On April 30, 2026, the CISCE declared the ICSE Class 10 results 2026. Among the top scorers nationally was a 15-year-old from JBCN International School, Borivali: Om Sandeep Porwal, who scored 99.60%. When he broke the news to his family, the whole house lit up, they had watched him work steadily, day after day, without the last-minute scramble that defines most board exam seasons.

Across the school, the results tell the same story of consistency. The class average was 90.14% with a 100% pass rate. This blog covers both: the school-wide data and Om's detailed account of how he prepared — because the two reflect the same underlying approach.

JBCN Borivali ICSE 2026: Results at a Glance

Performance Across Score Bands

A strong topper score is expected. What's harder to achieve — and more meaningful — is a cohort where the majority performs consistently well across all bands.

The 87% of learners scoring above 80% is the number that matters most here. It indicates that the school's preparation is broad-based, not built around peak performers. The 67% with a perfect 100 in at least one subject reflects subject-level depth across the cohort.

Subject-Wise Performance Highlights

No subject stands out as a weak point. The cohort held up across languages, sciences, and humanities — a pattern consistent with ICSE's demand for breadth alongside depth.

The 96% scoring above 80% in English is particularly notable. English is the subject Om himself found most challenging and the one he worked hardest to master.

School Topper: Om Sandeep Porwal, 99.60%

Om Sandeep Porwal, 15, topped JBCN International School, Borivali in the ICSE 2026 board examinations with 99.60%. In a conversation with Times Now Digital, he laid out exactly how he got there and his approach is worth reading carefully, because it is built on principles that any student can replicate.

The 5 P's: Om's Framework for the Year

Om attributes his result to one overarching quality — Consistency — supported by what he calls the 5 P's:

These were not abstract values. They showed up in how Om structured every day of the academic year — from how many hours he studied, to how he handled the subject he found hardest.

Om's Daily Routine and Study Habits

What stands out about Om's approach is how structured and sustainable it was. He did not rely on marathon sessions or last-minute intensity.

On his daily approach, Om said: "For me, studying every day mattered more than occasional long hours. I focused on clearing concepts rather than rote learning and made it a point to regularly compensate for any backlogs."

Sport, Balance, and Not Isolating Himself

One of the most striking parts of Om's story is what he did not do. He did not isolate himself. Many students pull back from everything during board preparation — Om kept playing football, cricket, and chess. "I made sure to play for at least an hour daily," he said.

He was deliberate about the balance, though. TV shows and movies were allowed — but only in short 15-minute breaks. "Every minute counts, so be aware and stay away from social media," he advised.

Sleep was non-negotiable: 7–7.5 hours every night. His view was simple — a rested mind performs better than an exhausted one, and the discipline of a sleep schedule was part of his overall consistency.

How Om Tackled His Weakest Subject: English

Om's approach to difficulty is particularly instructive. English — with its demand for precise writing — was his weakest subject and a source of genuine anxiety. His response was not to move on or give it less attention. He took a step back and worked harder on it until he improved.

He practised continuously, solved multiple past papers, and worked closely with his teachers for guidance. The result: 96% of the school's cohort scored above 80% in English — likely in part because the school's approach to the subject mirrors what Om did individually.

The Role of JBCN's Teachers

Om was specific about the school's contribution. JBCN's teachers, he said, extended their support beyond school hours, available when he needed to clear doubts outside the timetable. This is consistent with what JBCN Borivali's academic structure is built around: personalised support that adjusts to each learner's needs rather than a fixed class-wide pace.

How JBCN Borivali Prepares Learners for ICSE Board Exams

Om's story is individual. The school's 90.14% average and 100% pass rate are collective. The two reflect the same underlying approach.

• Concept-first teaching — lessons are built around understanding, which is exactly how ICSE exam papers are set and how Om describes his own method
• Continuous assessment throughout the year, allowing gaps to be caught and addressed early
• Teacher availability beyond school hours — as Om specifically mentioned, access to faculty outside class time was part of what kept him on track
• Personalised academic support — each learner's pace is accommodated

Beyond the Results: What Comes Next

For JBCN Borivali learners, Grade 10 results are a milestone, not an endpoint. Many will move into the Cambridge IGCSE and A Level pathway for Grades 11 and 12 at the same campus, or pursue other competitive programmes globally.

The analytical habits, writing discipline, and independent work ethic that ICSE builds are precisely what the Cambridge pathway demands. For Om — who demonstrated that calm, consistent effort beats pressure — that transition is the next chapter of the same story.

For Families Considering JBCN Borivali

If you are looking at ICSE schools in Borivali for your child, the 2026 results — and Om's account of how he prepared — offer a clear picture of what the school's environment produces. A 90.14% class average, a topper at 99.60%, and a student who credits his teachers as part of his success are not unrelated.

JBCN Borivali offers ICSE from Grade 6, alongside Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels. To learn more or schedule a campus visit, contact the JBCN Borivali admissions team.