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Punjab Education Department New Academic Year 2025: Key Announcements & Exam Details
The Punjab Education Department has officially announced the commencement date for the new academic year 2025-26. The schedule includes important details about exams, syllabus updates, and changes in marking criteria. Here’s everything students, parents, and educators need to know.
Annual Exams 2024-25: Dates and Participants
The annual examinations for the 2024-25 session will begin on March 10, 2025, and will continue until March 20, 2025. These exams will be held across 42,000 government schools in Punjab, with more than 6.5 million students expected to appear.
Results & Start of the New Academic Year 2025
Education authorities have confirmed that results will be announced in the last week of March 2025. Following this, the new academic year 2025-26 will commence on April 1, 2025. This timeline allows students to transition smoothly into the next academic session.
Major Changes in Matriculation Exam Format
The Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board (PCTB) has introduced key changes in the examination format for matriculation students, effective from the academic year 2025-26. The most significant updates include:
- Increase in Total Marks: The marks for Islamic Studies and Pakistan Studies have been raised from 50 to 100 for each subject.
- Exam Division: Students will now take the Islamic Studies exam in ninth grade, while the Pakistan Studies exam will be conducted in matriculation (10th grade).
- Revised Syllabus & New Textbooks: The Punjab Textbook Board (PTBB) has already implemented these changes in the updated syllabus, and the process of printing the new textbooks has begun.
Why These Changes Matter?
The revision in marking scheme aims to provide students with a deeper understanding of these subjects. Increasing the total marks allows for more comprehensive evaluation, ensuring that students gain a stronger grasp of historical, cultural, and religious studies.
Final Thoughts
The Punjab Education Department’s new academic year 2025 schedule and examination updates are essential for students, teachers, and parents. By preparing for these changes in advance, students can align their studies accordingly and excel in their exams. Schools are advised to update their teaching methodologies based on the revised syllabus.
For more updates on Punjab’s educational policies and exam schedules, stay informed with official announcements from the Punjab Education Department.
Fahad Munir is a seasoned journalist and editor at Awam PK, specializing in sharing accurate and timely news, job updates, and educational information to the Pakistani audience.
