Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, May 3, 2025, Kolkata : The long-awaited results of the Madhyamik exams were finally announced on Friday, providing a moment of joy and relief to thousands of students across West Bengal. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee extended her warm congratulations to the successful candidates, expressing her best wishes for their future endeavors. In her message posted on social media, she also acknowledged the critical support of parents, guardians, and teachers in the students’ journeys, emphasizing the role of perseverance and continuous effort. For those who did not meet their expectations, she offered words of encouragement, urging them to keep striving for success in the future.
Opposition leader Shuvendu Adhikari joined in the congratulatory messages, extending his best wishes to the students who had excelled in the exams.
The Madhyamik examinations, held from February 10 to February 22 this year, saw a total of 984,894 students participating—an increase of over 62,000 candidates compared to the previous year. The exams were conducted at 2,683 centers across the state, marking a significant logistical undertaking. The results were officially made public at 9:00 AM on May 2, 2025, with Ramanuj Gangopadhyay, the President of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE), unveiling the merit list. The top ten ranks featured 66 students, a testament to the competitive nature of the exams and the academic excellence displayed by students from various districts.
Adrit Sarkar from Raiganj Coronation High School emerged as the state topper, securing an impressive 696 marks, equivalent to 99.43%. The results revealed strong district performances, with East Medinipur leading the way with a pass percentage of 96.46%. The state’s overall pass percentage stood at 86.56%, a slight increase from last year’s 86.31%, further reflecting the steady rise in educational standards across West Bengal.
The merit list demonstrated the diversity and talent of students from across the state, with 66 students securing places in the top 10 rankings. Following Adrit Sarkar, Anubhav Bishwas from Malda Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Vidyamandir and Soumya Pal from Bishnupur High School shared second place with 694 marks, while Ishani Chakraborty from Kotulpur Sarojbasini Girls’ School secured third with 693 marks. Notably, Kolkata’s Ramakrishna Sarada Mission Sister Nivedita Girls’ School also made its mark, contributing to the strong showing from the city’s educational institutions.
In terms of district-wise performance, East Medinipur led with a pass rate of 96.46%, followed by Kalimpong at 96.09%, Kolkata at 92.30%, and West Medinipur at 90.52%. These results underscore the remarkable academic achievements of both urban and rural schools, with institutions such as Ramakrishna Mission and Vivekananda Vidyamandir standing out in the merit list.
This year’s Madhyamik results also reflect a notable trend of increasing female participation in the exams. With 543,544 female candidates, accounting for 27.26% more than their male counterparts, the success of female students is particularly significant, signaling a positive shift towards gender equality in education.
As students and families celebrate their success, the 2025 Madhyamik results set a high bar for future academic endeavors. The stories of toppers from rural schools like Raiganj Coronation High School and Kotulpur Sarojbasini Girls’ School, as well as top-performing districts like East Medinipur, inspire future generations of students to pursue academic excellence with dedication and passion.
