The Sindh Education Department has officially announced the exam schedule for 9th and 10th classes, providing clarity to thousands of matric students across the province.
According to the announcement, the 9th and 10th class examinations will be held from March 31 to April 15, 2026.
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The decision was made during a steering committee meeting chaired by Sindh Education Minister Sardar Shah, with the participation of Minister for Universities and Boards, Ismail Rahu.
The meeting addressed important academic matters including the exam schedule, school holidays, and school timings, and it was decided that the new academic year will start on April 1, 2026.
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Exams for classes up to 8th grade will continue as usual during Ramadan in March.
The 11th and 12th class exams are scheduled from April 15 to April 30, 2026. Results for intermediate (11th and 12th) students will begin to be issued from June 1, 2026.
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Summer vacations are planned for June and July, while any changes in the 2027 holiday schedule will be discussed in upcoming meetings.
The steering committee also directed all boards to ensure that exams are conducted using the OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) system, aiming for more efficient and transparent evaluation.
Students and parents are advised to keep track of official announcements from their respective boards regarding exam centers, timing, and final schedules.
