The Punjab Matric Exams 2026 are officially announced by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Faisalabad, which has officially released the examination schedule for the 2026 Secondary School Certificate (SSC) annual exams. This announcement sets the official timeline for matriculation students across the entire province of Punjab.
Key Exam Dates for Punjab Boards 2026
- Grade 10 (Matriculation) Annual Examinations: Begin March 27, 2026.
- Grade 9 Annual Examinations: Begin April 14, 2026.
Important Information for All Candidates
The board has provided crucial clarification for specific candidates:
- Students appearing for mark improvement or reappearing in failed subjects will be examined according to the same syllabus in which they originally appeared.
- This rule ensures consistency and fairness for all private and composite candidates.
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Uniform Schedule for All Punjab Boards
This announced schedule is uniformly applicable to all Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education across Punjab. Students under the following boards should follow this same timeline:
- BISE Lahore
- BISE Rawalpindi
- BISE Multan
- BISE Gujranwala
- BISE Sargodha
- BISE Sahiwal
- BISE Bahawalpur
- BISE Dera Ghazi Khan
The synchronized calendar ensures a standardized examination process for all Grade 9 and Grade 10 (matric) students in the province.
Next Steps for Students
Students are advised to:
- Confirm the date sheet with their respective school or board.
- Begin their revision planning according to the announced timeline.
- Check for any additional notices or practical exam schedules from their specific board.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Punjab Matric Exams 2026
Q: When do the Punjab Grade 10 board exams start in 2026?
A: The Punjab Grade 10 (SSC) annual exams begin on March 27, 2026.
Q: When do the Punjab Grade 9 board exams start in 2026?
A: The Punjab Grade 9 annual exams start on April 14, 2026.
Q: Is this date sheet the same for Lahore Board?
A: Yes. All Punjab boards, including Lahore, follow a uniform calendar. This schedule applies to all.
Q: What syllabus will private/reappear candidates follow?
A: Private candidates or those improving marks will follow the same old syllabus in which they initially appeared.
Q: Which Punjab boards are included in this announcement?
A: All Punjab boards: Faisalabad, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Gujranwala, Sargodha, Sahiwal, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan.
