The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad has declared the UP Board Class 10 and Class 12 results for 2026 on April 23 at 4 pm.

This year, more than 52 lakh students registered for the exams, including over 27 lakh candidates in Class 10 and nearly 25 lakh in Class 12. The examinations were conducted between February 18 and March 12 across around 8,000 centres in the state.

Pass percentage and performance trends

The overall performance remains strong:

• Class 10 pass percentage: 90.42%
• Class 12 pass percentage: 80.38%

Girls have once again outperformed boys in both classes, continuing the trend seen in previous years.

How to check UP Board result 2026

Students can access their results through official platforms by following these steps:

• Visit the official website: upmsp.edu.in or upresults.nic.in
• Click on the result link for Class 10 or Class 12
• Enter roll number and required details
• View and download the provisional marksheet

Alternatively, results are also available via DigiLocker and other digital platforms.

What students should do after results

Students are advised to:

• Download and print the provisional marksheet immediately
• Collect the original marksheet from their respective schools later
• Apply for re-evaluation or compartment exams if required

Voting is underway in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu as the 2026 assembly elections see active participation from voters across both states. In West Bengal, the first phase of polling is being held across 152 constituencies in 16 districts, marking the beginning of a multi-phase election process.

Tamil Nadu, on the other hand, is witnessing single-phase polling across all 234 assembly seats, making it a crucial electoral day for the state.

Polling began in the morning with voters arriving at booths early, and arrangements were in place to ensure smooth voting.

Turnout figures show steady participation

As voting progressed, turnout figures indicated moderate to strong participation in both states.

• West Bengal recorded around 62.2% voter turnout by 1 pm
• Tamil Nadu saw approximately 56.8% turnout by the same time

Earlier in the day, initial turnout trends showed gradual momentum as queues built up at polling stations.

High-stakes contest in both states

The elections are significant for major political parties in both regions.

In West Bengal, the contest remains largely between the ruling Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party, with several key constituencies drawing attention. Around 3.6 crore voters are eligible to vote in this phase, highlighting the scale of the exercise.

Tamil Nadu’s election features a traditional contest between the DMK and AIADMK alliances, with the outcome expected to shape the state’s political direction.

Security and arrangements in place

Authorities have deployed security personnel and made logistical arrangements to ensure peaceful polling. Reports indicate that voting is largely proceeding smoothly, with monitoring systems in place across sensitive areas.

The election process in West Bengal will continue with the second phase scheduled for April 29, while Tamil Nadu will conclude voting in a single day.

Morning polling sees moderate participation as voters head to booths across key states

Polling in the ongoing Assembly elections showed steady participation in the early hours on Thursday, with both Tamil Nadu and West Bengal recording moderate voter turnout by 9 am.

According to initial data released by election authorities, Tamil Nadu registered a turnout of around 17.7%, while West Bengal slightly edged ahead with approximately 18.8% in the same period.

Voting began at 7 am across polling stations, and officials expect the turnout to rise significantly as the day progresses, a pattern typically seen in Indian elections.

Tamil Nadu votes in single phase

Tamil Nadu is conducting polling across all 234 Assembly constituencies in a single phase. Early trends indicate a gradual but steady flow of voters, with participation likely to increase during the later hours of the day.

Several prominent personalities were among early voters, encouraging public participation and highlighting the importance of the democratic process.

Bengal phase 1 polling underway

West Bengal is witnessing polling across multiple constituencies in the first phase of its Assembly elections. The early turnout suggests an active start, with voters turning up in noticeable numbers despite the morning hours.

Turnout expected to rise through the day

Election officials have indicated that turnout figures in the morning are usually conservative, with a sharper increase expected in the afternoon and evening. Weather conditions, local factors, and voter mobilisation efforts often influence the final turnout percentage.

The elections are being closely watched due to the high political stakes in both states, with major parties competing intensely for control.