The Class 12 State Board exam results in Tamil Nadu faced a potential delay due to the absence of an Education Minister following the recent elections. Traditionally, the Minister has been responsible for announcing results, a practice that started in 2018 under former Minister K.A. Sengottaiyan. This year, with no government in place, the School Education Department initially decided to postpone the results, causing significant disappointment among students, teachers, and parents. Educationists argued that the release of results should not depend on a Minister, as it could hinder students' opportunities for college applications. Amid public outcry, including pressure from child rights groups and education advocates, the department reversed its decision. On May 8, 2026, the results were announced as scheduled, with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar urging for timely disclosure. His intervention highlighted the importance of prioritizing students' needs over bureaucratic delays.