In CBSE exams, Class 10 students are required to secure 33% marks to pass by combining marks of both theory and internal assessment. On the other hand, candidates from Class 12 are required to secure 33% marks separately in theory and practical papers.
The board examinations for 2025 were held from February 15 to March 18. (Image: AI generated)The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to announce an update on the date and time to release Class 10th, Class 12th marksheets soon. Over 44 lakh students across the country are currently awaiting their CBSE Class 10 and 12 results. Students will be able to check and download their scores from the official websites – cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in, cbseresults.nic.in and cbseservices.digilocker.gov.in. Last year, the CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 results were declared on May 13.
CBSE Results 2025: Here’s what we know so far
In CBSE examinations, grace mark(s) may be offered if students miss the passing criteria by a mark or so. Class 10 students are required to secure 33 per cent marks to pass by combining marks of both theory and internal assessment. On the other hand, Class 12 candidates are required to secure 33 per cent marks separately in theory and practical papers.
In the previous academic year, CBSE announced the results on May 13. The overall pass percentage for Class 12 stood at 87.98%, while Class 10 achieved a pass rate of 93.60%, marking a 0.48% improvement over the year before.
The CBSE 2025 result for Classes 10 and 12, when announced, can be checked at cbseresults.nic.in, cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in, results.digilocker.gov.in, and the UMANG app.
The board examinations for 2025 were held from February 15 to March 18.
For mark re-evaluation, students will have to first apply for a photocopy of their evaluated answer book before proceeding to the next steps — verification of marks or re-evaluation. This replaces the previous system, where verification of marks came first, followed by obtaining the photocopy, and then re-evaluation. The changes were made to promote transparency.
Step 1: Go to DigiLocker’s official website – digilocker.gov.in.
Step 2: Log in with your existing credentials or sign up for a new account if you don’t already have one.
Step 3: Navigate to the CBSE Results section, usually located under the “Education” or “Results” tab.
Step 4: Enter your CBSE roll number, school number, and other required details as per the instructions provided.
Step 5: After entering the details, you should be able to access your Class 10 or Class 12 results.
If a candidate who appeared for CBSE secures 33 per cent marks, the student will be declared pass. If any student is not able to achieve 33 per cent marks and miss out by 01 marks or so, decision may be taken to award the grace mark(s).
Year CBSE Results dates
2024 May 13
2023 May 12
2022 July 22 (pandemic year)
2021 August 3 (pandemic year)
2020 July 13
2019 May 6
In CBSE examinations, class 10 students are required to secure 33% marks to pass by combining marks of both theory and internal assessment. Class 12 students are required to secure 33% marks separately in theory and practicals. If a student fails to meet this criteria by 01 marks or so, the grace mark(s) may be awarded.
Candidates who have appeared for CBSE exam 2025 can also check their results through official platforms, including cbseresults.nic.in, cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in, results.digilocker.gov.in, and the UMANG app.
Students will need to insert their roll number, date of birth, and admit card ID to view and download their CBSE Class 10 or CBSE Class 12 results.
CBSE exam results can be accessed through Interactive Voice Response System (IVRS). To check CBSE results via voice system, candidates need to dial the number, 24300699, along with the code of their area preceding the given number. Students must note that the scorecard will be provisional and the original can only be collected from their respective schools.
The CBSE board Class 10 and 12 marksheet will include details such as name of the student, total subject-wise marks, theory marks, practical marks, qualifying status (pass or fail) and more. Students have to note that the original marksheet can be collected only from their respective schools.
This year, 24.12 lakh CBSE Class 10 students attended exams in 84 subject, and 17.88 lakh Class 12 students took exams across 120 subjects, bringing the tally to 42 lakh.
Class 10 and 12 CBSE exam candidates can view their results on DigiLocker. To view your results on DigiLocker you will need an account. Go to the official DigiLocker website (digilocker.gov.in), and log in with your existing credentials or sign up for a new account. Navigate to the CBSE Results section, which could be found under the “Education” or “Results” tab. To view your results, you would need your CBSE roll number, school number, and other required details as instructed.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has shared student wise DigiLocker access code with respective schools. Through DigiLocker access code, students will be able to check their Class 10th, 12th results. Students can ask their schools to share the same.
Students will be able to check and download their scores from the official websites – cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in, cbseresults.nic.in and cbseservices.digilocker.gov.in.
In CBSE examinations, grace mark(s) may be offered if students miss the passing criteria by a mark or so. Class 10 students are required to secure 33 per cent marks to pass by combining marks of both theory and internal assessment. On the other hand, Class 12 candidates are required to secure 33 per cent marks separately in theory and practical papers.
In the previous academic year, CBSE announced the results on May 13. The overall pass percentage for Class 12 stood at 87.98%, while Class 10 achieved a pass rate of 93.60%, marking a 0.48% improvement over the year before.
CBSE will likely update on date and time this week likely at official websites
CBSE has revised the sequence of activities for students seeking grievance redressal for CBSE Class 10 and 12 examination results to improve transparency and fairness in the post-result process. According to the new guidelines released by the board, students will have to now first apply for a photocopy of their evaluated answer book before proceeding to the next steps — verification of marks or re-evaluation. This replaces the previous system, where verification of marks came first, followed by obtaining the photocopy and then re-evaluation.
2024 — May 13
2023 — May 12
2022 — July 22 (pandemic year)
2021 — August 3 (pandemic year)
2020 — July 13
2019 — May 6
Years - Class 10 - Class 12
2024 - 93.60% - 87.98%
2023 - 93.12% - 87.33%
2022 - 94.40% - 92.71%
2021 - 99.04% - 99.37%
2020 - 91.46% - 88.78%
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has addressed a letter dated May 2, 2025, which has been widely circulated on social media, clarifying that the notice is fake and was not released by any authorised board official. According to CBSE, no official statement has been made yet regarding the Class 10 and 12 results for 2025.
This year, over 44 lakh students appeared for the CBSE exams, held between February 15 and March 18.
The board examinations for 2025 were held from February 15 to March 18.
CBSE generally follows step-marking in mathematics papers.
If you don’t get the final answer to a math question, you can still earn partial marks for:
- Correct use of formulas
- Correct method
- Mentioning the desired steps
Showing the steps clearly is important. If you write the formula and attempt the subsequent steps (even if you make mistakes in calculation), you could earn partial credit. However, just writing the formula will not to earn marks.
Students must note that the CBSE scorecards released online will be provisional. Candidates of CBSE Class 10, 12 exam are required to collect the original mark sheet from their respective schools.
In CBSE exams, Class 10 students are required to secure 33% marks to pass by combining marks of both theory and internal assessment. On the other hand, candidates from Class 12 are required to secure 33% marks separately in theory and practical papers.
Year -- Results dates
2024 -- May 13
2023 -- May 12
2022 -- July 22 (pandemic year)
2021 -- August 3 (pandemic year)
2020 -- July 13
2019 -- May 6
Step 1: Go to the DigiLocker official website – digilocker.gov.in.
Step 2: Log in with your existing credentials or sign up for a new account if you don’t have one.
Step 3: Navigate to the CBSE Results section, located under the “Education” or “Results” tab.
Step 4: Enter your CBSE roll number, school number, and other required details as instructed.
Step 5: After entering the necessary information, you should be able to access your Class 10 or Class 12 results.
Pass percentages in CBSE exams have shown a gradual declined in the post pandemic years.
Class 10 showed a drop from 94.40% in 2022 to 93.60% in 2024. The Class 12 exams witnessed a sharper drop from 92.71% to 87.98% in the same period.
The CBSE 2025 result for Classes 10 and 12, when announced, can be checked at cbseresults.nic.in, cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in, results.digilocker.gov.in, and the UMANG app.
Maharashtra school education minister Dada Bhuse said the CBSE curriculum will be implemented for Class 1 from 2025 and cover all the classes till 12th in 2028.
The Class 10 and 12 results can also be checked through Interactive Voice Response System (IVRS). To check CBSE results via voice system, students need to dial the number, 24300699, along with the code of their area preceding the given number.
If a candidate who appeared for CBSE secures 33 per cent marks, the student will be declared pass. If any student is not able to achieve 33 per cent marks and miss out by 01 marks or so, decision may be taken to award the grace mark(s).
For this year's CBSE exam, 24.12 lakh Class 10 students took exams across 84 subjects, while 17.88 lakh students registered for Class 12 exams across 120 subjects.
Years Pass percentage
2024 -- 87.98%
2023 -- 87.33%
2022 -- 92.71%
2021 -- 99.37%
2020 -- 88.78%
Years -- Pass percentage
2024 -- 93.60%
2023 -- 93.12%
2022 -- 94.40%
2021 -- 99.04%
2020 -- 91.46%
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has revised the sequence of activities for students seeking grievance redressal for CBSE Class 10 and 12 examination results. The new sequence of application now first involves obtaining the photocopy of evaluated answer book, then verification of marks or re-evaluation or both.
This year, over 44 lakh students from Class 10 and 12 appeared for the CBSE exams, held between February 15 and March 18, 2025 and are currently waiting for their results.
The board examinations for 2025 were held from February 15 to March 18.
The CBSE board Class 10 and 12 marksheet will include details such as name of the student, total subject-wise marks, theory marks, practical marks, qualifying status (pass or fail) and more. Students must note that the scorecard will be provisional, hence, the students are required to collect the original mark sheet from their schools.
In 2025, over 44 lakh students appeared for the CBSE Class 10 and 12 exams, held between February 15 and March 18, 2025—are currently awaiting their results. Despite multiple rumors suggesting a May 2 declaration, CBSE has dismissed such claims and reiterated that no confirmed date has been set yet.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has addressed a letter dated May 2, 2025, which has been widely circulated on social media. The Board clarified that the notice is fake and was not released by any authorised CBSE official.
According to CBSE, no official statement has been made yet regarding the Class 10 and 12 results for 2025. The Board urged students, parents, and stakeholders to stay alert and avoid reacting to unverified information being shared online.
The CBSE board Class 10 and 12 marksheet will include details such as name of the student, total subject-wise marks, theory marks, practical marks, qualifying status (pass or fail) and more. Students must note that the scorecard will be provisional, hence, the students are required to collect the original mark sheet from their schools.
The Class 10 and 12 results can also be checked through Interactive Voice Response System (IVRS). To check CBSE results via voice system, students need to dial the number, 24300699, along with the code of their area preceding the given number.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has addressed a letter dated May 2, 2025, which has been widely circulated on social media. The Board clarified that the notice is fake and was not released by any authorised CBSE official.
According to CBSE, no official statement has been made yet regarding the Class 10 and 12 results for 2025. The Board urged students, parents, and stakeholders to stay alert and avoid reacting to unverified information being shared online. Read
2024: May 13
2023: May 12
2022: July 22
2021: August 3
2020: July 15
Step 1: Go to the official DigiLocker website – digilocker.gov.in.
Step 2: Log in with your existing credentials or sign up for a new account if you don’t have one.
Step 3: Navigate to the CBSE Results section, usually located under the “Education” or “Results” tab.
Step 4: Enter your CBSE roll number, school number, and other required details as instructed.
Step 5: After entering the necessary information, you should be able to access your Class 10 or Class 12 results.
Step 1: You need to Download the UMANG App.
Step 2: Create an account and login with your registered number.
Step 3: Click on the link to check CBSE Class 10/12 result 2025.
Step 4: Enter your details like roll number and submit.
Step 5: Check your result displayed on the screen.
The Class 10 and 12 results can also be checked through Interactive Voice Response System (IVRS). To check CBSE results via voice system, students need to dial the number, 24300699, along with the code of their area preceding the given number.
The CBSE board Class 10 and 12 marksheet will include details such as name of the student, total subject-wise marks, theory marks, practical marks, qualifying status (pass or fail) and more. Students must note that the scorecard will be provisional, hence, the students are required to collect the original mark sheet from their schools.
The board examinations for 2025 were held from February 15 to March 18.
Students will be able to check and download their scores from the official websites – cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in, cbseresults.nic.in and cbseservices.digilocker.gov.in.

CBSE Board 10th, 12th Result 2025 Live Updates: When will Board announce date, time to release Inter, Matric marksheets? (Image AI generated)
The CBSE board Class 10 and 12 marksheet will include details such as name of the student, total subject-wise marks, theory marks, practical marks, qualifying status (pass or fail) and more. Students must note that the scorecard will be provisional, hence, the students are required to collect the original mark sheet from their schools. The CBSE board Class 10 exams were held from February 15 to March 18, 2025. This year, 24.12 lakh CBSE Class 10 students took exams in 84 subjects.