CBSE Class 10 session-1 results 2026 out LIVE:Steps to check scores via websites, DigiLocker and UMANG app

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared the Class 10 Session-1 results 2026. This year CBSE conducted Class 10 exams under a two board system. Students failing in two subjects can appear for the second attempt under the compartment category while those failing in three or more subjects will have to reappear in 2027. The exams were conducted across more than 8,075 centres in 83 subjects. Direct link to check results Merit list will not be released CBSE does not release a merit list. No toppers are declared in the results. The board also instructs schools and educational institutions not to declare any student as a school or district topper. Official websites to check CBSE results Session-2 exams scheduled from 15 May The Session-2 Class 10 exams are for students who want to improve their marks. Students will get an opportunity to improve their performance in up to three subjects. Students who fail in up to two subjects will be placed in the compartment category and can appear for the second exam. However, those who fail in three or more subjects will have to appear for the main exam in 2027. Over 25 lakh students appeared for Class 10 exams More than 25 lakh students appeared for the CBSE Class 10 Session-1 exam this year. The board will release the results for Classes 10 and 12 separately. However, there has been no official clarification on the exact release schedule so far. How to check Results on the UMANG App How to check CBSE Result 2026 on DigiLocker Students without an APAAR ID can create a DigiLocker account by following these steps: Step 1: Visit cbseservices.digilocker.gov.in/activatecbse
Step 2: Click on “Get Started”
Step 3: Enter your details and the access code provided by your school
Step 4: Verify your mobile number via OTP Students with an APAAR ID linked to CBSE will receive their marksheets directly in the DigiLocker “Issued Documents” section after the results are declared. Now let’s go through a few questions whose answers are important to know. Q. When will the rule of conducting exams twice be implemented?
A. The rule will be implemented from the 2025–26 academic session. From 2026 onwards, board exams will be held twice a year. Q. Will it be mandatory to take the exam both times?
A. No. Students can choose to appear once, appear in both exams, or reappear in specific subjects in the second exam to improve their marks. Q. If the exam is taken twice, how will the result be determined?
A. The better score will be considered final. If marks drop in the second attempt, the first attempt marks will be retained. Q. Will half the syllabus be covered in each exam?
A. No. Both exams will be based on the full syllabus and follow the same format. Q. Will there be a supplementary exam after the two exams?
A. No. The supplementary exam system for Class 10 will be discontinued under this model. Q. Will exam centres be different for both exams?
A. No. The exam centre will remain the same for both attempts. Q. Will separate registration be required? Will the fee be charged twice?
A. Registration will be done only once. However, if a student chooses to appear in both exams, the fee will be charged accordingly. Q. Will practical exams also be held twice?
A. No. Practical and internal assessments will be conducted only once, likely between December and January. ​