New Delhi, 13/05/2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the Class 12th results today, recording an overall pass percentage of 88.39%, marking a slight improvement compared to previous years. Girls continued their stellar performance, outperforming boys by a significant margin, with a pass percentage of 90.68% against boys’ 86.48%.
Key Highlights of CBSE Class 12 Results 2024
Overall Pass Percentage: 88.39% (up from 87.33% in 2023)
Girls vs. Boys: Girls secured 90.68%, while boys achieved 86.48%
Trivandrum Region Tops Again: Highest pass percentage at 99.91%
Delhi Region Improves: Pass percentage rises to 92.12%
Compartment Exams: Students who failed in one subject can appear for retests in July
Performance Analysis
The CBSE Class 12 examinations were conducted smoothly across more than 6,000 schools in India and abroad. The Trivandrum region maintained its top position with a near-perfect pass rate, followed by Bengaluru (96.46%) and Chennai (93.76%). The Delhi region showed significant improvement, crossing the 92% mark.
Toppers & Merit List
This year, CBSE did not release an official merit list to avoid unhealthy competition. However, several students scored above 99%, with many achieving perfect scores in subjects like Mathematics, Physics, and English. Students expressed relief and joy as the results were declared. “I worked hard and scored 97%, so I’m very happy,” said Ananya Sharma, a student from Delhi. Education experts praised the consistent performance of girls and emphasized the need for continuous academic support for all students.
What’s Next?
With results out, students can now focus on college admissions. CBSE will conduct compartment exams in July for those who failed in one subject. The board also advised students to collect their original mark sheets from their respective schools.
The CBSE Class 12 results reflect the resilience and dedication of students despite academic challenges. As higher education opportunities open up, this year’s pass percentage ensures a bright future for thousands of aspirants.