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The Punjab Board Committee of Chairmen has officially approved a 10-point grading system for matriculation and intermediate examinations, as reported.
Under this new system, students’ performance will be assessed based on grades and GPA instead of numerical marks.
The term “Unsatisfactory” will replace “Fail,” and the passing percentage will be increased from 33% to 40%.
The system will be introduced in phases:
- In the first phase, students of classes 9 and 11 will receive grades instead of marks starting in 2026.
- In the second phase, the system will extend to classes 10 and 12 from 2027.According to board officials, the purpose of this change is to shift the focus from the competition for marks to enhancing students’ academic performance.
New School Timings Announced
Meanwhile, revised school timings have been issued following the holidays.
- Single-shift schools will operate from 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM (12:00 PM on Fridays).
- Double-shift schools:
- First shift: 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM (12:00 PM on Fridays).
- Second shift: 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM (2:30 PM on Fridays).
The new schedule will take effect from April 7, with updated summer timings to be announced after April 15.
