India, May 12 -- CBSE Class 12 Science Topper List: As the CBSE Class 12 results 2026 approach, social media is once again flooded with claims that the board will release a stream-wise topper list, including separate rankings for Science, Commerce, and Humanities. However, these claims are misleading and need clarification.

Will CBSE release a topper list in 2026?

No, CBSE will NOT release any official Class 12 toppers list in 2026, including for the Science stream.

According to multiple education reports and official policy trends, CBSE discontinued the practice of publishing merit lists and toppers after 2017 to reduce unhealthy competition among students.

Why CBSE stopped releasing the toppers list

CBSE made this decision to:

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