Karnataka PUC 2025 Results: Girls Outshine Boys, Pass Percentage Dips to 73.45%

The Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam results for 2025 were declared on April 8, 2025, by the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB). This year’s results reflect a noticeable dip in the overall pass percentage, which stands at 73.45%, a decline from the previous year’s 81.15%. Despite the drop, the results showcase significant achievements across the Science, Arts, and Commerce streams, with girls outperforming boys in all categories, continuing a trend seen in past years.

Pass Percentage

The overall pass percentage of 73.45% was recorded from a total of 6,37,405 students who appeared for the exams across all streams. Out of these, 4,68,439 students successfully passed. Breaking it down by stream:

• Science: 82.45% (2,80,933 appeared; 2,31,461 passed)
• Commerce: 76.07% (2,03,429 appeared; 1,55,425 passed)
• Arts: 53.29% (1,53,043 appeared; 81,553 passed)
  The Science stream recorded the highest pass percentage, while Arts had the lowest, aligning with historical performance patterns.

Toppers in Science, Arts, and Commerce

The KSEAB announced the toppers for each stream alongside the results:

• Science: Amulya Kamath topped the Science stream with an outstanding performance, though exact marks are not specified in early reports. Her achievement highlights the competitive excellence in this stream.
• Arts: Sanjana Bai secured the top rank in the Arts stream, demonstrating remarkable prowess among the 1,53,043 candidates who appeared.
• Commerce: Deepashree emerged as the Commerce stream topper, leading the 2,03,429 students who took the exam.

Boys vs. Girls Performance

Girls outperformed boys across all streams, reinforcing their consistent edge in Karnataka’s PUC examinations. While specific gender-wise pass percentages for 2025 are not fully detailed yet, last year’s data showed girls at 80.25% and boys at 69.05%. Posts on X and early reports suggest this gap persisted in 2025, with girls excelling in both pass rates and top ranks. Out of the 7,13,862 students who registered (3,35,468 boys, 3,78,389 girls, and 5 transgender students), girls’ superior performance is a key highlight.

Other Important Statistics

• District Performance: Udupi district claimed the top spot with the highest pass percentage, while Yadgir ranked last, reflecting regional disparities in educational outcomes.
• Total Candidates: A total of 7,13,862 students registered for the exams held between March 1 and March 19, 2025, with 6,37,405 appearing across all streams.
• Urban vs. Rural Divide: Urban areas outperformed rural ones, with a pass percentage of 74.55% (5,03,900 appeared; 3,75,188 passed) compared to 69.33% in rural areas (1,34,505 appeared; 93,251 passed).
• Distinction Achievers: Around 1,53,370 students scored 85% and above, earning distinction, a testament to the high achievers in this cohort.

The 2025 results mark a significant moment as the Karnataka Board navigates a shift from the supplementary exam system to a three-exam annual cycle, offering students multiple opportunities to improve their scores. While the dip in pass percentage raises questions about academic challenges faced this year, the standout performances of toppers like Amulya Kamath, Sanjana Bai, and Deepashree, alongside girls’ dominance, underscore the resilience and talent within the student community. Further details, including exact marks of toppers and additional breakdowns, are expected as the board releases comprehensive statistics in the coming days.