250 marks out of 525 in KSEAB SSLC 2026 equals 47.62%, placing you in the C grade band — which is a pass, provided you have met the minimum marks required in each individual subject.
The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) revised the SSLC 2026 total from 625 to 525 marks after third language scores were excluded from the aggregate following a court ruling. The Exam 1 result was declared on April 23, 2026, and the consolidated Exam 1 and Exam 2 result was announced in June 2026. If you scored 250 in total, your final pass or fail status also depends on whether you cleared the per-subject minimum in all five papers.
- 250 out of 525 = 47.62%
- Grade: C grade (35% to 49% band)
- Overall status: Pass, if all five subjects are individually cleared
- Aggregate minimum to pass: 184 marks (35% of 525)
- Per-subject minimum: 35 marks in each 100-mark paper; 44 marks in First Language (125 marks total)
| Direct Link to KSEAB SSLC 2026 Consolidated Result (OUT) | karresults.nic.in |
Is 250 Out of 525 a Pass in KSEAB SSLC 2026?
Yes, 250 out of 525 is a pass at the aggregate level in KSEAB SSLC 2026. The overall minimum to pass is 184 marks (35% of 525). With 250, you are comfortably above this threshold. However, the board’s pass declaration requires each subject to be individually cleared as well:
- Overall aggregate: at least 184 marks out of 525 — 250 clears this
- First Language (125 marks): minimum 44 marks
- Each remaining subject (100 marks each): minimum 35 marks
A student who totals 250 but scored below the subject minimum in one or two papers will be marked as not completed in those subjects, even though the aggregate is above the cutoff. Check your subject-wise marks card at karresults.nic.in to confirm each subject result individually.
KSEAB changed the SSLC 2026 aggregate from 625 to 525 marks by excluding third language scores. This followed a court ruling on how third language performance would be recorded for the 2026 examination cycle.
Grade for 250 Marks in KSEAB SSLC 2026
250 out of 525 earns a C grade in KSEAB SSLC 2026. The C grade covers the 35% to 49% percentage range and is the lowest passing grade in the Karnataka SSLC grading system. The calculation is: 250 ÷ 525 × 100 = 47.62%.
The C grade confirms that you have crossed the pass threshold at the aggregate level. For Pre-University College (PUC) admissions in Karnataka, stream eligibility and college options will be determined by this grade along with your specific subject marks.
KSEAB SSLC 2026 Grade Chart and Score Bands
The table below shows the full KSEAB SSLC 2026 grade chart based on the revised total of 525 marks:
| Marks Range (out of 525) | Percentage | Grade | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 473 – 525 | 90% and above | A+ | Pass |
| 420 – 472 | 80% – 89% | A | Pass |
| 368 – 419 | 70% – 79% | B+ | Pass |
| 315 – 367 | 60% – 69% | B | Pass |
| 263 – 314 | 50% – 59% | C+ | Pass |
| 184 – 262 | 35% – 49% | C | Pass (250 marks falls here) |
| Below 184 | Below 35% | F | Fail |
250 marks falls in the C grade band (184 to 262). The grade system applies to the five-subject aggregate under the 2026 total of 525 marks.
Subject-Wise Minimum Passing Marks in KSEAB SSLC 2026
Clearing the aggregate is not enough — each subject must be passed individually. The minimum marks per subject for KSEAB SSLC 2026 are:
| Subject | Total Marks | Minimum Marks to Pass |
|---|---|---|
| First Language (Kannada or other) | 125 | 44 |
| English (Second Language) | 100 | 35 |
| Mathematics | 100 | 35 |
| Science | 100 | 35 |
| Social Science | 100 | 35 |
| Total | 525 | 184 overall (35%) |
Third Language scores are excluded from the 525-mark aggregate in 2026 and do not affect the pass or fail declaration for the main SSLC certificate.
Next Steps if You Passed KSEAB SSLC 2026 with 250 Marks
If your marks card shows a pass in all five subjects and 250 as the aggregate total, here is what to do next:
- Download and print your marks card from karresults.nic.in or the official KSEAB portal. Keep the original safe — you will need it for PUC admission, scholarship applications and government records.
- Apply for PUC (Class 11) admissions. With a C grade and 47.62%, you are eligible for Arts and Commerce streams at most government and private PU colleges in Karnataka. Science stream admissions are merit-based and typically require higher marks.
- Consider diploma and vocational courses. SSLC pass students are eligible for ITI, polytechnic diploma and NSQF-aligned skill courses across Karnataka — strong alternatives alongside PUC.
- Check scholarship eligibility. Karnataka government and central post-matric scholarship schemes are available for SC, ST, OBC and EWS students who have passed SSLC. Apply through the designated scholarship portal within the announced window.
Next Steps if You Failed One or Two Subjects
Students who scored 250 in aggregate but did not meet the per-subject minimum in one or two papers are not declared fully passed. KSEAB offers a supplementary examination (Exam 2) for such students:
- Students failing up to two subjects can appear in KSEAB SSLC Exam 2 without repeating the full academic year
- KSEAB SSLC Exam 2 for 2026 was conducted from May 18 to May 25, 2026
- The consolidated result combining the best marks from Exam 1 and Exam 2 was declared in June 2026
- Students failing three or more subjects must repeat Class 10
For re-examination details in future cycles, visit the official KSEAB portal at kseab.karnataka.gov.in or the results portal at karresults.nic.in.
KSEAB SSLC 2026: 250 Marks FAQs
Ques. Is 250 out of 525 a pass in KSEAB SSLC 2026?
Ans. Yes, 250 out of 525 is a pass at the aggregate level — it equals 47.62% (C grade) and exceeds the overall minimum of 184 marks. Full pass status is confirmed only when you have also met the subject-wise minimum: 44 marks in First Language and 35 marks in each of the other four subjects.
Ques. What grade is 250 out of 525 in Karnataka SSLC 2026?
Ans. 250 out of 525 equals 47.62%, which earns a C grade. C is the lowest passing grade in the KSEAB SSLC grading system and covers the 35% to 49% range.
Ques. Why is KSEAB SSLC 2026 total out of 525 and not 625?
Ans. KSEAB revised the SSLC 2026 aggregate to 525 marks by excluding third language scores from the total. This change followed a court ruling and a board decision on how third language performance would be recorded in the 2026 examination cycle.
Ques. What is the minimum marks to pass KSEAB SSLC 2026 out of 525?
Ans. The overall minimum is 184 marks out of 525 (35%). You must also score at least 44 marks in First Language (out of 125) and at least 35 marks in each of the other four 100-mark subjects.
Ques. Can students with 250 marks in KSEAB SSLC 2026 get Science stream PUC admission?
Ans. Science stream PUC admissions in Karnataka are competitive and most government colleges require higher marks. With 250 out of 525 (47.62%, C grade), admission to the Science stream at government PU colleges is unlikely. Arts and Commerce streams at government or private colleges are the more accessible options at this score.
Ques. What if a student passed the aggregate but failed one subject in KSEAB SSLC 2026?
Ans. Students who cleared the aggregate but failed one or two subjects could appear in KSEAB SSLC Exam 2 (supplementary), which was conducted in May 2026. The best marks from Exam 1 and Exam 2 are counted in the final consolidated result for eligible subjects. Students failing three or more subjects must repeat Class 10.
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