number, and Password.
Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Board | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), Patna |
| Examination Name | Bihar Board Class 12th (Intermediate) Annual Exam 2026 |
| Form Type | Scrutiny (Answer Sheet Rechecking) Application |
| Exam Conducted | 02 February – 13 February 2026 |
| Result Declared | 23 March 2026 |
| Scrutiny Form Dates | 25 March 2026 – 02 April 2026 |
| Official Website | biharboardonline.com |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Stream | Notable Toppers | Top Score |
|---|---|---|
| Science | Aditya Prakash Aman | 481 Marks |
| Arts | Nishu Kumari | 489 Marks (95.8%) |
| Commerce | Aditi Kumari | 480 Marks |
Note: This section reflects the Class 12th Result 2026 Toppers List as published by BSEB. Notably, out of 26 total state-level toppers, 19 are female students, reflecting outstanding academic performance this year. Top-ranking students will be honoured with cash prizes, laptops, and Kindle e-book readers.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
There is no specific age limit prescribed for submitting the Bihar Board Class 12th Scrutiny Form 2026, as it is open to all students who appeared in the BSEB Class 12th Annual Examination 2026.
Educational Qualification
Specifically, any student who has appeared in the Bihar Board Intermediate (Class 12th) Examination 2026 across the Science, Arts, or Commerce streams and is dissatisfied with the marks awarded in one or more subjects is eligible to apply for scrutiny.
Nationality
Candidates must be registered students of BSEB, Patna, enrolled under a recognised school affiliated with the Bihar School Examination Board for the academic year 2025–26.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Dummy Registration Card | 05 – 25 July 2025 |
| Dummy Admit Card (1st) | 21 – 27 November 2025 |
| Dummy Admit Card (2nd) | 28 November – 04 December 2025 |
| Class 12th Exam Dates | 02 – 13 February 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 01 March 2026 |
| Result Declared | 23 March 2026 |
| Scrutiny Form Start Date | 25 March 2026 |
| Scrutiny Form Last Date | 02 April 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Students (Per Subject) | ₹ 120/- |
Accepted Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI.
Note: The scrutiny fee is charged on a per-subject basis. Consequently, students applying for rechecking of multiple subjects must pay ₹ 120/- for each subject separately.
Exam Pattern
The Bihar Board Class 12th Scrutiny Form 2026 is not an entrance or competitive examination; therefore, a traditional exam pattern table is not applicable here. Moreover, the scrutiny process involves a formal rechecking of the candidate’s answer sheets by BSEB-authorised examiners to verify totalling accuracy and completeness of evaluation. Students can also refer to the official answer key (released on 01 March 2026) and the official scrutiny notice linked below to understand the process better before applying.
How to Apply Online
- Open a browser on your mobile or computer and visit the official BSEB website at biharboardonline.com.
- On the homepage, locate and click the “Intermediate Scrutiny 2026” link.
- Log in by entering your Roll Code, Roll Number, and Date of Birth.
- Select the subject(s) for which you wish to apply for scrutiny.
- Review the fee details shown for each selected subject (₹ 120/- per subject).
- Proceed to online payment using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Submit the form and download or print the confirmation receipt for future reference.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – Scrutiny Form | Click Here |
| Class 12th Scrutiny Notice | Click Here |
| Download Class 12th Result | Link-I | Link-II |
| Class 12th Result Notice | Click Here |
| Download Class 12th Answer Key | Click Here |
| Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Download 2nd Dummy Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Dummy Registration Card | Click Here |
| BSEB Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does the Bihar Board Class 12th Scrutiny Form 2026 open and close?
The Bihar Board Class 12th Scrutiny Form 2026 is available from 25 March 2026 and the last date to apply is 02 April 2026.
Q2. What is the deadline for submitting the scrutiny application form?
Students must complete their online submission and fee payment by 02 April 2026 without fail.
Q3. Can students who have passed apply for the Bihar Board Class 12th Scrutiny Form 2026?
Yes, any student who appeared in the BSEB Class 12th Exam 2026 — regardless of their result status — can apply for scrutiny if they are dissatisfied with their awarded marks.
Q4. Is there any negative impact or penalty if the scrutiny result shows no change in marks?
No penalty is prescribed for applying for scrutiny; however, the scrutiny fee of ₹ 120/- per subject is non-refundable once paid.
Q5. What credentials are required to log in and fill the scrutiny form?
Students must use their Roll Code, Roll Number, and Date of Birth to log in to the BSEB portal and submit the scrutiny application.