New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday addressed concerns arising after a QR code embedded in some Class 12 Mathematics question papers linked to a YouTube video. This unexpected discovery during the exam held on March 9, 2026, triggered doubts among students and parents regarding the legitimacy of the question papers.
In an official statement, CBSE clarified that the question papers are genuine and assured that the security measures protecting the papers have not been compromised. “It is hereby confirmed by the Board that the question papers are genuine. The security of the question papers remains uncompromised,” the press release emphasized.
The Board further acknowledged the seriousness of the issue and stated that steps are being taken to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. While the veracity concerns have been put to rest, CBSE reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of exam integrity.
Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, Controller of Examinations, signed the release, highlighting the Board’s dedication to safeguarding the examination process and ensuring students’ confidence in the system.
