
The wait for over 7.10 lakh students ends today. At exactly 3:00 PM, the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) will activate the servers for the 2nd PUC Result 2026. While official portals often face heavy traffic and server timeouts during the first 60 minutes, the government’s DigiLocker platform is your primary lifeline.
However, there is a "Hidden Delay" factor that most news outlets won't tell you.
Every year, thousands of students log into DigiLocker at 3:05 PM and see a "Record Not Found" message. This does not mean you have failed. KSEAB uploads data in "packets." If your roll number falls in a later series, your digital marksheet might take 15 to 30 minutes longer to sync with the national server.
The Search Hack: If the link isn't visible under the Karnataka section, use the "Global Search" bar and manually type "KSEAB" or refresh your "Issued Documents" section to force a fetch request from the board's database.
Access the Portal: Open the DigiLocker mobile app or go to the official website.
Identity Verification: Sign in using your Aadhaar or registered mobile number. Ensure your name on Aadhaar matches your Hall Ticket exactly.
The Search Hack: Go to the search icon and type "Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board".
Specific Document Selection: Choose "Class 12th Marksheet".
Data Input: Enter your 2026 Registration Number.
Instant Download: Once fetched, save the PDF. It is a legally valid document for college admissions under the IT Act.
| Stream | No. of Candidates |
| Science | 2,92,645 |
| Commerce | 2,11,174 |
| Arts | 1,42,982 |
| Total Registered | 7,10,363 |
Once you download your marksheet, verify these fields immediately:
Subject-wise Breakup: Ensure theory and practical marks align with expectations.
New Passing Criteria: For 2026, KSEAB has maintained the minimum passing criteria while introducing more descriptive internal assessment scores.
Division Status: Confirm if "Distinction" or "First Class" is correctly labeled.
Digital Signature: Look for the "Verified" tick mark at the bottom.
Q: What if the result link is not visible on DigiLocker after 3 PM?
It means marksheets are still being uploaded in batches. Log out, wait 15 minutes, and re-login.
Q: Is the DigiLocker marksheet enough for KCET or NEET counseling?
Yes. Per Rule 9A of the IT Rules 2016, DigiLocker documents are at par with original physical certificates for verification purposes.
Q: What happens if I am not satisfied with my marks?
Karnataka has replaced "Supplementary Exams" with Exam 2 and Exam 3. If you wish to improve your score, Exam 2 is scheduled from April 25 to May 9, 2026. Registration opens shortly after today's result.
Q: Can I check the result offline?
Yes. Type KAR12 <Registration Number> and send it to 56263 to receive your result via SMS.