Punjab Board Announces 2026 Matric Exam Schedule: Key Dates for Class 9th & 10th Students

Punjab Board Announces 2026 Matric Exam Schedule: Key Dates for Class 9th & 10th Students

The Punjab Boards Committee of Coordinators (PBCC) has officially revealed the comprehensive examination schedule for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Part-I (Class 9) and Part-II (Class 10) annual examinations for the academic year 2026 . The released timeline provides crucial dates for the first and second annual exams, result announcements, and supplementary admission processes, allowing students, parents, and educational institutions across the province to plan effectively.

Official 2026 Punjab Matric Examination Timeline: A Detailed Breakdown

According to the official notification circulated to all nine Punjab boards including Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, Rawalpindi, Bahawalpur, Sargodha, Dera Ghazi Khan, and Sahiwal the pivotal academic dates for 2026 are as follows:

First Annual Examinations 2026

The cornerstone of the academic calendar, the first annual SSC examinations for Class 10th, are expected to commence on March 27th, 2026, and the first annual SSC examinations for Class 9th, are expected to commence on April 14th, 2026 .This start date aligns with the typical end of the third academic quarter, giving students ample time for final preparation and revision. The practical examinations are expected to be held in the preceding weeks, with individual boards releasing detailed date sheets for each subject group (Science, General, etc.) closer to the exam period.

First Annual Result Announcements

Following the conclusion of the examination and the extensive paper marking and compilation process, the Punjab boards will announce the results in phases:

• Class 10th (SSC Part-II) Result 2026: The results for the matriculation (Class 10) first annual exams are tentatively planned for declaration on August 6th, 2026 .

• Class 9th (SSC Part-I) Result 2026: The results for Class 9th first annual exams are expected to be announced later, on September 2nd, 2026 .

This staggered result release allows the boards to manage the extensive data processing for millions of answer scripts efficiently.

Second Annual (Supplementary) Examinations Cycle

For students who may not achieve the required passing marks in the first annual exams, the Punjab boards have outlined a clear schedule for the second annual, or supplementary, examinations.

1. Admission Window: The application process for the supplementary exams is critical. The schedule indicates that the admission forms will be accepted from August 7 to August 19, 2026 . Students must remain vigilant, as this window is typically strict, and late submissions are rarely entertained.

2. Examination Dates: The second annual SSC examinations for 2026 are set to begin on October 6th, 2026 . These exams provide a vital second chance for students to clear their papers and proceed to the next academic level.

3. Supplementary Result 2026: The outcomes of the second annual exams are expected to be announced on December 8th, 2026 , concluding the annual examination cycle for the year.

Strategic Planning and Official Guidance for Students

Education experts and board officials emphasize the importance of using this timeline as a strategic roadmap. "The early release of the 2026 schedule is a student-friendly move. It allows candidates to structure their year-long preparation with clarity, reducing last-minute anxiety," commented a senior official from the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Lahore .

Students are strongly advised to initiate their preparation early, focusing on understanding concepts and completing the entire syllabus prescribed by their respective Punjab board. Consistent study, revision of past papers, and attention to practical work are recommended for optimal performance.

Critical Advisory on Official Confirmation

While the circulated schedule provides a reliable framework, the Punjab Boards Committee of Coordinators and individual BISE authorities have issued a standard advisory. Candidates and their guardians are urged to regularly monitor the official websites of their respective Punjab boards for any potential revisions, detailed date sheets, or specific instructions.

Official notifications regarding exam center allocations, roll number slips, and any changes to the schedule will only be communicated through these authentic channels. Relying on unofficial sources for critical information is discouraged.

Impact and Next Steps for Punjab's Educational Landscape

The announcement of the 2026 exam schedule sets the tempo for the upcoming academic year. School administrations across Punjab are expected to align their internal assessments, pre-board exams, and revision plans with these dates. Parents can now better support their children by helping them create a balanced study plan that leads up to the March 2026 exams.

This transparent communication from the Punjab education authorities is seen as a positive step towards streamlining the high-stakes matriculation examination process, which impacts the future academic and career paths of millions of young learners in the province.