Bhutan achieved a 76.98 percent pass rate in the Class VIII Board Examination 2025, with 12,039 out of 12,143 students passing from 168 schools nationwide, reflecting broad participation across government and private institutions. The national merit list was topped by Sidanth Bhandari of Loselling Middle Secondary School with 94.6 percent, followed closely by Sangay Chhoden Lhazeen and Ngawang Jetsun Seldon, highlighting strong academic excellence among students.

The results mark a significant upward trend in national performance, rebounding from 71.45 percent in 2024 and showing steady improvement since 2022. Educators attributed the success to consistent study habits, structured academic planning, remedial classes, regular assessments, personalized mentoring, emotional support, and active parental involvement. Students and school leaders alike emphasized perseverance, time management, reflection, and collective effort as key drivers of achievement.

Abba Father, we thank You for the dedication, discipline, and perseverance shown by these students. May their success inspire humility, gratitude, and a lifelong love for learning. Amen (The Holy Bible, Proverbs 16:3).

Lord, guide these students as they move forward. May knowledge be used with integrity, compassion, and purpose to serve the nation and humanity. Amen (The Holy Bible, Proverbs 1:5).

News Source: The Bhutanese

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