Islamabad, Jan 2: The Punjab government has announced plans to increase the minimum passing marks for exams conducted under all provincial educational boards to 40%, starting in 2026.
Key Points:
- New Policy: The minimum passing marks will be raised from the current level to 40% for students appearing in exams under Punjab’s educational boards.
- Implementation Delay: While the change was initially scheduled for this year, final approval from the Punjab Cabinet is still pending.
- Revised Grading System: Along with the passing marks increase, the Higher Education Department (HED) is also preparing to introduce a new grading system.
- Preparation for Changes: The HED is working on ensuring smooth implementation, with a summary already prepared for the cabinet’s endorsement.
The revised policy aims to enhance academic standards while improving overall performance across the provincial education system.
