Breaking News: Punjab Announces Matric Exam Schedule 2026 – Class 9 & 10 Exams Start March 3
The Government of Punjab has officially announced the starting date for the Matric Exam Schedule 2026, bringing relief and clarity for millions of students across the province. According to the notification issued by the Punjab Boards Committee of Chairmen (PBCC), the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Part-I and Part-II exams will start on March 3, 2026, under all Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISEs) in Punjab.
This decision finalizes the much-awaited examination calendar for 2026, ensuring that all nine educational boards in Punjab — including Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, Rawalpindi, Bahawalpur, Sahiwal, Sargodha, and DG Khan — will follow a uniform schedule for Class 9 and 10 students.
Exam Schedule Confirmed by All Punjab Boards
In the official statement, PBCC confirmed that the SSC Part-II (10th class) exams will commence first, starting on March 3, followed by SSC Part-I (9th class) exams after a short gap. The exams will be conducted in both morning and evening sessions across the province.
| Exam Type | Starting Date | Session | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC Part-II (Class 10) | March 3, 2026 | Morning & Evening | Written exams |
| SSC Part-I (Class 9) | March 18, 2026 (expected) | Morning & Evening | Written exams |
| Practical Exams | May 2026 | Day Session | Science & Technical Groups |
The same schedule will be followed by all Punjab boards, ensuring transparency, consistency, and proper management of examination activities across districts.
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No Manual Forms Accepted This Year
This year, the boards have decided to completely digitize the admission process. According to the notification, manual forms or manually paid challans will not be accepted under any circumstances. Students must submit their online admission forms along with the paid challan through the official board websites.
This initiative aims to make the process faster, more secure, and transparent, reducing paperwork and minimizing human errors during registration.
Step-by-Step: How to Submit Online Admission Form
All regular and private students of Class 9 and 10 are required to follow the steps below to submit their examination forms:
- Visit the official website of your respective board (e.g., www.biselahore.com).
- Click on the “Online Admission for SSC Annual Exams 2026” option.
- For private candidates, enter your CNIC number or Form-B number.
- Fill out your personal details, subjects, and group correctly.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph.
- Generate and download your fee challan.
- Deposit the fee in any designated bank (HBL, UBL, or Bank of Punjab).
- Upload the paid challan on the board website.
- Print a copy of your form and submit it to your school or directly to the board (for private students).
Officials have urged students to carefully review all entered data before submission to avoid mistakes that can cause issues in roll number slips or results.
Last Date for Admission and Fee Schedule
The Punjab education boards have announced the deadline schedule for submitting online admission forms with normal, double, and triple fees.
| Fee Type | Last Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Fee | December 15, 2025 | No fine applicable |
| Double Fee | December 31, 2025 | Within grace period |
| Triple Fee | January 15, 2026 | Final closing date |
Students are strongly advised to apply before the normal fee deadline to avoid paying extra charges. After January 15, 2026, no forms will be accepted, as the data will be finalized for roll number slip generation.
Boards Emphasize Timely Compliance
In a press briefing, a spokesperson for the Lahore Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education stated that timely submission is crucial. Schools and students must ensure they meet deadlines and verify fee deposits through online systems.
“We are moving towards a completely digital model to simplify the process for students. This will help reduce queues, manual errors, and delays in roll number slip distribution,”
— BISE Lahore Spokesperson.
The system automatically verifies paid challans through bank integration, ensuring faster confirmation without manual intervention.
Why the Online System Matters
The full digitization of the registration process is part of the Punjab government’s Education Digital Transformation Policy 2025, designed to improve record-keeping and monitoring of examinations. Key benefits include:
- Error-free student data entry through automated validation.
- Faster communication between schools and boards.
- Reduced use of paper, promoting eco-friendly practices.
- Instant tracking of application status and challan verification.
This new system has been implemented after successful pilot testing in 2024, which helped identify and resolve common registration issues.
Responsibilities of Schools and Private Candidates
All public and private school administrations have been directed to monitor their students’ registrations and ensure that no candidate is left unregistered. Private candidates must also carefully follow online instructions, as no manual correction window will be offered after submission.
The boards have further instructed schools to keep hard copies of all submitted forms and bank receipts for audit verification.
Exam Preparation Advice for Students
With the schedule now confirmed, students are advised to shift their focus to exam preparation and past paper practice. Teachers and board officials have shared useful tips for maximizing success in the 2026 exams.
Study Tips for Matric Students 2026
- Start revising from November 2025 to complete the syllabus early.
- Make a daily timetable and divide study hours for each subject.
- Solve past five years’ papers to understand question trends.
- Practice MCQs and short questions for time management.
- Attempt mock exams under timed conditions.
- Maintain healthy sleep and diet routines to improve focus.
Board authorities have also hinted that minor paper pattern updates may be introduced this year to encourage conceptual understanding instead of rote memorization.
Punjab Boards’ Unified Coordination
All nine BISEs across Punjab are working under a centralized framework managed by PBCC. Each board will organize exams, appoint invigilators, and maintain strict monitoring to ensure fair and transparent examination conduct.
The boards will also deploy monitoring teams to check for unfair means, impersonation, or paper leakage. Each exam center will have CCTV cameras installed, continuing the policy from previous years.
Practical Examinations and Result Timeline
After the written exams conclude, practical exams for science and technical subjects will begin in May 2026. Each board will issue separate date sheets for practicals by late April.
As per standard practice, the Matric Result 2026 is expected to be announced in July 2026 for Part-II students and August 2026 for Part-I candidates.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Punjab Matric Exam Schedule 2026:
1. When will Matric Exams 2026 start in Punjab?
The exams for Class 10 (Part-II) will start from March 3, 2026, followed by Class 9 papers later in March.
2. Can students submit admission forms manually?
No. All boards have strictly prohibited manual form submissions for 2026.
3. What are the official last dates for admission form submission?
Normal fee: Dec 15, 2025, double fee: Dec 31, 2025, triple fee: Jan 15, 2026.
4. When will roll number slips be issued?
Roll number slips will be available online and at schools by mid-February 2026.
5. Will the paper pattern change in 2026?
Some adjustments to MCQs and short-answer questions may be introduced to improve conceptual testing.
6. Where can students check updates?
Visit your board’s website such as biselahore.com or bisefsd.edu.pk for notifications and roll number slips.
7. What happens if a student misses the deadline?
Late submission will require double or triple fee, and forms after Jan 15, 2026 will not be accepted.
8. When will Matric results be declared?
Results are expected in July and August 2026 for Part-II and Part-I respectively.
Conclusion – Punjab Announces Matric Exam Schedule 2026
The announcement of the Punjab Matric Exam Schedule 2026 marks the beginning of preparations for thousands of students across the province. Starting on March 3, 2026, the exams will be held under strict supervision, digital registration, and improved transparency.
Students are encouraged to register online on time, begin structured preparation, and stay updated with official board notifications. With these reforms, Punjab aims to make the 2026 examination process faster, smoother, and more reliable for every student.
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