CBSE Class 10 Compartment Results Out: Only 48.68% Students Pass
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday announced the results of the Class 10 Compartment Examination 2025. According to official data released by the board, only 48.68% of students who appeared for the exam managed to pass, marking a significant drop in performance compared to the main board exams conducted earlier this year.
The compartment exam offers a second chance for students who failed to secure the minimum passing marks in one or more subjects in the CBSE Class 10 board examination. This year’s compartment exams were held in July, and results were declared on August 5 via the official CBSE website — cbseresults.nic.in and cbse.gov.in.
Pass Percentage Shows Decline
Out of the 1,27,627 students who appeared for the Class 10 compartment exam, only 62,132 students cleared it, leading to a pass percentage of 48.68%. This is a noticeable decline when compared to the regular Class 10 board examination pass rate of 93.60% recorded earlier this year.
The sharp contrast has raised concerns among educationists and parents alike, with many pointing toward the lack of preparation time and the psychological pressure faced by students attempting to improve their results in a limited window.
Gender-Wise and School-Wise Performance
While the detailed breakdown is still awaited, initial reports indicate that girls once again outperformed boys, continuing a trend seen in regular board results. However, the gap in performance was not as wide as previous years.
Among different categories of schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) recorded better performance compared to private schools. Government schools also reported a relatively moderate success rate, though they struggled to match the numbers posted by centrally-run institutions.
How to Check the Results
Students who appeared for the compartment examination can check their results by following these steps:
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Visit the official website: cbseresults.nic.in or cbse.gov.in
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Click on the link that says “CBSE Class 10 Compartment Result 2025”
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Enter your roll number, school number, and admit card ID as mentioned on your admit card
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Submit the details to view your result
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Download and save the result for future reference
The digital mark sheet is also available via DigiLocker, where students can log in using their Aadhaar-linked mobile numbers.
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What’s Next for Students?
For students who cleared the exam, the results bring relief and allow them to move ahead with admissions into higher secondary or vocational courses. However, for those who didn’t pass, the options include reappearing next year, opting for NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling), or exploring skill-based education pathways.
Many schools and education counselors are now advising students and parents to remain calm and explore alternative options if the result was not favorable. “The compartment result is not the end of the road. There are several routes to continue academic and personal growth,” said Renu Mehra, a Delhi-based career counselor.
CBSE’s Appeal to Schools
CBSE has urged schools to provide additional support and academic counseling to students who did not clear the exam. The board has also recommended remedial classes and psychological guidance sessions to help students overcome the stress and stigma associated with compartment results.
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In a statement, CBSE reiterated its commitment to “ensuring that no student is left behind” and said it is working on improving the compartment system to make it more student-friendly and supportive in the coming years.
As lakhs of students now look to reset and realign their academic journey, the Class 10 compartment result serves as both a reflection of academic pressures and a reminder of the need for systemic support in handling academic setbacks.
