The pass rate for the 2024 Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination under the Barishal Education Board has climbed to 81.85%, marking a slight improvement from last year’s 80.65%, according to the latest results published on Tuesday.

A total of 4,167 students secured the coveted GPA-5 this year, a rise from 3,993 in 2023, reflecting a steady improvement in overall academic performance. Arun Kumar Gain, Controller of Examinations for the Barishal Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board, confirmed the figures.

HSC results 2024: Over 77% pass rate, GPA-5 achievers surge to 1.45 lakh

Out of 67,114 registered candidates, 66,087 appeared for the exams, with 53,089 successfully passing. However, 33 students were expelled during the examination process.

Additionally, 288 colleges from the six districts within the Barishal division participated, with 21 colleges achieving a 100% pass rate.