MUMBAI, India, June 6 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202321081770 A) filed by Orion India Systems Private Limited, Maharashtra, on Dec. 1, 2023, for 'system and method for virtually representing optical mark recognition (omr) sheets with securely collecting and collating responses.'

Inventor(s) include Sachin Das Goswami.

The application for the patent was published on June 6, under issue no. 23/2025.

According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The disclosed invention, titled "System and Method for Virtually Representing Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) Sheets with Securely Collecting and Collating Responses," revolutionizes educational assessment. Traditional Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) sheets, with their inherent limitations, are replaced by a cutting-edge virtual OMR system. A proprietary device, handheld or table-top, features a display, processor, and secure communication capabilities, enabling efficient collection and collation of multiple-choice responses. Notably, robust security measures encrypt user responses at the device level, guaranteeing data integrity and thwarting tampering risks. Responses are transmitted to cloud storage data centers for analysis, with customizable evaluation options enhancing flexibility. The system streamlines examination processes, eliminates physical sheets, and offers long-term data storage. This innovation marks a transformative shift in examination technology, emphasizing security, efficiency, and environmental sustainability."

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