The pseb 8th topper list 2026 is officially declared today, April 10, 2026. Lakhs of students can download the merit list and check their individual scores at pseb.ac.in.
PSEB 8th Result 2026 — Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab School Education Board |
| Exam Name | Middle Standard Exam 2026 |
| Total Students | 3 Lakh+ (Approx) |
| Result Status | Declared Today |
| Check Mode | Online at pseb.ac.in |
| Merit List Status | Released Online |
| Passing Marks | 33% Minimum |
| Rechecking Mode | Online at Official Portal |
| Exam Start Date | March 2026 |
| Result Date | ⚠️ April 10, 2026 |
| Compartment Fee | Rs 1,050 |
| Rechecking Fee | Rs 500 per subject |
| PwD Candidates | Fee Exemptions Apply |
| Age Limit | Not Applicable |
| Qualification | 8th Standard |
| Next Stage | 9th Class Admission |
| Official Website | pseb.ac.in |
Read below for passing criteria, how to download the list, and step by step guide.
PSEB 8th Topper List 2026 PDF Details
The complete state-wise merit list is now available. District-wise breakdown will be updated once officially uploaded on the portal. Check the notification PDF below.
| Rank | Position | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Rank 1 | Tamanna | 600 / 600 |
| Rank 2 | Japneet Kaur | 598 / 600 |
| Rank 3 | Jashandeep Kaur | 598 / 600 |
| Rank | Student Name | School Name | Marks (Out of 600) | Percentage |
| 1st | Tamanna | Saraswati Sr. Sec. School, Jaito (Faridkot) | 600 | 100.00% |
| 2nd | Japneet Kaur | Government Middle School, Arkwas (Sangrur) | 598 | 99.67% |
| 3rd | Jashandeep Kaur | Sant Mohan Das Memorial Sr. Sec. School, Kot Sukhia (Faridkot) | 598 | 99.67% |
PSEB 8th 2026 Passing Criteria
| Subject Type | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| Theory Minimum | 33% marks |
| Practical Minimum | 33% marks |
| Aggregate | 33% total |
| Grace Marks | Up to 1% extra |
| Sports Students | Special grace rules |
| Compartment Limit | Max 2 subjects |
| Failing 3 Subjects | Repeat year |
PSEB 8th Rechecking Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC | Rs 500 per subject |
| SC / ST | Rs 500 per subject |
| PwD / Blind Students | Free |
PSEB 8TH Grading Process for PSEB 8th 2026
Stage 1 — Theory Exam A written test of 80 marks covering core subjects. Duration is 3 hours. There is no negative marking. Candidates scoring above 33% go to the pass list.
Stage 2 — Internal Assessment Schools upload 20 marks based on your year-long performance. This is mandatory to clear.
Stage 3 — Final Scorecard The board combines theory and internal marks.
ℹ️ NOTE: Final merit is based on the combined written and internal marks. There is no interview for topping the exams.
PSEB 8TH Topper Scholarship Amount 2026
State toppers and merit holders receive financial support and certificates from the Punjab Government.
Reward Scale: Rs 5,100 — Rs 21,000 one-time reward (expected)
What you get (approx):
- State Rank 1: Rs 21,000
- State Rank 2: Rs 11,000
- State Rank 3: Rs 5,100
- District Toppers: Certificate of Merit
- Dr. Hargobind Khorana Scholarship: Rs 2,500 per month (for 9th-12th)
In-hand scholarship: approximately Rs 2,500 per month for eligible top scorers continuing studies.
Other benefits: Free education in government merit schools, public recognition, future job quotas for sports toppers, easy higher education loans.
How to Download Result 2026
Step 1 — Go to pseb.ac.in Step 2 — Click on the “Results” tab Step 3 — Open the 8th Class result link Step 4 — Enter your Roll Number or your Name Step 5 — Click submit to view marks Step 6 — Download and print the PDF confirmation