The education boards across Punjab have decided to carry out a comprehensive research study to evaluate the effectiveness of the newly introduced practical examination system.
The study will compare students' theory and practical exam scores to assess how the revised assessment method has performed in its first year of implementation. Officials will also closely examine cases where candidates obtained unusually low marks in theory papers but exceptionally high scores in practical examinations.
According to education authorities, if the research identifies any evidence of irregularities, unfair marking, or lack of transparency in practical exam results, disciplinary action will be taken against the teachers or officials found responsible in accordance with the relevant rules and regulations.
This year marked the first implementation of several major reforms in Punjab's practical examination process. Students were required to complete a written questionnaire during practical exams, while practical answer sheets were assessed through a centralized marking system aimed at improving fairness and consistency across all education boards.
Officials said around 2.7 million students appeared in the first annual matriculation examinations across Punjab this year. The findings of the research will help determine whether the new practical examination system has achieved its intended objectives and will guide future reforms to make the examination process more transparent, reliable, and merit-based.
