For ISC Class 12, English is a compulsory subject. Failing it means you do not get a passing certificate, even if you pass in all other subjects

If you fail the English subject in ISC Class 12, you will be considered failed in the board exam 2026 because passing English is mandatory, even if you pass other subjects. You can appear for the compartment/improvement exam in July 2026 to prove you passed this subject. Generally, 35% or 40% marks are required to pass each subject.