CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 has been officially declared. This is the first year CBSE conducted two board examinations for Class 10 students — the first in February-March and the second in May-June. If your child appeared for the second board exam, here is how to check the result and what to do next.
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026: Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Result Date | June 30, 2026 |
| Official Websites | cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in |
| Pass Percentage (Second Board) | 72.4% |
| Total Students Appeared | ~2.8 lakh students |
| Best of Two Policy | Higher marks from either exam considered |
How to Check CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result
Method 1 — Official Website: Visit results.cbse.nic.in, click on "Secondary School Examination (Class X) Results 2026 — Second Board", enter Roll Number, School Number, Admit Card ID, and Date of Birth.
Method 2 — DigiLocker: Visit digilocker.gov.in, login with Aadhaar-linked credentials, go to "Education" section and download your digital marksheet.
Method 3 — SMS: Type CBSE10 [Roll Number] [School Number] and send to 7738299899.
Understanding the "Best of Two" Policy
CBSE's new dual-exam system is a game-changer. The First Board Exam (February-March 2026) covers the full syllabus. The Second Board Exam (May-June 2026) lets students improve their score. CBSE considers the higher marks from either attempt for each subject.
Class 11 Stream Selection Guide
| Stream | Minimum Marks | Career Options |
|---|---|---|
| Science (PCM) | 75%+ in Maths & Science | Engineering, Architecture, Research |
| Science (PCB) | 75%+ in Science | Medical, Pharmacy, Biotechnology |
| Commerce | 60%+ aggregate | CA, MBA, Banking, Finance |
| Arts/Humanities | 50%+ aggregate | Civil Services, Law, Journalism, Design |
Admission Open at JGPS
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August 2026 Update
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Results 2026 were declared on June 30, 2026. The pass percentage for the second attempt is 72.4%, higher than the first attempt's 68.2%. CBSE has released post-result facilities including re-evaluation and compartment exam registration. The last date for re-evaluation is August 15, 2026. Source: CBSE Results Portal (August 2026).
