The CBSE Board 2025 results for Class 10 and 12 are almost here, exciting over 44 lakh students across India! The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has finished exams and is wrapping up evaluations. Expect results in early May 2025. This article tells you when and how to check your scores, what to expect, and next steps, all in simple English.
Result Date and Timeline
CBSE is likely to announce Class 10 and 12 results between May 7 and May 12, 2025, based on last year’s pattern (May 13, 2024). Class 10 exams ran from February 15 to March 18, and Class 12 exams ended on April 4. Evaluations are nearly done, so keep your roll number, school number, and admit card ID ready. Visit cbse.gov.in or results.cbse.nic.in for the latest updates, as no exact date is confirmed yet.
How to Check Your Results
- Go to cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in, or cbseresults.nic.in.
- Use DigiLocker or UMANG apps for digital marksheets.
- Send an SMS with your roll number to 7738299899 (confirm number on official sites).
- Call CBSE’s toll-free IVRS line (number shared after results).
Enter your roll number, date of birth, school number, and admit card ID to view scores. Digital marksheets are temporary; collect physical ones from your school later. Save or screenshot your results for records.
What to Expect
- Students: ~24.12 lakh (Class 10), ~17.88 lakh (Class 12).
- Pass Rates (2024): 93.60% (Class 10 Dittywap for free and available for you to read, download or stream in multiple formats: mp3, m4a, flac and more!
- Exams Held: 7,842 centers, 84 subjects (Class 10), 120 subjects (Class 12).
Papers were easy to moderate, so pass percentages may hit 94% (Class 10) and 89% (Class 12). Girls often score higher than boys, and regions like Trivandrum may top again. CBSE won’t name toppers to reduce pressure but will give merit certificates to the top 0.1%.
After Results
Failed one or two subjects? Compartment exams are in July 2025. Want a recheck? Apply online within two weeks (₹500 for mark verification, ₹700 for answer sheet copy). Use results to plan your next steps—Class 10 students pick streams, and Class 12 students apply for colleges. Stay calm and check only official sources to avoid fake news.
| Details | Class 10 | Class 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Students Appeared | ~24.12 lakh | ~17.88 lakh |
| Exam Dates | Feb 15–Mar 18, 2025 | Feb 15–Apr 4, 2025 |
| Expected Result Date | May 7–12, 2025 | May 7–12, 2025 |
| Pass Percentage (2024) | 93.60% | 87.98% |
| Minimum Passing Marks | 33% per subject | 33% per subject |