Introduction: The much-anticipated shift to a modern grading system for Matric and Intermediate exams in Pakistan has been postponed until 2026, as confirmed by the Sindh Universities and Boards Department and the Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC). This delay affects students, educators, and boards nationwide, maintaining the traditional numerical grading system for the 2025 exams.
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- What Is the New Grading Policy?: The policy replaces numerical marks with a 10-point grading scale (A++ to U), raises passing marks from 33% to 40%, and introduces GPA-based results. It aims to reduce competition and align with international standards.
- Why Was the Policy Postponed?: Notifications from the Sindh government and IBCC cite the need for additional preparation, with implementation now set for 2026. This follows earlier plans for a 2025 rollout
- Impact on Students and Educational Boards: The 2025 exams will use the old system, giving students and boards more time to adapt. The new system promises a fairer, less stressful evaluation but requires training for boards
Conclusion: The postponement to 2026 allows stakeholders to prepare for a transformative grading system. Stay informed about Pakistan’s education reforms by subscribing to our blog!
Key Highlights of the New Grading Policy
Under the new scheme:
- A++ (Exceptional): 95% to 100% marks, GPA 5.0
- A+ (Outstanding): 90% to 94%
- A (Excellent): 85% to 89%
- B++ (Very Good): 80% to 84%
- B+ (Good): 75% to 79%
- B (Fairly Good): 70% to 74%
- C (Above Average): 60% to 69%
- D (Average): 50% to 59%
- E (Below Average): 40% to 49%
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