Bihar Board Announces Rewards for Class 10 Toppers
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has unveiled an attractive reward scheme to honor students who excelled in the Class 10 (Matric) annual examinations for 2026. Under this initiative, a total of 139 students who secured positions within the top 10 ranks across the state will be recognized and rewarded for their outstanding academic achievements.
Cash Prizes and Additional Benefits
The reward structure places special emphasis on the highest achievers. The student securing the first rank will receive a cash prize of ₹2 lakh, while the second and third rank holders will be awarded ₹1.5 lakh and ₹1 lakh respectively. Beyond these monetary rewards, all 139 selected students will receive a laptop, a medal, and a certificate of merit to commemorate their success.
In addition to the one-time cash awards and gifts, the board has also arranged for a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 for these talented students. This financial support is designed to assist them as they continue their educational journey in higher secondary classes or pursue technical diploma programs.
Enhanced Scholarship Opportunities
This year, BSEB has also increased the scope of the Deshratna Dr. Rajendra Prasad Medha Scholarship. Students ranked in the top 10 will receive the monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 for a period of two years, covering Classes 11 and 12. Alternatively, if a student opts for a technical diploma course, the scholarship will continue until the completion of the program. It is important to note that this scholarship is available exclusively to students who maintain regular attendance at institutions recognized by the state or central government.
Number of Beneficiaries
The results, which were announced today, March 29, reveal that 139 candidates have secured positions in the top 10 merit list. All of these students will be honored by the Bihar Board. This initiative reflects the board’s commitment to raising educational standards in the state and encouraging meritorious students to strive for excellence in their academic pursuits.
Complete Reward Breakdown
Here is a detailed summary of the rewards allocated for each rank category:
- First Rank: Cash prize of ₹2 lakh, laptop, medal, certificate, and a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 for two years.
- Second Rank: Cash prize of ₹1.5 lakh, laptop, medal, certificate, and a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 for two years.
- Third Rank: Cash prize of ₹1 lakh, laptop, medal, certificate, and a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 for two years.
- Ranks 4 to 10: Cash prize of ₹20,000, laptop, medal, certificate, and a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 for two years.
This comprehensive reward package is a significant step by the Bihar School Examination Board to acknowledge the hard work of students and to foster a competitive spirit among learners across the state. The combination of immediate cash rewards and long-term scholarship support aims to remove financial barriers and enable talented students to focus on their studies without undue burden.
