Education | The Indian Express
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the Class 10 board results on Tuesday, with the Bengaluru region, encompassing Karnataka, securing an impressive 98.90% pass percentage, ranking second nationally behind Thiruvananthapuram and Vijayawada (both 99.79%). Of the 93,148 registered students, 93,017 appeared for the exams held between February 15 and March 18 across 323 centers in 1,323 schools. This included 50,150 boys and 42,867 girls, reflecting strong participation and performance.
Among the standout achievers, Aditi Doddavaram from National Public School (NPS) HSR Layout topped her school with a remarkable 99.2%. Aditi attributed her success to the Cornell note-taking method, regular practice papers, and unwavering support from her family and school. “Taking notes in class helped me recall concepts easily, and practice papers reinforced my learning,” she shared.
Ayana Vinod, a 15-year-old from Tattva School, scored 93.6% while balancing academics with her passion for athletics. Training at the Anju Bobby George Sports Academy, Ayana has won state-level medals in long jump and aims for national competitions. Her disciplined schedule—early morning study, afternoon revisions, and evening training—ensured thorough preparation. “Starting early and reviewing my answers helped me understand concepts deeply,” she said.
Sohham Shrinath Josi from NPS Koramangala excelled with a tailored study plan, emphasizing textbook reading and past question papers. “I took breaks to avoid feeling overwhelmed, and my teachers clarified all doubts,” he noted. Sohham, a grade one pianist and swimmer, found music and socializing vital for stress relief. “Hobbies like playing the piano helped me relax and refocus,” he added.
Ishan Nair, a 16-year-old from Vibgyor High, achieved an outstanding 98.2% through meticulous planning. Rising at 5 am for math and science, he relied on sample papers and mock exams to gauge his progress. “Sample papers showed me the exam format and key chapters,” Ishan explained. His passions for guitar and kickboxing provided balance, with music serving as a stress reliever and strength training keeping him active during exams. “Playing guitar calmed me, and training kept me energized,” he said.
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