The Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISEs) across Punjab have officially announced the starting date for the Matric (Class 9 and 10) Annual Examinations 2026.
According to an official notification issued by the boards, the SSC Part-I and Part-II First Annual Exams 2026 will begin on March 3, 2026 (Tuesday), across all examination centers in Punjab.
This schedule applies to all public and private schools affiliated with the Punjab boards, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Gujranwala, Sahiwal, Bahawalpur, DG Khan, and Sargodha.
🗓️ Admission Schedule Announced
All Punjab boards have released the complete timeline for online submission of admission forms along with the fee challans. Candidates must ensure that both the online admission form and the paid challan copies are submitted before the deadlines announced by their respective boards.
Officials have made it clear that:
🚫 Manual admission forms or manually deposited challans will not be accepted under any circumstances.
School heads and private candidates are instructed to visit the official websites of their respective BISEs for complete details, including fee structures, deadlines, and online submission procedures.
🧾 Purpose of the New Policy
According to the Punjab Boards Committee of Chairpersons (PBCC), these measures are aimed at:
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Ensuring transparency and uniformity in the admission process.
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Digitizing board operations to minimize paperwork and manual errors.
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Improving efficiency in exam form processing and data management.
Officials added that the shift toward a fully online system will help schools and students save time and reduce delays in exam registration.
🏫 Key Instructions for Schools and Students
✅ Schools must verify student data before submission.
✅ Use the official BISE portals only for uploading and printing admission forms.
✅ Keep digital and printed copies of all documents for record.
✅ Submit forms well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
The boards have also advised students to begin exam preparation early, as the new academic calendar leaves limited time before the annual exams.
📣 Final Word
With the matric exam schedule officially confirmed, Punjab’s education boards are moving toward a more transparent and tech-driven examination system.
Students, teachers, and parents are urged to stay updated via official board websites to avoid missing important deadlines or announcements.
