Megalaya Sets New Record with 87.10% Pass Percentage in SSLC Exams
The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBoSE) has announced the results of the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exams, showcasing a significant improvement in pass percentage. This year, 55,473 students passed the exam, out of a total of 63,682 candidates, resulting in an impressive overall pass percentage of 87.10%. The number of rank holders has also increased dramatically, with 85 students making it to the top 20 merit list, up from 37 last year.
Leisha Agarwal from St Margaret’s Higher Secondary School, Shillong, and Avila Kathrene P Lyngdoh from North Liberty Higher Secondary School, Jowai, jointly secured the top position with 582 marks. Evanshan Nongrum from Sacred Heart Boys’ Higher Secondary School, Shillong, and Pori Panday from Jawaharlal Nehru Higher Secondary School, Phulbari, bagged the second position with 578 marks each. The third rank was shared by Anushmita Choudhury from St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School, Shillong, Sourav Pandey from Alpha English Secondary School, Nongpoh, and Eulogemene Rilin L Suting from KJP Synod Mihngi Higher Secondary School, Jowai, all scoring 576 marks.
The SSLC exam results have brought widespread joy across Meghalaya, with schools from both the Khasi-Jaintia and Garo Hills regions performing exceptionally well. While Shillong schools dominated the merit list, accounting for 40 of the total entries in the top 20 list, students from rural parts of the state, including Nongpoh, Nongstoin, Mairang, and other non-urban regions, secured positions in the prestigious top 20 list. Tura had a strong showing this year, with 10 students making it to the merit list, followed by four students from Jowai.
The Garo Hills region saw a significant improvement, with a pass percentage of 78.17%, a remarkable increase from the 32% achieved in the past year. South Garo Hills, which had a pass percentage in the 20s, now exceeds the state average, with 88.32% of students passing the exams. A total of 18 students from Garo Hills made it to the merit list, a huge increase from the single-digit numbers that had become the norm. The record pass percentage could be a harbinger for the days and years to come, as the region grapples with infrastructure, teacher, and other issues.
The MBoSE aims to conduct the SSLC exam twice annually as part of its reforms program, with the first examination held in February-March, and students who did not pass will get another opportunity to appear in the second exam in April-May. This initiative aims to provide quicker results, allowing students to secure admission to schools and colleges without unnecessary delays.
The SSLC results have brought cheer to schools from various regions, including Ri-Bhoi, which has seen a significant improvement in education. Alpha English Higher Secondary School, Nongpoh, has brought honor to the district, with two students securing positions in the top 20 list. Sourav Pandey was ranked 3rd in the state with 576 marks, while Nandini Kumar secured the 6th position with 569 marks.
The rise in pass percentage has showcased the hard work and dedication of students, teachers, and educators in Meghalaya. As the state continues to improve its education system, it is likely that the pass percentage will continue to rise, setting a new benchmark for the region.
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Original Source: https://theshillongtimes.com/2025/04/06/shillong-jowai-students-bag-top-position-in-sslc-merit-list/
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Publish Date: 2025-04-06 02:56:00
