2026 Board Exams for Class 5 & 8 in Punjab
The Punjab government, through PECTA, has officially announced that board exams will be conducted for Class 5 and Class 8 in government schools for the 2025–26 academic session. This restores formal evaluation for early classes and ensures standardization of assessment.
Exam Schedule & Registration
- Registration window: November 3 – November 15, 2025
- Class 5 exam date: February 9, 2026
- Class 8 exam dates: February 16 – February 24, 2026
- Expected result date: March 31, 2026
These exams will be conducted by PECTA. Private schools will continue with their internal assessments.
8th Class Smart Syllabus
In December 2025, PECTA released a Smart Syllabus for Class 8 to reduce workload and focus on core concepts:
- English: Units 2, 3, 8, and 9 removed
- Urdu: 6 chapters out of 20 removed
- Mathematics & Science: Certain topics simplified
- Updated model papers and pairing schemes provided to match revised syllabus
- Exams include MCQs (40 marks) and subjective questions (60 marks)
Benefits and Considerations
Benefits:
- Reduced stress and workload
- Focus on essential concepts
- Easier and more manageable syllabus for teachers and students
Considerations:
- Private schools may have a different system
- Students must confirm syllabus with their school
- Consistent implementation is needed for fair evaluation
Guidance for Students and Parents
- Ensure registration is completed within the specified window
- Follow the updated syllabus and use official model papers
- Prepare steadily and revise core topics
- Monitor official updates from schools or PECTA
- Seek help from teachers or tutors for difficult topics
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