The Punjab Education Department has officially revealed the academic schedule for the upcoming year. The 2025-26 session will begin on April 1, 2025, while the current academic session (2024-25) will wrap up with annual exams scheduled from March 04 to March 20, 2025. The new academic plan introduces significant changes, especially to the matriculation syllabus and marking scheme, with the goal of enhancing educational standards.
Key Highlights
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Academic Year 2025-26: Begins on April 1, 2025
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Annual Exams (2024-25): March 04 – March 20, 2025
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Result Announcement: Last week of March 2025
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Matriculation Syllabus Changes: Revised marking scheme for Islamic Studies and Pakistan Studies
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New Marking Scheme:
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Islamic Studies: 100 Marks (Previously 50) – Exam in 9th Grade
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Pakistan Studies: 100 Marks (Previously 50) – Exam in 10th Grade
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New Textbooks: Updated syllabus incorporated; printing underway
Examination Schedule
The Punjab Education Department has established the following timeline for the upcoming annual exams.
| Event | Date |
| Annual Exams Start | March 04, 2025 |
| Annual Exams End | March 20, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | Last Week of March 2025 |
| New Academic Year Starts | April 1, 2025 |
With over 6.5 million students from 42,000+ government schools participating in the annual exams, authorities have assured smooth conduct of examinations across Punjab.
Changes in Matriculation Marking Scheme
A significant update in the academic curriculum involves changes in the marking scheme for two major subjects:
1. Islamic Studies (Islamiat) – 9th Grade
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Previous Total Marks: 50
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New Total Marks: 100
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To be examined in Grade 9
2. Pakistan Studies – 10th Grade
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Previous Total Marks: 50
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New Total Marks: 100
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To be examined in Grade 10
Rationale Behind Changes
Education officials believe these updates will: Provide students with a deeper understanding of these subjects
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Enhance overall academic standards
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Ensure comprehensive learning rather than rote memorization
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Align with modern education policies for a structured curriculum
New Textbooks and Syllabus Update
To align with these changes, the Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board (PCTB) has revised the syllabus and textbooks. The updated textbooks are currently being printed and will be available before the start of the new session.
Impact on Students & Teachers
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Students: The increased marks mean greater weightage for these subjects in overall results, emphasizing their importance.
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Teachers: Required to adjust teaching strategies to cover extended syllabi effectively.
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Examination Authorities: Need to restructure exam papers and assessment criteria accordingly.
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