For policy revision in retotaling fee

Uma Regmi 

After the publication of the National Examination Board (NEB) Grade 12 results on June 19 many students wanted to confirm the accuracy of their marks. While the board allows Re-totaling, the fee of Rs 1,000 per subject can discourage students from seeking a review, particularly when they suspect a genuine evaluation error.

Rather than abolishing the fee altogether, a fairer approach would be to refund it whenever Re-totaling results in a change in marks or grade. Retaining the fee would continue to discourage unnecessary applications and cover administrative costs. However, if an error is confirmed, students should not be required to pay for correcting a mistake that was not their own.

Such a policy would have balance between institutional efficiency and accountability. It would also strengthen public confidence in the examination system by assuring students that seeking justice in the evaluation process does not come at an unfair financial cost.

A small policy revision such as this would make the Re-totaling process not only more accessible but also more equitable.

(Regmi is a grade 12 student at Trinity SS, Kathmandu)