The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) has officially confirmed the start date for the first phase of its annual intermediate examinations for 2026. The exams will commence on April 29th, 2026 .
This announcement brings clarity to private and regular candidates who have been awaiting the final examination schedule. The BIEK has also issued detailed instructions regarding the issuance of admit cards, particularly for private students, and has outlined a clear procedure for those who face delays in receiving their documentation.
The annual intermediate examinations for 2026 will begin on April 29, covering a wide range of academic disciplines. The board has confirmed that the first phase will include students from both Part I and Part II.
The following groups are included in the upcoming session:
Pre-Medical
Pre-Engineering
Science General
Arts (Regular)
Home Economics
Arts Private groups
Candidates appearing for Intermediate Part I, Part II, and the combined Part I and II examinations are advised to finalize their preparations as the deadline approaches.
In a significant move to streamline the process, the Board of Intermediate Education Karachi has stated that admit cards for private candidates have already been dispatched to their registered postal addresses. This includes all students who submitted their forms for the 2026 annual exams.
Officials at BIEK have urged private candidates to check their mailboxes promptly. The board has set a critical deadline: all students should ensure they receive their admit cards by April 25, 2026 .
Recognizing that postal delays can occur, the Karachi Board has established a clear contingency plan. Candidates who do not receive their admit cards by April 25 are instructed not to panic.
According to the board’s official directive, such students can collect duplicate admit cards from the relevant section at the board office. The service for issuing duplicate copies will be available starting from April 27, 2026 .
To prevent fraud and ensure the correct issuance of documents, BIEK officials have specified that applicants seeking a duplicate admit card must present the following original documents:
The original examination form and fee receipt.
The registration card or proof of registration.
A copy of their matriculation (SSC) marks sheet.
Without these documents, the board will not issue a duplicate admit card. Candidates are strongly advised to gather these materials well before April 27 to avoid last-minute inconvenience.
This update on intermediate exams follows a recent revision in the schedule for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations by the Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK). The SSC exams, which are currently underway, began on April 10, 2026 .
Initially, the BSEK had planned to conduct the SSC examinations from April 7 to May 2 across the Karachi Division. However, the board was forced to alter the dates after encountering significant issues during the transition from a manual to a digital system.
According to a spokesperson from the Board of Secondary Education Karachi, the digital system experienced a temporary disruption when the newly installed software became overloaded. This caused delays and confusion among students and school administrators.
"The system faced a temporary overload, but our IT team acted immediately," a BSEK official stated. "The issue has been fully resolved, and the revised schedule has been implemented successfully." The board confirmed that despite the initial hiccup, the SSC exams are now proceeding smoothly across all centers.

As the April 29 start date for the BIEK intermediate exams draws near, here is a quick checklist for all students:
Confirm Receipt: Check your postal mail for the admit card before April 25.
Visit the Board: If you haven’t received it by April 25, plan to visit the BIEK office on April 27.
Carry Documents: Bring your fee receipt, registration proof, and matric marks sheet for a duplicate card.
Stay Updated: Regularly check the official BIEK website for any further changes or center notifications.
The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi has assured that all arrangements have been made to ensure a smooth examination process, learning from the technical challenges faced during the SSC digital transition. Students are encouraged to arrive at their examination centers at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time.