CBSE Class 12 Results 2025 Declared; Girls Outshine Boys Again, Vijayawada Tops With 99.60% Pass Rate
Students expressed a mix of joy, relief, and surprise as the CBSE Class 12 results were announced. Reports Surabhi Gupta.
Published : May 13, 2025 at 12:28 PM IST
|Updated : May 13, 2025 at 7:29 PM IST
New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the results of the Class 12 board examination for the academic year 2024–25, much to the relief and jubilation of over 16.9 lakh students across the country. The overall result this year is 88.39%, which is an improvement of 0.41% than the 87.98% scored last year.
Over 17 lakh students registered for the examination, and 16.92 lakh appeared in it, with 14.96 lakh passing.
"Honestly, I was not expecting such a high percentage," said Ritika Jain, a commerce student from Delhi West, who secured 94.6%. "The paper pattern this year was more demanding, especially economics, but I prioritized conceptual clarity over other things."
Girls Continue to Outperform Boys
Once again, girls far outshined boys. For girls the pass percentage was at 91.52%, while for boys (85.12%). The performance remained stellar for the Children with Special Needs (CWSN) category (93.15%), which is a testament to inclusive progress in India's educational landscape.
Regional Performance: South India Comes Out on Top
The Vijayawada region ranked first with a pass percentage of 99.60%. followed by Trivandrum (99.32%) and Chennai (97.39%) in second and third place respectively. Major metros like Delhi West (95.37%), Delhi East (95.06%), and Bengaluru (95.95%) are also among the high-performing regions.
At the other end of the spectrum, Prayagraj posted the lowest pass percentage at 79.53%, followed by Noida (81.29%), and Bhopal (82.46%).
| Top 5 Regions | Pass % |
| Vijayawada | 99.60% |
| Trivandrum | 99.32% |
| Chennai | 97.39% |
| Bengaluru | 95.95% |
| Delhi West | 95.37% |
Bhubaneswar’s Performance: Moderate but Promising
The Bhubaneswar region, covering Odisha, West Bengal, and Chhattisgarh, reported a pass percentage of 83.64%. Gender-wise, girls achieved 86.30%, while boys stood at 81.42%, a gap of nearly 5 percentage points favoring girls.
“I feel relieved and proud. Two years of hard work paid off,” said Shrishti Sahu, a student from Bhubaneswar who secured 95.4% in the science stream. “The support from my teachers and the consistent revision schedule helped a lot. One should do consistent revision and not leave studies for long period of time.”
Institution-Wise Results: Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas Dominate
In terms of institutions, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) led the way with a 99.29% pass rate, followed closely by Kendriya Vidyalayas (KV) at 99.05%, and government-aided schools at 91.57%. Independent schools, which constitute a significant portion of CBSE affiliations, recorded 87.94%.
| Institution Type | Pass % |
| JNV | 99.29% |
| KV | 99.05% |
| Independent | 87.94% |
| Govt. Aided | 91.57% |
| Government | 90.48% |
High Achievers: Over 1.11 Lakh Students Score Above 90%
1,11,544 students scored more than 90% and 24,867 scored more than 95%, representing 6.59% and 1.47% of the candidates who passed. 290 CWSN students scored more than 90%, with 55 scoring more than 95%.
"I was diagnosed with a learning disability in Grade 9. However, with special support and additional time during the test, I got a 91.2%," recounted Ananya Verma, a CWSN candidate from Lucknow, "I hope more people can do the same who have similar challenges."
Compartment Candidates Slightly Higher
While most students passed, there were 1,29,095 students in the compartment list this year, compared to 1,22,170 in 2024. This represents 7.63% of the candidates that appeared.
"I studied in a Kendriya Vidyalaya and the discipline and establishment helped us stay focused," stated Rahul Meena, a humanities student from Jaipur who received a 92.8%. "Our teachers were really helpful, especially with the online classes in the previous year.”
“I got 89.8%, just 0.2% shy of the 90% club,” said Mohammad Amaan, a student from Bhopal. “It stings a little, but I’m happy and now i am aiming for DU for economics honours.”
How to Check the Results
To check CBSE Board Class 12 result 2025 candidates can follow the simple steps outlined below:
1. Go to the official website results.cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in or cbseresults.nic.in.
2. Click on the link for CBSE Board Class xx result 2025 available on the homepage.
3. Enter the required credentials i.e roll number and date of birth.
4. Your CBSE Board Class 12 result will be displayed on the screen.
5. Download and print a copy for your future reference.
Candidates must take note to verify the information provided in their scorecards with scrutiny they can then approach the CBSE in cases of discrepancies.
CBSE 12 Result 2025: Alternate way to download your scorecard
Students who are unable to access the CBSE result website provided above due to the site crashing due to high traffic can also view and download their final marksheet from DigiLocker, which the government will also provide the CBSE 2025 results for students on the UMANG too.
How to check CBSE Board 12th Result 2025 on DigiLocker
How to check results from DigiLocker for CBSE Class xx: In your web browser, launch digilocker.gov.in. Log in with your credentials or create a new account, if first-time users. Click on the CBSE Results, either under "Education" or under the "Results" tab. Give requisite credentials like roll number and school number and submit. The results will be shown on the screen once you've completed the procedure.
Ways to check CBSE board results 2025 using UMANG App
Download and install the UMANG app on your phone and sign in with your registered mobile number. Select the option for *CBSE Class XX results* from the options on the home screen. Enter your roll number and other details to submit. Your scorecard will appear on your screen.
How to Qualify for CBSE Class 12 Result 2025 and What Next?
Candidates must qualify for the minimum pass percentage laid down by CBSE to qualify for the CBSE Board Class 12 results. It also specifies that the candidate should secure a minimum of 33 in each subject and on aggregate; it should not be less than 33. Some subjects may have some other practical or internal assessment requirements.
CBSE board supplementary exams can be conducted for candidates who fail to fulfill minimum requirements, as per provisions of the board.
Students who were successful can now move on to the next step in their academic or professional journeys. Candidates who were not successful have to apply to sit for the CBSE Board Supplementary Exams before the deadline ends. It is advisable for candidates to continue monitoring the official websites for future announcements.
Key Highlights at a Glance:
- Total Registered Candidates: 17,04,367
- Total Appeared: 16,92,794
- Total Passed: 14,96,307
- Overall Pass Percentage: 88.39%
- Girls' Pass Percentage: 91.52%
- Boys' Pass Percentage: 85.12%
- Top Region: Vijayawada (99.60%)
- Lowest Performing Region: Prayagraj (79.53%)
- >90% Scorers: 1.11 lakh
- >95% Scorers: 24,867
- CWSN Pass %: 93.15%
The examinations took place between February 15 and April 4 across several centres in India and around 44 lakh students took part in them. The CBSE Board Class 12 results last year were declared on May 13 and this year the results have also been released online according to the established trends.
Khushi Shekhawat, who hails from Sikar in Rajasthan, secured the All India second rank. She scored 499 marks out of 500. Her family and relatives expressed happiness over her result.
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