CBSE Class 12 Results: Girls Outperform Boys; Overall Pass Percentage at 88.39%

13 May, 2025

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the Class 12 board exam results for 2025. Girls continued their trend of outperforming boys, achieving a pass percentage of 91.64%. The overall pass percentage stood at 88.39%, a slight improvement from the previous year's 87.98%. Results for Class 10 were also declared.

Unpacked:

How did boys perform compared to girls in the CBSE Class 12 results for 2025?

In the 2025 CBSE Class 12 results, boys achieved a pass percentage of 85.70%, while girls outperformed them with a pass percentage of 91.64%. This means girls had a 5.94% higher pass rate than boys.

How many students appeared for the CBSE Class 12 and Class 10 exams in 2025?

For Class 12, 16,92,794 students appeared and 14,96,307 passed. For Class 10, 23,71,939 students appeared and 22,21,636 passed the exams in 2025.

What was the overall pass percentage for CBSE Class 10 exams in 2025?

The overall pass percentage for CBSE Class 10 exams in 2025 was 93.66%, reflecting a strong performance by students at this level.

Were there any notable achievements or milestones in this year’s CBSE results?

Yes, transgender candidates achieved a 100% pass rate in the 2025 CBSE Class 12 exams, marking an important milestone for inclusivity and academic achievement.

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