CBSE 12th Result: Release Date, Time, and Link (cbse.gov.in): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is likely to release the Class 12 results for 2026 during the third week of May. The lakhs of students who are eagerly awaiting these results should keep their admit cards ready so that they can easily check their scorecards as soon as the results are published. Once released, students will be able to view their results on the official website as well as on digital platforms such as DigiLocker and UMANG. The CBSE conducted the Class 12 examinations from February 17 to April 10.
According to CBSE regulations, a minimum of 33% marks in each subject is required to pass Class 12. Under the grading system, grades ranging from A to D are considered a pass, whereas an 'E' grade signifies a failure. Therefore, it is mandatory to secure a grade higher than 'E' in all subjects; otherwise, the student will be required to appear for a compartment examination or a re-examination.
CBSE 12th Result 2026: When will the Class 12 results be released?
CBSE has categorically refuted claims regarding technical glitches in the OSM (Online System of Marking) and has affirmed that the system is functioning correctly. Furthermore, the Board has informed that the Class 12 results are expected to be released during the third week of May.
When were the results released last year?
Last year, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) released the Class 12 results on May 13, 2025. The overall pass percentage for that academic year stood at 88.39%.
6 Ways to Check Your Results
Via the official website
Via DigiLocker
Via the UMANG App
Via SMS
Via IVRS
Via the SMS Organizer App
How to Check Your Results
Once the results are released, students can check them on the official websites: cbse.gov.in and results.cbse.nic.in. Additionally, students can easily access their results and digital mark sheets through the DigiLocker and UMANG apps.
Will the Results Be Released on April 30?
Several media reports claim that the CBSE Board may release the Class 12 results on April 30. However, the Board has not yet made an official announcement regarding the exact date and time of the release of the results.
When Were the Exams Held?
Students can check their results online by entering their roll number and date of birth, and they can also download their digital mark sheets. This year, the Class 12 Board examinations were conducted between February 17 and April 10, 2026.
Passing Criteria: Required Marks
According to CBSE regulations, to pass Class 12, students are required to secure a minimum of 33% marks separately in both the theory and practical components of each subject. If a student scores less than 33% in either of these components, they are considered to have failed that subject; therefore, securing the minimum required marks in both parts is mandatory to pass.
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