Kolkata14 days agoAuthor: Tirthankar Das
A Humanities student has emerged as one of the top performers in Eastern India after the CBSE Class XII re-evaluation process raised her score from 98.6% to 99.2%.
Soumili Maitra, a student of a residential school in Odisha, secured the revised score following the announcement of the CBSE Class XII Re-evaluation Results 2026. With the increase in marks, she is now among the regional toppers across Odisha, West Bengal, and Chhattisgarh.
Humanities student earns regional distinction
School authorities said the achievement reflects the institution’s strong academic standards and commitment to excellence. In the CBSE Class XII examinations this year, the school recorded an average score of 89.4%, with 26.1% of students scoring 95% and above, while nearly half secured more than 90%.
Student credits teachers and parents
Soumili said she opted for re-evaluation because she believed her performance in certain subjects deserved a more accurate assessment. “I am extremely happy with the outcome. This has boosted my confidence and motivated me to pursue my future goals,” she said.
Outstanding results reflect academic standards
Aspiring to build a career in psychology, Soumili credited her parents, teachers and the school for their constant guidance and encouragement throughout her academic journey.
Education experts said the result underscores the significance of the CBSE re-evaluation process, which allows students to seek a fresh assessment when they believe their answer scripts have not been evaluated accurately.
