
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) offers several post-examination services to help candidates review their examination results. These services include ICSI Verification of Marks, ICSI Inspection of Answer Books, and ICSI Certified Copies of Answer Books.
Candidates who are dissatisfied with their marks or wish to review their evaluated answer books can apply online through the SMASH portal within the prescribed timelines. This article explains the complete process, including fees, application deadlines, processing time, and important guidelines.
Candidates can choose from different post-result services based on their requirements. The table below provides a quick overview:
|
Particulars |
Verification of Marks |
Inspection of Answer Books |
Certified Copies of Answer Books |
|
Application Mode |
Online |
Online |
Online |
|
Application Window |
Within 21 days of the result declaration |
Within 30 days of the result declaration |
Within 30 days of the result declaration |
|
Processing Time |
Around 7 weeks |
Around 7 weeks |
Around 7 weeks |
|
Revaluation Allowed |
No |
No |
No |
|
Outcome |
Marks may increase, decrease, or remain unchanged |
Self-inspection of answer books |
Access to scanned answer books |
Many students want to know about the CS Exam Rechecking Process after the results are declared. However, ICSI does not allow revaluation or reassessment of answer books. Candidates can only apply for ICSI Verification of Marks, which involves checking:
Whether all questions and sub-questions have been evaluated
Whether marks have been awarded for all attempted answers
Whether there is any totaling error
Whether marks have been correctly posted
Whether the result has been correctly computed
During the Verification of Marks ICSI process, the Institute verifies the accuracy of evaluation records. If any omission or error is found, it is rectified and the revised marks or result are communicated to the candidate.
Note: No revaluation of answers or answer books is permitted under CS Regulations, 1982.
ICSI provides three post-exam services, each serving a different purpose.
|
Service |
Purpose |
|
Verification of Marks |
Verification of evaluation, totaling, and posting of marks |
|
Inspection of Answer Books |
Personal inspection of scanned answer books at the ICSI Noida office |
|
Certified Copies of Answer Books |
Access to scanned copies of answer books through a secure online login |
The fee for each service is charged on a per-subject basis.
|
Service |
Fee Per Subject |
|
Verification of Marks |
₹250 |
|
Inspection of Answer Books |
₹450 |
|
Certified Copies of Answer Books |
₹500 |
Note: Fees paid once are not refundable under any circumstances.
Candidates must submit their applications within the prescribed period from the date of declaration of results.
|
Service |
Application Deadline |
|
Verification of Marks |
Within 21 days |
|
Inspection of Answer Books |
Within 30 days |
|
Certified Copies of Answer Books |
Within 30 days |
Applications submitted after the deadline may not be entertained.
Candidates can apply online through the SMASH portal for all post-exam services.
Step 1: Login to the SMASH Portal
Visit the SMASH portal and log in using your student credentials.
Step 2: Navigate to Post Exam Services
Go to:
Module → Exam → Verification of Marks/Inspection/Certified Copies of Answer Books
Step 3: Create a New Request
Click on "Add New Request" and select the required service:
Verification of Marks
Inspection of Answer Books
Certified Copies of Answer Books
Step 4: Verify Personal Details
Before proceeding, verify your address and communication details. Update them if necessary.
Step 5: Select Subjects
Choose the subject(s) for which you wish to submit the request and accept the prescribed undertaking.
Step 6: Make Payment
Click "Proceed to Payment", select a payment gateway, and complete the online payment.
Step 7: Save the Receipt
After successful payment, a receipt is generated. Candidates should save or print the receipt for future reference.
Applications for verification of marks, inspection of answer books, and certified copies are normally processed within 7 weeks from the date of receipt by the Directorate of Examinations.
Candidates can check the status of their applications through the official ICSI status-tracking facility using their Roll Number or Student Registration Number.
If a candidate does not receive any update within 45 days of submitting the application, they may contact the Directorate of Examinations by emailing: vom@icsi.edu
The email should be addressed to the Joint Director (Examinations) and must include relevant application details for verification.
