Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026 Live Updates: Students can download scorecards from karresults.nic.in (Screengrab from official website)
Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 1 Results 2026 Live Updates: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) will be releasing the KSEAB 2nd PUC (Class 12) results on April 9, the board confirmed. The KSEAB Class 12 PUC 2 results can be checked from 3 pm and the press conference to announce the result, toppers and district-wise results will be held at 6.15 pm. Once out, students can check their results on the official websites at kseab.karnataka.gov.in and karresults.nic.in, using their login credentials.
Earlier, the results were scheduled to be announced on April 7; however, they were deferred due to the model code of conduct placed in the state amid the bye-elections in Karnataka.
Story continues below this ad
This year, the Karnataka 2nd PUC exams 2026 were conducted from February 28 to March 17, 2026. A total of 7,10,363 students registered for the exams from 5,174 colleges across the state. This figure includes 6,46,801 first-time candidates, 50,540 repeaters, and 13,022 private candidates. The KSEAB set up 1,217 examination centres. Registration numbers by stream were: 2,92,645 in Science, 2,11,174 in Commerce, and 1,42,982 in Arts. For more information on Karnataka board results for PUC 2 exams, students can check IE Education portal.
On Monday, the Karnataka Board also announced that the minimum pass percentage has been reduced from 35% to 30%. Students need at least 30 marks in each subject (combining written and practical/internal scores) and an overall aggregate of 33% (198 out of 600) to pass the course.
The previous year’s PUC results were announced on April 8, 2025, with an overall pass percentage of 73.45%. Around 6.37 lakh students had appeared for the examination. Girls had outperformed boys with 77.8% of the 3.4 lakh female candidates passing, compared to 68.2% of the 2.9 lakh male students.
In 2024, the pass percentage of the regular students was recorded at 84.59%. 5,26,858 students, of the total 6,22,819 students appearing, had passed the Karnataka PUC 2 exam 1 in 2024. From the 36,007 repeaters, only 41.98% (15,116 students) had qualified. The overall pass percentage in the Karnataka PUC 2 result stood at 81.15% across all the streams.
Recently, the KSEAB was noted in the news due to a security concern involving the circulation of a fake PUC 2 question paper online in late February.
Live Updates
Apr 8, 2026 05:17 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026 Live Updates: Revaluation, rechecking
Students dissatisfied with their marks obtained in Karnataka board Class 12 PUC 2 result marks memo can apply for revaluation or rechecking. Alternatively, they can opt for Exam 2 or Exam 3 to improve their scores instead of relying solely on re-evaluation.
Apr 8, 2026 04:46 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026 Live Updates: Where can I check result?
Students will be able to download the Karnataka board Class 12 PUC 2 exam 1 result marks memo from karresults.nic.in, KarnatakaOne Mobile App and DigiLocker. The KSEAB Class 12 PUC 2 result details will be sent by the Board to the students’ registered mobile numbers through WhatsApp and SMS.
Apr 8, 2026 04:34 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026 Live Updates: 3-exam system
One of the most important aspects of the Karnataka board system is its three-exam structure, designed to reduce academic pressure and provide multiple opportunities.
– Exam 1 (main exam): Already conducted in February–March 2026
– Exam 2 (improvement exam): Scheduled in April- May
– Exam 3 (final attempt): Likely to be held between June and July
The exact dates will likely be announced during the KSEAB press release. Students who are not satisfied with their scores or fail in one or more subjects can reappear in Exam 2 or Exam 3 within the same academic year, without waiting for the next session. Students dissatisfied with their marks can apply for revaluation or rechecking. Alternatively, they can opt for Exam 2 or Exam 3 to improve their scores instead of relying solely on re-evaluation.
Apr 8, 2026 03:53 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026 Live Updates: Will there be a press conference?
Yes, the KSEAB will be conducting a press conference to declare the Class 12 PUC 2 result. The press conference will be held at around 6.15 pm.
Apr 8, 2026 03:34 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026 Live Updates: Date time out
KSEAB will release II PUC results on April 9 at 3 PM. Students will be able to check results at DigiLocker. The link to check and download the marks memo will be active at 3 pm.
Apr 8, 2026 03:01 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Live Updates: KSEAB Class 12th PUC 2 results also at DigiLocker
The Karnataka board Class 12 results can also be checked at DigiLocker.
Apr 8, 2026 02:09 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Live Updates: Is Karnataka board PUC 2 exam 2 and exam 3 dates out?
The Karnataka board Class 12 PUC exam 1 and exam 2 dates are not announced yet. The board is expected to announce the dates after the declaration of the result.
Apr 8, 2026 01:50 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Live Updates: Passing criteria
The Government has reduced passing criteria for students in Karnataka to pass Class 12. The minimum marks for Class 12 PUC 2 has been reduced from 35 per cent to 30 per cent.
Apr 8, 2026 01:01 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Live Updates: Will I be able to apply for scanned copies of answer scripts?
Yes, students will be able to apply for scanned copies of answer sheets after the result is declared. Last year, students were able to apply for scanned copies of answer scripts from April 9 to April 13. The window to download the scanned copies of answer scripts were made available between April 12 and April 16. Candidates who applied for scanned copies could also apply for revaluation and retotalling of Karnataka PUC 2 exam 1 results from April 12 to 17. The fee for scanned copies per subject was Rs 530 and the fee for revaluation per subject was Rs 1,670.
Apr 8, 2026 12:37 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Live Updates: How was the Karnataka board Class 12th result last year?
Last year, the overall average percentage of PU II stood at 73.45 percent across all streams – science, arts and commerce.
Apr 8, 2026 12:23 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Live Updates: Do we know any KSEAB Class 12th result time?
The KSEAB has not mentioned any timings when the Karnataka Class 12 PUC 2 results 2026 will be declared on the official website.
Apr 8, 2026 12:01 PM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Live Updates: Is the KSEAB PUC 2 result date confirmed?
Yes, the KSEAB PUC 2 result date is confirmed by the board. Students awaiting the Class 12th PUC 2 Karnataka board results will be able to check the result on April 9.
Apr 8, 2026 11:44 AM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Live Updates: What are the official websites to check Class 12th KSEAB results?
The Karnataka board Class 12th results will be available at these websites:
– kseab.karnataka.gov.in
– karresults.nic.in
– DigiLocker
Apr 8, 2026 11:33 AM IST
2nd PUC Result 2026 Karnataka Live Updates: Passing percentage reduced in Karnataka PUC 2
Students will now need to obtain at least 30 marks in each subject, including theory and internal assessments, along with an overall 33% aggregate (198 out of 600 marks) to pass. The move comes amid concerns over the state’s educational performance, with data from the All India Survey on Higher Education showing Karnataka ranked 15th nationally in 2021–22 with a Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) of 36.2%, notably lower than neighbouring states like Tamil Nadu (46.8%) and Puducherry (61%). The decision to lower the passing threshold comes against the backdrop of last year’s performance trends. In the previous year, the overall pass percentage stood at 73.45%, with approximately 6.37 lakh students appearing for the examination. Girls continued to outperform boys, with a pass percentage of 77.8% among 3.4 lakh female candidates, compared to 68.2% among 2.9 lakh male students. A similar divide was observed across regions, as urban students recorded a higher success rate of 74.55%, while rural students lagged at 69.33%.
Apr 8, 2026 11:29 AM IST
2nd PUC Result 2026 Karnataka Live Updates: Who will be declaring Class 12 Karnataka board result?
Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) president Prakash Nittali will likely be declaring the Class 12 PUC 2 exams 2026 results.
Apr 8, 2026 11:17 AM IST
2nd PUC Result 2026 Karnataka Live Updates: Exam dates this year
The Karnataka board PUC 2 exams started on February 28 and was over on March 17, 2026.
Apr 8, 2026 10:59 AM IST
2nd PUC Result 2026 Karnataka Live Updates: Pass percentage over the years
2025: 73.45 per cent
2024: 81.15 per cent
2023: 74.67 per cent
2022: 61.88 per cent
2021: 100 per cent
Apr 8, 2026 10:51 AM IST
2nd PUC Result 2026 Karnataka Live Updates: Will result be available at DigiLocker?
Yes, students can also check the Karnataka board Class 12 PUC 2 results at DigiLocker. To check the results at DigiLocker, students will have to follow these steps:
Step 1: Download the DigiLocker app on your mobile phone or visit the official website of DigiLocker – digilocker.gov.in.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Education and Learning’ tab under document categories
Step 3: Choose the board – Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) in this case
Step 4: Click the Class 12 Marksheet option
Step 5: Enter the PUC 2 roll number 2-26 and other required details for Karnataka Board 2nd PUC Result 2026 PDF download
Step 6: The Karnataka PUC 2 result 2026 will appear on the screen
Step 7: Download Karnataka board Class 12 PUC result
Apr 8, 2026 10:30 AM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026, karresults.nic.in Live Updates: When was result declared last year?
2025: April 8
2024: April 10
2023: April 21
2022: June 18
2021: September 20
2020: July 14
Apr 8, 2026 09:59 AM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026, karresults.nic.in Live Updates: How many students await karnataka board PUC 2 result?
As per Karnataka board data, 7,10,363 students registering for the Class 12 PUC exam this year now await the results. The 7.10 lakh students are from 5,174 PU colleges. The breakdown includes 2,92,645 science stream students, 2,11,174 commerce stream students, and 1,42,982 arts stream students.
Apr 8, 2026 09:46 AM IST
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026, karresults.nic.in Live Updates: When is Karnataka Class 12 PUC 2 result?
The PUC II Karnataka board 2026 result will be out on April 9. Earlier, it was supposed to be declared on April 7. The delay came at a time when the evaluation process was already completed, and students across Karnataka were anticipating the results. However, with elections underway, all government-related announcements, including examination results, had to adhere to strict guidelines to ensure neutrality and avoid influencing voters.
KSEAB PUC Results 2026 Live updates (Representative Image/AI)
Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026, karresults.nic.in Live Updates: KSEAB has introduced a new examination structure featuring three annual exams—PUC exam 1, 2, and 3—to give students chances to improve their scores, with the best score counting for the final result. Students are required to take the first exam, while the second and third are optional opportunities for improvement. In these optional exams, students can choose to retake any subject from the first exam to enhance their performance, with no specified limit on the number of subjects.
