Jammu: Girls outshine boys with 90.42 pass percentage in class 10 results of Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education that were declared on Tuesday.
Congratulating the successful candidates, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Health Minister Sakina Itoo praised the hard work and dedication of the students and also acknowledged the efforts of teachers and parents.
An overall pass percentage stood at 88.85 per cent, which is much better than last year’s 79.94 per cent, a spokesperson said, JKBOSE spokesperson said.
A total of 50,754 candidates appeared in the examination in the summer zone of Jammu division, out of which 45,094 candidates have qualified, the spokesperson said.
Among the candidates, 27,486 boys and 23,268 girls appeared in the examination. Of these, 87.51 per cent of boys and 90.42 per cent of girls passed the examination, the spokesman said.
The examination was conducted smoothly across 527 centres. Notably, the spokesman said 26,706 candidates from government schools appeared in the examination with 22,283 qualifying, making the pass percentage 83.44 per cent.
From Private Schools, 24,048 candidates appeared with 22,811 qualifying, making the pass percentage 94.86 per cent.
The chief minister extended his best wishes to all successful candidates and encouraged those who may not have achieved their desired outcome to remain determined and continue striving for excellence.
Minister for Education Sakina Itoo also extended her heartfelt greetings to the students for passing the examination with flying colours. Commending the students for their hard work, dedication, and perseverance, the minister said that the results are a testament to their commitment and the collective efforts of teachers, parents, and the education system at large.
She said the pass percentage of 83.44 per cent for government schools is very encouraging and highlights the improvement of educational standards in government institutions.
“These outstanding results reflect the government’s sustained focus on strengthening the education sector and ensuring quality learning outcomes across Jammu and Kashmir,” she said.
Highlighting the achievements of girl students, the minister lauded their outstanding performance in the examinations.
She noted with pride that girls have once again outshone boys, showcasing their determination, resilience, and academic excellence.
“This achievement is not only a matter of pride but also a clear indication of the positive impact of various government initiatives aimed at empowering girls through education,” the minister said.
The minister reiterated the government’s commitment to providing an inclusive, equitable, and high-quality education system.
She assured that continuous efforts are being made to improve infrastructure, enhance teaching standards, and create a conducive learning environment for all students.
