The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, has officially declared the results for the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or Class 12th examinations for the year 2025. The announcement, made earlier today, brings relief and excitement to the large cohort of students who appeared for these crucial state board exams.
This year’s results showcase a commendable overall pass percentage of 95.03%, indicating a continued trend of strong academic performance among Tamil Nadu’s Class 12 students. This figure marks an increase of 0.47 percentage points compared to the previous year’s pass percentage of 94.56%, highlighting the consistent efforts of students, educators, and the education system in the state.
Girls Outshine Boys Once Again
Continuing a pattern observed in previous years, female students have once again demonstrated superior academic outcomes compared to their male counterparts. The pass percentage among girls stands at an impressive 96.70%, while boys achieved a pass percentage of 93.16%. This significant difference underscores the dedication and hard work exhibited by girl students across the state.
Key Highlights of the TN 12th Result 2025:
- Overall Pass Percentage: 95.03%
- Number of Students Appeared: 7,92,494
- Number of Students Passed: 7,53,142
- Girls’ Pass Percentage: 96.70%
- Boys’ Pass Percentage: 93.16%
Where and How to Check Your Marks:
The Tamil Nadu 12th Result 2025 is now accessible online through the official websites of the DGE, Tamil Nadu. Students can check their individual subject-wise scores and download their provisional marksheets by visiting the following websites:
- tnresults.nic.in
- dge.tn.gov.in
To access their results, students will need to enter their registration number and date of birth in the designated fields on the website. It is advisable to keep the admit card handy to ensure accurate entry of these details.
Alternative Ways to Check Results:
Recognizing the importance of accessibility, the DGE, Tamil Nadu, has also provided alternative methods for students to check their results:
- Via SMS: Students can send an SMS in the format “TNHSC Registration Number, Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY)” to 09282232585 or +919282232585.
- Via DigiLocker: Students can also access their digital marksheets through the DigiLocker mobile application and website (results.digilocker.gov.in). They will need to log in to their DigiLocker account, sync their Aadhaar number if not already done, and then pull their Tamil Nadu Board results.
District-wise Performance:
This year, Ariyalur district has emerged as the top-performing district in the state, securing the highest pass percentage of 98.82%. Following closely are Erode, Tiruppur, Coimbatore, and Kanyakumari, showcasing the consistent academic excellence in these regions. On the other end, Vellore recorded the lowest pass percentage.
School-wise Performance:
An impressive number of schools across Tamil Nadu have achieved outstanding results. Out of the 7,513 participating schools, 2,638 schools have recorded a perfect 100% pass rate. This includes 436 government schools, highlighting the commendable performance of institutions across different categories. The pass percentages for different school categories are as follows:
- Government Schools: 91.94%
- Government-Aided Schools: 95.71%
- Private Schools: 98.88%
Subject-wise Highlights:
The subject-wise performance reveals significant achievements by students in various disciplines. Notably, Computer Science saw the highest number of students scoring a perfect 100 marks, with 9,536 students achieving this feat. Other subjects with a significant number of centum scorers include Chemistry (3,181), Mathematics (3,022), and Commerce (1,624).
What’s Next for Students?
The declaration of the TN 12th results marks a crucial milestone in the academic journey of these students. They will now be focusing on their next steps, which may include applying for higher education in colleges and universities across the state and the country.
The official mark sheets will be distributed to students through their respective schools in due course. The digital marksheets available online and through DigiLocker are provisional and can be used for immediate reference and admission processes until the physical mark sheets are received.
Revaluation and Supplementary Examinations:
For students who are not satisfied with their results or have not cleared all the subjects, there will be opportunities for revaluation and supplementary examinations. Details regarding the application process for revaluation and the schedule for supplementary exams will be announced by the DGE, Tamil Nadu, in the coming days. The supplementary exams are tentatively scheduled to begin from June 25, 2025.
The Tamil Nadu education board commends all the successful students for their hard work and dedication and encourages those who may not have performed as expected not to be disheartened, as numerous opportunities for academic and professional growth lie ahead.