All government and private schools in Punjab have introduced 6 new matric subject groups for Grade 9 admissions for the 2025–26 academic year. These streams provide students with specialized, career-oriented education options.
Students and parents are being given complete details of these subject groups along with admission forms. Those promoted from Grade 8 have three days to consult their parents before finalizing their choice.
Classes for the new streams will begin on April 11, 2025.
List of 6 New Matric Subject Groups
1. Matric in Natural Sciences
- Subjects: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Career Paths: Medicine, Engineering, Research
2. Matric in Computer Science
- Subjects: Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Career Paths: Software Development, IT, Data Science
3. Matric in Health Science
- Subjects: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Health Science
- Career Paths: Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health
4. Matric in Agriculture
- Subjects: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Agricultural Science
- Career Paths: Agronomy, Horticulture, Agri-Business
5. Matric in Fashion Designing
- Subjects: Design, Textile Studies, Art, Elective
- Career Paths: Fashion Design, Merchandising, Styling
6. Matric in Arts
- Subjects: Fine Arts, Literature, History, Electives
- Career Paths: Teaching, Media, Creative Arts
Compulsory Subjects for All Streams
- Translation of the Quran
- English
- Urdu
- Islamiat
- Pakistan Studies
Why Choose These New Streams?
These new academic pathways are designed to help students align their education with future career goals. By offering specialized subjects, schools aim to enhance skill development and employability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Admissions are open now, and classes begin on April 11, 2025.
Switching may be possible within a limited time frame, but students should carefully choose their preferred stream.
Yes, both government and private schools are offering these streams.
Each stream is tailored to specific industries, such as healthcare, IT, agriculture, and creative arts, improving job prospects.
All streams include five compulsory subjects (Quran Translation, English, Urdu, Islamiat, Pakistan Studies).
