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Feb 20 2026

RE-CHECKING VS RE-EVALUATION: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

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Why Students Apply

Not happy with your marks?Think there's a mistake?

You usually have two options:
Rechecking
Revaluation

But they are NOT the same

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 What Is Rechecking?

Rechecking means:

 Total marks are recalculated
 Unmarked answers are checked
 Carry forward errors are corrected

But, Answers are NOT re-evaluated.

When To Choose Rechecking
Choose this if:

You suspect a totaling mistake
An answer was left unchecked
Marks were added incorrectly

It's mostly a technical check.

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 What Is Revaluation?

Revaluation means

 Your entire answer sheet is evaluated again
 A new examiner checks your answers
 Marks can increase or decrease

It is a fresh assessment

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When To Choose Revaluation

Choose this if:

You expected much higher marks
Your performance felt strong
There's a big gap from expectations



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Fees & Time

Revaluation usually costs more than rechecking.
 Results take a few weeks.

 Apply within the board's deadline

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 Final Advice

Small doubt → Rechecking

 Big difference in marks → Revaluation

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