The chairpersons of all nine educational boards in Punjab have agreed to introduce a technology-based examination system to improve transparency, consistency and efficiency in upcoming matriculation and intermediate examinations.
The decision was made during a meeting of the chairpersons of Punjab's nine Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISEs), held in Lahore. The meeting was chaired by Lahore Board Chairman Professor Badrul Salam. Deputy Secretary Higher Education and Lahore Board Secretary Rizwan Nazir also attended.
During the meeting, it was decided that examination papers for four science subjects would be conducted on E-sheets next year. The participants also finalised the subjects in which on-screen marking will be introduced for matric and intermediate examinations.
Under the proposed system, students' answer sheets will be assessed digitally rather than relying entirely on traditional manual marking. The initiative aims to reduce marking errors, improve consistency and make the examination process more transparent.
The meeting also reviewed the infrastructure and logistical requirements of all educational boards. Officials discussed measures to strengthen existing facilities and ensure that the printing and on-screen marking systems are implemented effectively.
Participants further considered forming specialised teams to oversee different aspects of the new examination arrangements and ensure uniform implementation across all nine boards.
Speaking at the meeting, Lahore Board Chairman Professor Badrul Salam said that all educational boards would be provided with a transparent, standardised and technology-driven examination system to make the assessment process more effective and reliable.
The move is part of Punjab's broader efforts to modernise its examination system and introduce technology-based solutions in the assessment of matriculation and intermediate students.
Further details regarding the selected science subjects, implementation arrangements and examination procedures are expected to be shared by the concerned boards.
