Kerala : Thousands of Class 4 and Class 7 students across Kerala are waiting curiously for the LSS USS Result 2026. Here is a complete, up-to-date guide on the expected release date, how to check your result online, cut-off marks, merit list download, and what comes next.
| Conducting Body | Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan |
| Exam Date | February 26, 2026 |
| Result Expected | May 2026 (2nd Week) |
| Official Website | bpekerala.in |
| LSS — For Class | Class 4 (LP Section) |
| USS — For Class | Class 7 (UP Section) |
| Exam Also Known As | CM Kids Scholarship 2026 |
| Helpdesk Email | lssusshelpdesk@gmail.com |
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The LSS USS Result 2026 — or what is officially now called the CM Kids Scholarship Result 2026 — is expected to be published on the official portal bpekerala.in in the second week of May 2026. This guide helps you with complete information such as - where and how to check it, to what the merit list means, what cut-off scores to expect, and what you should do once the result is out.
What Are the LSS and USS Exams?
The Kerala Lower Secondary Scholarship (LSS) and Upper Secondary Scholarship (USS) examinations are state-level competitive scholarship tests conducted annually by Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan, the government's examination authority. Both LSS and USS examination are designed to identify bright students at an early stage and support them financially through their school years.
LSS USS Exam 2026
The CM Kids Scholarship Exam 2026 (LSS and USS) was conducted on February 26, 2026, across government, aided, and recognized unaided schools throughout Kerala. The online registration for the exam had closed on January 15, 2026, later extended to January 19, 2026.
This year, the government introduced a noticeable change in the eligibility criteria - For LSS, students had to have achieved an A Grade in Malayalam, English, Maths, and Science. For USS, students needed an A Grade in all subjects, including languages and science — with only limited exceptions for Science Fest winners and students from OEC, SC, ST, and CWSN categories.
The answer key for the February 26 exam was released promptly on the official website, giving students and parents an early indication of likely scores. The expected cut-off for 2026, based on past trends, is broadly around 60–70 marks — with the USS cut-off in 2025 having been 63 out of 90 for reference.
LSS USS Result 2026 - Expected Date
The Kerala Pareekshabhavan will be soon releasing the LSS USS Result 2026 at the official website. Students can check the result with their login credentials.
| Year | Exam Date | Result Date | Gap (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | February 27, 2025 | May 14, 2025 | ~11 weeks |
| 2024 | February 2024 | April/May 2024 | ~10–11 weeks |
| 2023 | April 26, 2023 | August 9, 2023 | ~15 weeks |
| 2026 (Expected) | February 26, 2026 | 2nd Week, May 2026 | ~11 weeks |
The LSS USS Result 2026 is expected to be released on 2nd week of May 2026, specifically around May 12–16, 2026.
How to Check LSS USS Result 2026 at bpekerala.in — Step-by-Step
Once Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan officially publishes the result, here is exactly how you check it. The process is straightforward but requires your child's register/application number, which was issued at the time of exam registration. Keep it handy.
- Open your browser and go to the official portal: bpekerala.in/lss_uss_2026. You can also visit the Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan's main portal at pareekshabhavan.kerala.gov.in.
- On the homepage, look for the link that reads "LSS Result 2026" or "USS Result 2026" (or CM Kids Scholarship Result 2026). Click on the relevant link for your exam type.
- You will be redirected to a result login page. Enter your Register/Application Number and Date of Birth (or password, as specified on the portal).
- Click Submit. Your result — showing whether you are "ES" (Eligible for Scholarship) or "NS" (Not Eligible for Scholarship) — will appear on screen. "Ab" denotes Absent.
- Download and print the result for future reference. The PDF version of the merit list will also be available separately by district and AEO-wise on the portal.
Cut-Off Marks for LSS USS 2026
The cut-off for LSS and USS is not fixed — it varies each year based on the overall performance of students and the number of scholarship slots available. That said, consistent trends over the past few years give us a reasonable expectation:
| Exam | Total Marks | 2025 Cut-off | Expected 2026 Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| USS (Class 7) | 90 marks | 63 marks | 60–68 marks |
| LSS (Class 4) | 90 marks | ~60–65 marks | 58–66 marks |
Students from SC, ST, OEC, and CWSN categories may have separate cut-off provisions as per government norms. Parents are advised to check the official notification on the Pareeksha Bhavan website for category-wise cut-off details once the result is declared.
What to Do After LSS USS Result 2026 ?
Parents and students must follow strict guidelines or steps mentioned by the officials if your students is eligible.
If Your Child is ES (Eligible for Scholarship)
Students who qualify must complete a verification process. This typically involves submitting relevant documents to the school, which then forwards them to the AEO office. Keep the following documents ready:
- Printout of the LSS/USS result from bpekerala.in
- School certificate and class/section details
- Aadhar card of the student
- Bank account details (student or parent) for scholarship disbursement
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable, for reserved category students)
The scholarship certificate — issued by Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan — can be downloaded by the headmaster/headmistress using the school's official login at bpekerala.in. Certificates for 2025 qualifiers were made available at the portal; similar procedures are expected for 2026 qualifiers.
Helpline and Support
Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has dedicated helpline numbers and an email ID specifically for LSS USS-related queries:
| Query Type | Contact |
|---|---|
| Computer/Portal Related Issues |
0471-2546833 / 0471-2546832 |
| Exam/File Related Queries |
0471-2546823 / 0471-2546827 |
| Email Helpdesk | lssusshelpdesk@gmail.com |
| Official Portal | bpekerala.in/lss_uss_2026 |