Last year, the Bihar Board (BSEB) increased the prize money for Class 12 toppers. First-rank holders in the board exams (Class 10 and 12) now receive Rs 2 lakh, up from Rs 1 lakh. Second-rank holders are awarded Rs 1.5 lakh, doubling the previous Rs 75,000, while third-rank students receive Rs 1 lakh, an increase from Rs 50,000. Those securing fourth to tenth ranks now get Rs 30,000 instead of Rs 15,000. In addition to cash prizes, top-ranking students are also awarded a laptop, a certificate, and a medal.