Bihar Board Doubles Rewards for Top Students in 2026

Exciting News for Students in Bihar

The announcement of a significant increase in rewards for outstanding students by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has created a buzz across the state. The board has decided to double the cash prizes for the top performers in both the Matriculation (10th grade) and Intermediate (12th grade) examinations. Now, the student securing the top position will receive a cash prize of ₹2 lakh, while the second and third rank holders will get ₹1.5 lakh and ₹1 lakh, respectively. This initiative aims to recognize the hard work of students more effectively and provide them with financial support for further studies.

Details of the BSEB Toppers Reward Scheme 2026

Under the new scheme effective from the 2025-26 academic session, the rewards for top ranks in both Matric and Intermediate have been set as follows (these amounts are before any applicable charges or taxes and apply equally to both streams):

• First Place (1st Rank / State Topper): ₹2,00,000 cash prize (up from ₹1 lakh last year, now doubled) + laptop + Kindle e-book reader + medal + certificate.


• Second Place (2nd Rank / Second Topper): ₹1,50,000 cash prize (up from ₹75,000 last year, now doubled) + laptop + Kindle e-book reader + medal + certificate.


• Third Place (3rd Rank): ₹1,00,000 cash prize (up from ₹50,000 last year, now doubled) + laptop + Kindle e-book reader + medal + certificate.


• Fourth to Tenth Place (4th to 10th Rank):
  
  

  
  
  • ₹20,000 cash for Matric (10th grade) (up from ₹10,000 last year).
  
  
  • ₹30,000 cash for Intermediate (12th grade) (up from ₹15,000 last year).
  
  
  • Additionally, laptops, certificates, and medals will be awarded.
  
  

  
  



• Additional Benefits: The top 10 rankers will also receive a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 for two years (increased from last year). This amount may rise further if they enroll in government or central institutions. In total, over 123 students (including top ranks and merit list holders) will receive substantial rewards, gadgets, and recognition.

Reasons for Doubling the Prize Money

• The primary goal is to encourage meritorious students as per the Bihar government's educational policy.


• In previous years, the lower prize amounts had led to dissatisfaction among students; doubling the rewards is a way to honor their efforts appropriately.


• This scheme aims to financially empower students for higher education pursuits (such as engineering, medical, UPSC, etc.).


• The distribution of awards typically occurs on Merit Day (December 3) or during a special ceremony, where the topper list is finalized after verification.

Excitement Among Students and Parents

This announcement has sparked joy among millions of students and their families in Bihar. Many students have expressed on social media that they feel more motivated to excel. Experts believe this initiative will strengthen Bihar's educational framework, as students will now strive for larger goals rather than just focusing on grades.

Note: These details are based on official announcements from BSEB, updates for 2025-26, and major media reports. The final information regarding the topper list and award distribution will be available at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in after the 2026 results are released. If you or someone you know is a student of the Bihar Board, keep preparing—there's a financial reward waiting for top achievers! Students studying in Jaipur can also draw inspiration from this news.