The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced that the overall pass percentage for Class 10 students in the second board examination rose to 96.78%, up from 93.66% in 2025.A total of 59.95% students improved their scores compared to the main exam, with 308,095 students clearing the compartment category exams.The second examination, held between May 15 and 21, allowed eligible students to enhance their performance in up to three subjects.

CBSE controller Sanyam Bhardwaj stated that the better of the two results would be considered for final grading under the NEP 2020's two-board system.The main exam pass rate was 93.70%, with 664,027 students registered and 663,777 appearing for the second test.Students can access results via DigiLocker, while schools will issue printed certificates.