The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) officially released the West Bengal Class 12 Result on May 14, 2026, at 11AM on their official website. Among the highlights of this year’s results was the near-perfect performance of the Science stream; out of the 1,11,288 students who appeared, 1,10,383 successfully cleared the exams, falling short of a perfect 100% pass rate by less than one percentage point.
The data further reveals a continued trend of excellence among female candidates, who outperformed their male counterparts, with a pass percentage of 92.47% compared to 89.79%.
Paul leads an elite group of 64 students who made it into the top 10 rankings this year – a list that includes second-place holders Jishnu Kundu and Ritoproto Nath, followed by five students tied for the third position with 494 marks.
Students can now access their scorecards on the official board website using their roll numbers.
Latest Update – Students can check their West Bengal Class 12 Result 2026 by CLICKING HERE
Stream-Wise Performance: Science and Commerce Lead the Way
While the state-wide average was high, performance varied across academic streams. The Commerce stream posted a robust pass percentage of 93.67%, with 35,285 out of 37,671 candidates successfully clearing the exams.
Meanwhile, the Arts stream – the largest category by student volume—registered the lowest pass percentage among the three major streams at 89.19%. Of the 4,77,299 students who appeared for the Arts examinations, 4,25,687 were declared successful.
Grade Distribution: Science Students Dominate Top Brackets
A deeper dive into the grade distribution highlights the academic dominance of the Science stream, particularly in the elite scoring brackets. Science candidates significantly outpaced other streams in the A++, A+, and A categories:
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A++ Grade: A total of 3,678 Science students achieved the highest possible grade.
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A+ Grade: Over 25,000 students secured A+ marks.
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A Grade: The stream produced nearly 50,000 A-grade scorers.
The combined performance across all streams culminated in an overall pass percentage of 91.23% for the WBCHSE Higher Secondary Examination 2026. This year’s results reflect not only a high volume of successful candidates but also a significant concentration of high achievers in technical and scientific subjects.
WBCHSE Merit List 2026: Adrito Paul Secures Top Rank
The board has released a comprehensive merit list featuring 64 students in the top 10 positions, a testament to the high academic standards maintained this year. Of these elite performers, 56 are boys, and 8 are girls.
Adrito Paul from Narendrapur Ramkrishna Mission has emerged as the state topper, securing the first rank with an extraordinary score of 496 out of 500 (99.2%).
The second and third ranks saw multiple students sharing the honours:
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Rank 2 (495 marks | 99%): Shared by Jishnu Kundu and Ritoproto Nath.
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Rank 3 (494 marks | 98.8%): Five students jointly claimed the third spot—Debapriya Majhi, Tonmoy Mandal, Soumya Roy, Shubhayun Mondol, and Pritam Ballabh.
District-Wise Highlights
Geographically, Purba Medinipur emerged as the best-performing district with a staggering pass rate of 95.74%, followed closely by South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas. The capital, Kolkata, also maintained a strong presence in the merit list, with four students ranking in the top 10.
West Bengal Class 12 Result – Important Dates
| Events | Date |
| Exam Dates | February 12 to February 27, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | May 14, 2026 |
WBBSE Class 10 Result 2026 – Important Links
| Particulars | Links |
| Official WBCHSE Board Website | wbresults.nic.in |
| Main Result Portal | wbchse.wb.gov.in |
West Bengal Class 12 Result – How to Check Results Online
West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education has officially announced the West Bengal Class 12 Result 2026. Students can check and download their digital scorecards by following the steps mentioned below:
Step 1 – Visit official portal – wbresults.nic.in.
Step 2 – Select result link: ‘West Bengal Higher Secondary Examination Results 2026.’
Step 3 – Enter credentials: your roll number and registration number as printed on your admit card.
Step 5 – Save the PDF or take a printout of the provisional marksheet for admission purposes.
Check Result via SMS
In case of high server traffic, you can receive your marks directly on your mobile phone: format: type (WB12 <space> Your Roll Number) and send to: 5676750 or 58888
Check Result via Digilocker
Step 1 – Visit the official digilocker website or open the digilocker app.
Step 2 – Log in using your registered mobile number or Aadhaar details.
Step 4 – Search for and select West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE).
Step 5 – Click on “WBCHSE HS Marksheet 2026” from the available options.
Step 6 – Enter your roll number and other required credentials.
Step 7 – Your WB HS marksheet will appear on the screen.
Step 8 – Download and save the marksheet for future reference.
West Bengal Class 12 Result 2026 : FAQs
When will the West Bengal HS Result 2026 be declared?
The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education officially declared the West Bengal Class 12 Result 2026 in May (first or second week). The exact date and time will be confirmed on the official website.
Where can I check my West Bengal HS Result 2026 online?
You can check their WB HS Result 2026 on the official result portal – wbresults.nic.in by entering their roll number and registration number.
How can I check WB Class 12 Result 2026 via SMS?
You can check their result via SMS by typing: WB12 <space> roll number and sending it to 5676750 or 58888. The result will be delivered to their mobile phone.
What if I fail in one or two subjects in WB HS Result 2026?
If you fail in one or two subjects then you will be eligible to appear for compartment exams, giving another chance to pass without losing an academic year.
Is the online WB HS Result 2026 marksheet valid for admission?
Yes, the online marksheet can be used for temporary admission purposes, but students must submit the original documents later when issued by the board.