DG Khan Board Announces Class 9th and 10th Annual Exams 2026 Date Sheet

DG Khan Board Announces Class 9th and 10th Annual Exams 2026 Date Sheet

The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Dera Ghazi Khan has officially released the Date Sheet for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) 1st Annual Examination 2026 . The schedule, which covers both Class 9th (SSC Part-I) and Class 10th (SSC Part-II) , was announced via a formal notification, bringing clarity and a timeline for students across the region to intensify their exam preparations.

DG Khan Board 10th Class Exams to Begin March 27, 2026

As per the notified schedule, the Class 10th (SSC Part-II) 1st Annual Examination, 2026 , will kick off first. Students appearing for the matriculation (10th grade) exams will see their first paper on Friday, 27th March 2026 .

Given that the exams are starting in late March, students are advised to utilize the remaining weeks for revision, focusing on pairing schemes and past papers to maximize their scores.

DG Khan Board 9th Class Exams to Commence April 17, 2026

Following the 10th-grade examinations, the Class 9th (SSC Part-I) 1st Annual Examination, 2026 , is scheduled to begin on Friday, 17th April 2026 .

The gap between the start of the two sets of exams is strategically designed to allow schools and examination centers to manage logistics effectively. For 9th-grade students, this timeline offers a crucial extra few weeks of study time compared to their 10th-grade counterparts.

Exam Timings: Morning and Evening Shifts

The DG Khan Board has strictly specified the attendance and paper timings for both shifts to ensure discipline and punctuality at examination centers. Students must arrive at their respective venues well before the reporting time to avoid any last-minute issues.

Morning Shift: Students are required to be present at the examination hall by 09:00 AM . The paper will commence shortly after the final roll call.
Evening Shift: Candidates appearing in the evening session must report by 02:00 PM .

It is pertinent to note that students are not allowed to enter the examination hall after the specified time, even if they possess a valid admit card.

How to Download the Official DG Khan Board Date Sheet 2026

While the notification has been dispatched to all affiliated educational institutions, the board has also made the date sheet available online for students. Candidates who are unable to collect a copy from their schools can download the complete schedule in PDF format from the official website: www.bisedgkhan.edu.pk .

To download the date sheet, students usually need to:

Visit the official BISE DG Khan website.
Click on the "Examinations" or "News & Announcements" section.
Look for the link titled "SSC 1st Annual Examination 2026 Date Sheet" or similar.
Download the PDF and save it for future reference.

Important Instructions for Students

With the release of the date sheet, the Board has also issued a set of instructions for candidates to ensure a smooth examination process:

Admit Cards: It is mandatory to bring the roll number slip (admit card) to the examination hall. Without it, entry will be strictly prohibited.
Stationery: Students must bring their own geometry boxes, pens, and pencils. Sharing stationery is discouraged.
Mobile Phones: Carrying mobile phones or any other electronic device into the examination hall is strictly banned. Strict action will be taken against students found violating this rule.
Practical Exams: The dates for practical examinations will be communicated separately by the respective institutions or will be mentioned in the detailed date sheet. Students are advised to stay in touch with their subject teachers regarding the schedule for science practicals.

Preparing for the Final Stretch

For the thousands of students affiliated with the DG Khan Board, the announcement of the date sheet marks the beginning of the final preparation phase. The board oversees examinations for a vast area, including districts like DG Khan, Rajanpur, Layyah, and Muzaffargarh.

Teachers and educational experts recommend that students now shift their focus from learning new topics to rigorous revision. Solving past papers from the last five years and practicing time management is crucial for performing well in the annual exams.

The Board has assured that all necessary arrangements are being made to conduct the examinations peacefully and transparently. Any updates regarding center allocations or changes in the schedule will be communicated through the official website and local media.