Kolkata, May 14 -- The results of the West Bengal Higher Secondary Examination 2026 were declared on Thursday, with Adrito Paul of Narendrapur Ramakrishna Mission securing the first rank in the state.

Adrito Paul scored 496 marks out of 500 in the examination, emerging as the statewide topper.

Among girl students, Megha Majumder of Srerampore Rames Chandra Girls' High School secured the top position with 492 marks out of 500.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari interacted with the toppers after the declaration of results and congratulated them on their achievement.

The Chief Minister Adhikari also extended his best wishes to all successful candidates who appeared in the Higher Secondary Examination this year.

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