CBSE Class 12th result 2025: Regional trend, gender-wise pass percentage and more

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the Class 12 results for 2025 on May 13, marking the culmination of exams held between February 15 and April 4. Out of 17.04 lakh registered students, 16.92 lakh appeared and approximately 14.96 lakh passed, setting this year’s overall pass percentage at 88.39%—a slight improvement over 2024. Girls once again outperformed boys, registering a pass rate of 91.64% compared to 85.70% among boys. Impressively, transgender candidates achieved a 100% pass rate, a dramatic rise from 50% the previous year.

A total of 1.11 lakh students scored above 90%, and nearly 25,000 surpassed the 95% mark. Among Children With Special Needs (CWSN), over 5,200 cleared the exam, with some achieving exceptional scores.

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CBSE Class 12th gender-wise pass percentage

Gender-wise performance in the 2025 CBSE Class 12 results revealed a continuing trend of girls outperforming boys. With a pass rate of 91.64%, girls surpassed boys, who achieved a pass rate of 85.70%. This 5.94% gap demonstrates the consistent academic excellence of female students in the board exams. Additionally, transgender candidates made remarkable progress, achieving a 100% pass rate, a significant leap from last year's 50%. This achievement highlights the increasing inclusivity and progress in educational access for all genders, marking an important milestone in the CBSE’s approach to gender equality in academics.

CBSE Class 12th Result 2025: Regional trends
The CBSE Class 12 results revealed notable disparities in regional performance, highlighting both academic excellence and areas that may benefit from greater academic support.

• Vijayawada emerged as the top-performing region with an impressive pass percentage of 99.60%, setting a new benchmark.
• Trivandrum followed closely at 99.32%, maintaining its reputation for consistent academic excellence.
• Chennai secured third place with a commendable 97.39% pass rate.
• Other metropolitan and urban centers also showcased strong outcomes:
• Bengaluru recorded 95.95%, while Delhi West and Delhi East achieved 95.37% and 95.06%, respectively.
• Regions such as Chandigarh (91.61%), Panchkula (91.17%), Pune (90.93%), and Ajmer (90.40%) demonstrated robust academic performances.

Regions with moderate success included:

• Bhubaneswar (83.64%)
• Guwahati (83.62%)
• Dehradun (83.45%)
• Patna (82.86%)
• Bhopal (82.46%)

On the lower end of the spectrum:

• Noida reported a pass percentage of 81.29%.
• Prayagraj registered the lowest pass rate among all regions at 79.53%, signaling the need for renewed academic interventions and student support in the area.

Notably, Noida reported a pass percentage of 81.29%, while Prayagraj recorded the lowest pass rate of 79.53%. This suggests the need for targeted academic interventions and student support in these regions.

The 2025 CBSE Class 12 results highlight significant strides in gender equality and inclusivity, alongside regional disparities that may require focused educational reforms. As the board looks ahead, the continued improvement in overall pass percentages and the exceptional performance of transgender candidates reflect the evolving landscape of education in India.