In Pic: Bombay Scottish School’s principal (in black top) with the parents

This year in ICSE, the national (overall) pass percentage recorded is 98.99, a slight dip in comparison to 99.97 per cent in 2022. The pass percentage of the state (Maharashtra) is 99.83, which was 99.99 last year

In Pic: Students of Bombay Scottish School, Mahim celebrate after the ICSE results were announced on Sunday. Pics/Aishwarya Deodhar

The western region has the best pass percentage of 99.81 followed by the southern region with a pass percentage of 99.69

In Pic: Both Sahana Kamdar and Dhruv Chopra of Bombay Scottish School scored 99.6 per cent in ICSE. Pic/Aishwarya Deodhar

The ICSE examinations were held from February 27 to March 29 while the ISC exams took place from February 13 to March 31. Last year, a total of 18 students got the first rank in ISC exams, while 34 secured first rank in the ICSE exam.

Kirti Makhija, Smt. Sulochanadevi Singhania School, Thane, Stream: Commerce, 99.25pc , AIR # 2

“The mathematics paper was very tough this time and many lost marks there. I had expected to score somewhere around 96-96 per cent. It was super news when I found out that I not on scored 99.25 per cent but also secured AIR 2. I want to pursue chartered accountancy for which I will be appearing for the foundation exam next month. After that, I haven’t decided but will want to pursue an MBA degree.”

Anvita Bharpilania, Commerce, Chatrabhuj Narsee Memorial School, Vile Parle, 99pc , AIR# 4

“I scored 91 per cent in my pre-board exams so was expecting to score a maximum of around 93-94 per cent. Scoring 99 per cent was a big surprise, forget about the merit list and All India Rank. I was planning to pursue a BSc in finance from NMIMS. But with my scores, I would now want to apply for Ivy league universities abroad.”

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Shreya Upadhyay, Bombay Scottish School, Mahim, 99.80pc , AIR # 1

“I was not at all nervous before the exams as we had a day’s gap between each exam. My exams went very well but I did not expect to score above 99 per cent. After the exam, I calculated my scores and put together the least I could get and accordingly, I expected above 98 per cent. Securing All India Rank (AIR) 1 was a surprise. I now want to pursue computer engineering in the US.”

Advay Sardesai, Campion School, Colaba, 99.80pc , AIR# 1

“I have been consistent in studies and was definitely expecting a good score, but not above 99 per cent. And an All India Rank 1 is a great surprise. My family and I are planning to shift to London in a few days, where I plan to pursue an A-level course for junior college education. Both my parents are from a finance background but I wish to pursue science and study subjects like mathematics and physics. Besides this, economics is what interests me.”

Yash Bhasein, Smt. Sulochanadevi Singhania School, 99.80pc , AIR # 1

“I won’t hide the fact that I was nervous and anxious before the exams. But thanks to my father who guided and supported me. He always asked me to stay calm, which worked for me. I expected to score around 97 per cent. Securing over 99pc and AIR 1 was totally unexpected. I want to pursue either aerospace engineering or computer engineering at IIT Bombay. I have already started preparing for the same.”

Tanay Shah, Kapol Vidyanidhi School, 99.80pc , AIR #1

“I was well prepared for the exam. Extra-curricular activities helped me keep a consistent focus on my studies. Instead of spending time online, I spent time on sports like badminton, table tennis etc. I wish to opt for commerce and then pursue a CA degree.”

Hiya Sanghvi, Children’s Academy, Malad, 99.80", AIR # 1

“I was well prepared for the exam but did not expect to score over 99 per cent or secure AIR 1. I always wished to be a merit rank holder, but then there are much brighter students in my school. I was happy, thinking I would score around 97 per cent. I have no fixed plans for the future, but I would be opting for the commerce stream.”