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Tamil Nadu Class 12 Result 2026: Pass Percentage, Toppers & Key Highlights

By WaveINO Newsroom May 8, 2026
Tamil Nadu Class 12 Result 2026: Pass Percentage, Toppers & Key Highlights

The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, has officially declared the Higher Secondary Examination (HSE +2) results today, May 8, 2026. This year, the state has witnessed a remarkable academic performance with an overall pass percentage of 95.20%. A total of 7.53 lakh students have successfully cleared the examination, marking a steady increase from the previous year’s performance. The results were announced at 9:30 AM, bringing an end to the anticipation of lakhs of students across the Science, Commerce, and Arts streams.



Key Highlights of Tamil Nadu HSE +2 Results 2026

The 2026 results showcase significant achievements across various sectors. Below are the primary statistics released by the DGE:

CategoryStatistics (2026)
Overall Pass Percentage95.20%
Total Students Passed7.53 Lakh
Girls Pass Percentage96.70%
Boys Pass Percentage93.16%
Government Schools Pass %91.94%
Private Schools Pass %98.88%

District-Wise Performance: Top 5 Districts

Several districts achieved exceptional results, with Ariyalur leading the charts this year.

  1. Ariyalur: 98.82%



  2. Erode: 97.98%



  3. Tiruppur: 97.53%



  4. Coimbatore: 97.48%



  5. Kanyakumari: 97.01%

Stream-Wise Performance Breakdown

The Science stream continues to hold the highest pass rate, followed closely by Commerce and Arts.

  • Science Stream: 96.35%



  • Commerce Stream: 92.46%



  • Arts Stream: 85.67%



  • Vocational Stream: 85.85%



How to Check TN 12th Result 2026 Online

Students can access their scorecards by visiting the official TNDGE websites. You will need your Registration Number and Date of Birth.

  • Websites: tnresults.nic.in, dge.tn.gov.in



  • SMS Service: The results are also sent to the registered mobile numbers.



  • WhatsApp: Send "Hi" to 7845252525 to receive your result link.

Understanding the Grading System

The TN 12th result follows a specific grading structure based on the marks obtained:

  • A1 (91–100): Grade Point 10



  • A2 (81–90): Grade Point 9



  • B1 (71–80): Grade Point 8



  • B2 (61–70): Grade Point 7



  • C1 (51–60): Grade Point 6