Jammu, January 14, 2026 : The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) on Wednesday declared the results of the Annual Class 10th Regular Examination, registering an impressive overall pass percentage of 85.03 per cent, officials said.
According to official figures, 94,845 students appeared in the examination, out of which 80,650 candidates successfully qualified.
A senior JKBOSE official said the pass percentage recorded this year is the highest in recent years, marking a notable improvement in academic outcomes across the Union Territory.
“Last year, the overall pass percentage for the Class 10 examination stood at around 79 per cent,” the official said, adding that the upward trend highlights sustained efforts by students, teachers and educational institutions.
The official further said that in the previous academic year, 1,45,671 students appeared for the examination, with 1,16,453 students declared successful, while the 2023 pass percentage hovered close to 80 per cent.
Education authorities attributed the consistent improvement in results to better academic planning, focused teaching methods and enhanced student engagement.
“The steady rise in pass percentage reflects improved learning outcomes and collective efforts of the education ecosystem,” the official added.
