Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026: Official Date, Websites, and Full Step-by-Step Guide

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is all set to release the much-awaited 2nd PUC (Class 12) Result 2026. After weeks of anticipation, over 7.10 lakh students who appeared for the first annual examinations are now looking for the official announcement. Following the trend from 2025, when results were declared on April 8, the board is expected to maintain a similar timeline this year, with reports suggesting a release as early as April 7, 2026.

Here is the most comprehensive, live guide on how to access your results, historical performance data, and the latest board updates.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026: Key Highlights

The Class 12 board exams commenced on February 28, 2026, starting with the Kannada and Arabic papers, and concluded on March 17, 2026, with Music, Electronics, and other elective subjects. The exams were conducted in a single shift, from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM.

• Total Candidates: Approximately 7,10,363 students.
• Result Mode: Online (Official Portals).
• Official Websites: karresults.nic.in and kseab.karnataka.gov.in.
• Mandatory Detail: Students must have their Registration Number and Stream (Arts, Science, or Commerce) ready.

How to Check Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Online

Once the board officials activate the link during the press conference, follow these steps to get your marks card:

1. Visit the Result Portal: Open your browser and go to karresults.nic.in.
2. Locate the Link: Click on the link titled “Karnataka 2nd PUC Annual Exam 1 Result 2026” on the home page.
3. Enter Login Credentials: A new page will open. Enter your Registration Number and select your specific Subject Stream.
4. Submit & View: Click on the “Submit” button. Your subject-wise marks and total percentage will be displayed on the screen.
5. Download & Save: Check all details carefully. Download the digital copy and take a printout for your immediate admission needs.

Alternative Methods: SMS and DigiLocker

If the official website crashes due to high traffic, you can use these alternative methods:

• Via SMS: Type KAR12 <Registration Number> and send it to 56263.
• Via DigiLocker: Log in to your DigiLocker account, search for “KSEAB,” and fetch your “Class XII Marksheet” using your registration number and year (2026).

Understanding the 2025 Benchmarks (Last Year’s Statistics)

To give students an idea of the grading trends, let’s look at the 2025 performance data. Last year, the results were announced by Board officials on April 8, with an overall pass percentage of 73.45%.

Stream-wise Performance (2025):

• Science: 82.54% (Highest among all streams)
• Commerce: 76.07%
• Arts: 53.29%

The Board is expected to share similar detailed analytics for 2026, including district-wise toppers and gender-wise pass percentages, during the upcoming press conference.

Press Conference & Official Announcement

The KSEAB will conduct a formal press conference at the Board office to declare the results. While the specific official to announce the results hasn’t been named yet, the event will reveal the overall pass percentage and topper details.

What happens after the results?

• Passing Criteria: Students must secure at least 33% marks in each subject to qualify.
• Revaluation: If you are unhappy with your marks, you can apply for re-totaling or a scanned copy of your answer sheet through the KSEAB official website within 15 days.
• Exam 2 (Supplementary): For those who fail or wish to improve their scores, Exam 2 is expected to be held between April 25 and May 8, 2026.

Important Tip for Students

Due to the high volume of traffic (over 7 lakh students), the official website karresults.nic.in might slow down or show errors immediately after the link is activated. If this happens, do not panic. Wait for a few minutes or try checking your results through the secondary link at kseab.karnataka.gov.in.

Keep your hall ticket handy and stay tuned for the live link activation!