Matric and Intermediate Boards Exams 2026 Date Released
The Punjab Board Exam Dates 2026 have been officially announced by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Faisalabad, bringing clarity for students preparing for Matric and Intermediate annual examinations. Since all Punjab boards follow a standardized provincial examination calendar, the dates issued by the Faisalabad board will be implemented across the province without change.
Punjab Board Exam Dates 2026
Official unified schedule for Matric and Intermediate examinations
📘 Intermediate Part II
Grade 12 examination start date
- Exams begin on May 5, 2026
- Conducted across all Punjab boards
- Uniform assessment system
📗 Intermediate Part I
Grade 11 examination schedule
- Exams start from May 24, 2026
- Staggered after Grade 12
- Improved logistics management
📝 Matric Grade 10
SSC composite annual exams
- Start date: March 27, 2026
- Same for regular and private candidates
- Province-wide implementation
📄 Matric Grade 9
SSC Part I exam timeline
- Begin from April 14, 2026
- Part of regular SSC cycle
- Uniform dates across boards
📑 Improvement Policy
Rules for reappear candidates
- Same syllabus applies
- No revised course announced
- Consistent academic continuity
🏛️ Punjab Boards
Standardized examination calendar
- Applicable to all Punjab boards
- Issued by BISE Faisalabad
- Ensures fairness province-wide
Quick Actions / Key Points
- Mark exam dates on your academic calendar
- Prepare according to announced timelines
- Follow original syllabus for improvement exams
- Verify roll number slips from respective boards
This announcement is important for students, parents, and educational institutions as it provides a clear academic timeline. With confirmed dates for SSC and HSSC exams, candidates can now plan their preparation schedules in a more organized and focused manner.
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Intermediate Examination Schedule Under Punjab Board Exam Dates 2026
According to the official schedule, the Intermediate Part II (Grade 12) examinations will commence on May 5, 2026. These exams will be conducted simultaneously across all Punjab boards, ensuring uniformity in assessment and administration.

The Intermediate Part I (Grade 11) examinations will begin later, starting from May 24, 2026. This staggered approach allows boards to manage examination logistics efficiently while giving students adequate time for revision.
- Grade 12 exams start earlier in May
- Grade 11 exams follow after a short gap
- Same dates apply to all Punjab boards
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Matric Examination Schedule for Punjab Boards 2026
The Punjab Board Exam Dates 2026 also cover the Secondary School Certificate annual examinations. As per the issued timetable, the Grade 10 (composite) matric examinations will begin on March 27, 2026, across Punjab.
For Grade 9 students, the annual examinations are scheduled to start on April 14, 2026. These dates are part of the regular SSC examination cycle followed by all boards in the province.
- Grade 10 exams scheduled in March
- Grade 9 exams set for mid-April
- Same schedule for regular and private candidates
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Overview of Matric and Intermediate Boards Exams 2026
The table below provides a clear summary of the Matric and Intermediate examination schedule announced for 2026, helping students quickly understand the timeline.
| Examination Level | Class | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| SSC | Grade 10 | March 27, 2026 |
| SSC | Grade 9 | April 14, 2026 |
| HSSC | Part II (Grade 12) | May 5, 2026 |
| HSSC | Part I (Grade 11) | May 24, 2026 |
This unified schedule ensures fairness and consistency in examinations conducted across Punjab.
Policy for Improvement and Reappear Candidates
The board has clarified that candidates appearing to improve their marks or reappear in failed subjects will follow the same syllabus in which they previously appeared. No revised or updated syllabus has been announced for such candidates.
This policy maintains academic continuity and prevents confusion among students. Candidates are advised to prepare according to the original course content approved by their respective boards.
- Same syllabus for improvement cases
- No change in course content
- Uniform rules across Punjab
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Punjab Boards Following the Same Exam Calendar
All Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education across Punjab follow a uniform examination calendar. This means the Punjab Board Exam Dates 2026 announced by BISE Faisalabad will also apply to Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Gujranwala, Sargodha, Sahiwal, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan boards.
Students from all these boards will appear in examinations on the same dates, ensuring equal academic standards throughout the province.
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FAQs
When will Matric exams start under Punjab Board Exam Dates 2026?
Grade 10 exams will start on March 27, 2026, while Grade 9 exams will begin on April 14, 2026.
What are the Intermediate exam dates for 2026 in Punjab?
Intermediate Part II exams will start on May 5, 2026, and Part I exams will commence on May 24, 2026.
Will improvement and reappear candidates follow a new syllabus?
No, such candidates will appear under the same syllabus they followed in their previous attempt.
Are these dates applicable to all Punjab boards?
Yes, all Punjab boards follow the same standardized examination calendar.
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