CBSE Class 12th Pass Percentage Falls, Girls Outperform Boys

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced its Class 12th results, revealing a decrease in the overall pass percentage compared to previous years. Girls achieved higher scores and a better pass rate than boys in this year's examinations.

13 May, 10:59 — 13 May, 10:59

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual39d ago

CBSE Class 12th result: Why students scored lower this year as pass percentage falls

CBSE declared the Class XII results on May 13, 2026, with an overall pass percentage of 85.20%, down from 88.39% last year. Over 15 lakh students cleared the examination out of 17.68 lakh who appeared. The decline of 3.19 percentage points coincided with the introduction of On-Screen Marking (OSM) for evaluation and reportedly tougher Physics and Mathematics papers. Experts cited multiple factors, including digital assessment and competency-based questions under NEP.

By SANJAY SHARMA

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