The Punjab Boards have officially announced the Class 10 (Matric) Annual Examination Date Sheet 2026, bringing clarity for thousands of students across the province.
The exams will begin in March 2026 and continue into April, following a uniform timetable across all Punjab educational boards including:
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Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Lahore
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Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Gujranwala
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Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Multan
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Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Faisalabad
Students from both Science and Arts groups must now finalize their preparation according to the official timetable.
Exam Timings for 2026 Matric Exams
According to the announced schedule:
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Morning Session: 9:00 AM
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Evening Session: 2:00 PM
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Friday Evening Papers: 2:30 PM
Students are strictly advised to reach examination centers at least 30 minutes before reporting time.
Punjab Class 10 Exam Date Sheet 2026 (Written Papers)
Here is the subject-wise breakdown:
📅 March 27, 2026 (Friday)
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Morning: Arabic / Clothing & Textile / Geometrical & Technical Drawing
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Evening: Household Accounts (Girls) / History of Islam / History of Pakistan
📅 March 30, 2026
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English (Compulsory) – Group First
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English (Compulsory) – Group Second
📅 March 31, 2026
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Economics / Physiology & Hygiene
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Child Development & Family Living / Health & Physical Education
📅 April 1, 2026
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Physics – Group First
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Physics – Group Second
📅 April 2, 2026
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Persian / Food & Nutrition
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Civics / Wood Work
📅 April 3, 2026 (Friday)
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Tarjama-tul-Quran-e-Majeed (Compulsory) – Group First
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Tarjama-tul-Quran-e-Majeed – Group Second
📅 April 6, 2026
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Biology – Group First
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Biology – Group Second
📅 April 7, 2026
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Education
📅 April 8, 2026
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Chemistry – Group First
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Chemistry – Group Second
📅 April 9, 2026
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Islamiat (Compulsory – Old Course)
📅 April 10, 2026 (Friday)
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Urdu (Compulsory) – Group First
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Urdu (Compulsory) – Group Second
📅 April 13, 2026
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Mathematics (Science Group) – Group First
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Mathematics (Science Group) – Group Second
📅 April 14, 2026
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Elements of Home Economics
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Geography / Electrical Wiring
📅 April 15, 2026
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Pakistan Studies (Compulsory) – Group First
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Pakistan Studies – Group Second
📅 April 16, 2026
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Punjabi / Urdu Literature / English Literature
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Art & Model Drawing / Dress Making / Management for Better Homes
Practical Exams Schedule
The boards have also confirmed that practical examinations will be conducted after the completion of written exams.
Detailed subject-wise practical dates will be shared separately by respective boards.
Students should stay in contact with their schools for:
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Practical roll number slips
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Lab timings
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Subject-specific instructions
Important Instructions for Students
Authorities have advised candidates to:
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Bring original roll number slips
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Carry valid identification documents if required
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Avoid prohibited items in exam centers
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Follow board-issued examination rules
Strict monitoring is expected to ensure transparency and fairness.
How Students Should Prepare Now
With the final date sheet officially announced:
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Create a subject-wise revision plan
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Prioritize weak subjects
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Practice past papers
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Focus on time management
March is very close, and disciplined preparation over the next few weeks will be crucial.
