After the declaration of CS Executive and CS Professional results, many students may feel uncertain about their marks. The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) provides three options for students to review their answer sheets:
- Verification of Marks
- Certified Copies
- Inspection of Answer Books
But which one should you choose? Let’s break it down step by step.
🔑 How to Apply for Verification of Marks or Certified Copies
Applications for Verification, Inspection, or Certified Copies must be made online through the ICSI SMASH Portal.
Steps to Apply:
- Log in to your SMASH Portal account.
- Select the Module → Examination Services.
- Choose your option: Verification, Certified Copies, or Inspection.
- Make the payment through the online mode.
- Submit your request and revisit the portal to track the status of your application.
📝 Options Available
1. Verification of Marks
- In this option, ICSI conducts re-checking and re-counting of marks.
- It ensures that:
- All questions attempted are checked.
- Marks are correctly awarded.
- Totals are error-free.
- Best Option for Students: Verification is the most reliable choice if you feel your marks do not reflect your performance.
2. Certified Copies
- In this option, you will not get re-checking or re-evaluation.
- Instead, ICSI will email you a scanned copy of your evaluated answer sheet.
- Useful for students who want to understand the marking pattern, but not for improving marks.
3. Inspection of Answer Books
- This is a physical examination of your evaluated answer book.
- You can visit ICSI’s office and inspect your copy in person.
- Helpful if you want a detailed check, but less preferred due to practical difficulties.
🎯 Which Option to Choose – Verification of Marks or Certified Copies
- Verification of Marks → ✅ Recommended for most students, as it ensures marks are correctly counted and recorded.
- Certified Copies → Useful for reference, not for improving marks.
- Inspection → Rarely chosen, as it requires physical presence and does not change marks.
👉Best Choice: Verification of Marks
💰 Payment & Tracking
- The application is chargeable (ICSI prescribes a per-paper fee).
- Payment is made online directly through the SMASH Portal.
- Students should revisit the portal to track the status of their application after submission.
