Bihar Board class 12 Arts stream results 2025: Ankita, Shakib clinch the top spot, check more details here

Anjali Mittal / TOI Education / Mar 25, 2025, 18:43 IST

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The Bihar School Examination Board announced Class 12 results with Ankita Kumari and Shakib Shah topping the Arts stream at 94.6%. The overall pass percentage is 86.50%, with girls outperforming boys. The Bihar government will reward toppers with cash prizes and laptops. This year's success highlights the importance of Arts education in Bihar.

Bihar Board class 12 Arts stream results 2025: Ankita, Shakib clinch the top spot, check more details here

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) today announced the much-awaited Class 12 examination results, with students from the Arts stream delivering particularly outstanding performances. Ankita Kumari from Vaishali district and Shakib Shah have jointly clinched the top position, both scoring an impressive 473 marks out of 500 translating to an impressive percentage of 94.6.

Bihar Board class 12 Arts stream results 2025: students who dominated Arts stream results with stellar performances

This year's results highlight the exceptional caliber of Arts students, with the following top performers setting new benchmarks:

Ankita Kumari – 473 marks (94.6%)
Shakib Shah – 473 marks (94.6%)
Anushka Kumari – 471 marks (94.2%)
Rokaiya Fatma – 471 marks (94.2%)
Arti Kumari – 469 marks (93.8%)

The achievements of these students underscore the growing academic rigor in Bihar's Arts education, with many attributing their success to dedicated teachers, supportive families, and their own relentless hard work.

Bihar Board class 12 Arts stream results 2025: Overall pass percentage sees minor dip, girls continue strong performance

The cumulative pass percentage across all streams this year stands at 86.50%, showing a slight decline from last year's 87.21%. However, the results reaffirm the consistent trend of female students outperforming their male counterparts.

In the Arts stream, 85.04% of girls cleared the examination compared to 78.94% of boys, reinforcing the state's progress in promoting girls' education.

Bihar Board class 12 Arts stream results 2025: Bihar government announces rewards for top rankers

In recognition of their extraordinary achievements, the Bihar government has announced substantial rewards for the toppers. Each first-rank holder will receive:

Rupee 2 lakh cash prize
A laptop
A certificate of merit
A commemorative medal

Education officials have reportedly stated that these incentives are designed not only to honor the students' dedication but also to inspire future batches to strive for excellence.

Bihar Board class 12 Arts stream results 2025: A boost for Arts education in Bihar

The remarkable success of this year's Arts students signals a positive shift in Bihar's educational landscape, where the Humanities stream is increasingly being recognized for its academic value. Teachers and parents have lauded the toppers for their discipline and perseverance, which have set a new standard for aspirants.
As these high achievers prepare for higher education and competitive examinations, their accomplishments are expected to motivate thousands of other students across the state.

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