CBSE Class 12 results declared, pass percentage drops. Direct link to check scorecards
CBSE has declared the Class 12 Results 2026, with scorecards available on DigiLocker and UMANG. The announcement opens the next stage for admissions and exam planning for over 18 lakh students.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared the Class 12 Results 2026, bringing relief to nearly 18 lakh students. After weeks of anticipation, students can now access their digital scorecards through DigiLocker and the UMANG App.
The online result portals are also expected to go live shortly, enabling candidates to download their marksheets directly from the official CBSE websites.
With over 18 lakh Class 12 students appearing for the examination this year, the announcement marks a major academic milestone for students preparing for higher education and professional careers.
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Initially, students can access their digital marksheets through DigiLocker and the UMANG platform. The official result portals — results.cbse.nic.in, cbseresults.nic.in, and cbse.gov.in — are expected to become active soon for direct result downloads.
CBSE RESULT 2026: OVERALL PASS PERCENTAGE FALLS TO 85.20%, GIRLS OUTSHINE BOYS AGAIN
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) declared the Class 12 Board Results 2026, with the overall pass percentage standing at 85.20%, marking a decline from last year’s 88.39%.
Girls once again outperformed boys in the examination, recording a pass percentage of 88.86%, while boys achieved 82.13%, creating a performance gap of 6.73% in favour of girls.
Region-wise, Thiruvananthapuram emerged as the best-performing region with an impressive 95.62% pass percentage, whereas Prayagraj recorded the lowest pass percentage at 72.43%.
The results highlight both regional differences and the continued strong academic performance of girl students across the country.
WHERE CAN STUDENTS CHECK CBSE CLASS 12 RESULTS 2026?
Students can check their results on the following platforms:
- DigiLocker
- UMANG App
- Official CBSE websites:
- results.cbse.nic.in
- cbseresults.nic.in
- cbse.gov.in
The board has advised students to keep their login credentials ready to avoid delays while accessing scorecards.
HOW MANY STUDENTS APPEARED FOR THE CBSE CLASS 12 EXAMS 2026?
More than 18 lakh students registered for the CBSE Class 12 board examinations this year. Together with Class 10 candidates, the total number of students appearing for the CBSE board exams crossed 43 lakh, reaffirming its position as one of the biggest school-level examination systems globally.
HOW TO CHECK CBSE CLASS 12 RESULTS 2026 ONLINE?
Students looking to access their CBSE Class 12 Results 2026 online can do so easily through the official CBSE websites. Candidates need to visit either cbse.gov.in or results.cbse.nic.in, where the result link will be activated on the homepage.
After clicking on the “CBSE Class 12 Result 2026” tab, students will be required to enter their login credentials, including roll number, school number, admit card ID, date of birth, and the displayed security pin. Once the details are submitted, the scorecard will appear on the screen.
Students are advised to carefully verify all information mentioned in the marksheet and download a copy for future admission and academic purposes.
ARE THERE ALTERNATIVE WAYS TO ACCESS CBSE CLASS 12 RESULTS 2026?
Students can also access their results through:
- DigiLocker
- UMANG mobile application
- SMS services
- IVRS (Interactive Voice Response System)
These alternate methods are especially useful during periods of heavy website traffic.
WHAT DETAILS WILL BE MENTIONED ON THE CBSE CLASS 12 SCORECARD?
The online marksheet will include:
- Subject-wise marks and grades
- Overall percentage
- Qualifying status
- Personal details of the student
The digital marksheet is provisional in nature. Original certificates and marksheets will later be distributed through respective schools.
WHAT WAS THE PASS PERCENTAGE IN 2025?
In 2025, CBSE declared the Class 12 board results on May 13, recording an overall pass percentage of 88.39%. Girls once again outshone boys in the examination, securing a pass percentage of 91.64%, compared to 85.70% achieved by boys.
Among all regions, Vijayawada emerged as the top-performing zone with an impressive pass percentage of 99.60%, while Prayagraj reported the lowest performance at 79.53%.
The declaration of the CBSE Class 12 Results 2026 marks a crucial turning point in students’ academic journeys. As students move toward university admissions, entrance examinations, and career planning, the results serve as an important foundation for future opportunities. With digital access making the process smoother and faster, students can now focus on the next phase of their educational and professional aspirations.