PECTAA Midterm 2025–26 (Punjab) — Dates, Timings & Full Syllabus (Grades 1–8)
Quick summary:
PECTAA (Punjab) will hold the School-Based Assessment (Midterm) for Grades 1–8 in the province-wide window 8 December 2025 – 19 December 2025. Morning sessions normally run 09:30 AM – 11:30 AM and afternoon sessions 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM (Friday 02:30 PM – 04:30 PM).
Key facts at a glance
- Exam window: 8 Dec 2025 – 19 Dec 2025
- Morning timing: 09:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- Afternoon timing: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM (Friday 02:30 PM – 04:30 PM)
- Grades covered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- Format: School-based assessment (SBA) — objective + short/long responses (varies by grade)
Simple day-by-day note for schools
The province issues a single date-sheet window; schools publish a matching school-level copy with exact subject assignment for each day. Make sure parents get the printable school copy and an arrival time notice.
Exam pattern (easy summary)
- Grades 1–3: Short tasks, oral checks, and teacher-assessed activities.
- Grades 4–5: Combination of short objective questions and a few short written answers.
- Grades 6–8: Objective questions (MCQs/short answer) + constructed response questions. Many schools use a 50-mark template (scaled where needed).
- Duration: 60–120 minutes depending on grade and paper.
Class-wise midterm scope (Grades 1–8)
Note: Midterm usually covers the curriculum taught during the first half of the session. Schools must paste exact chapter numbers from their issued portion before final printing.
Grade 1
- English: Alphabet, simple words, short reading
- Math: Counting, basic addition/subtraction, shapes
- Urdu/Nazra: Letters and simple reading
- GK/Islamiat: Basic moral stories and short duas
Grade 2
- English: Short sentences, sight words, short comprehension
- Math: Two-digit addition/subtraction, simple tables
- Urdu/Nazra: Reading fluency, dictation
Grade 3
- English: Short composition, comprehension, basic grammar
- Math: Multiplication tables, simple fractions
- Science/SST: Basic environmental topics
Grade 4
- English: Paragraph writing, comprehension, grammar basics
- Math: Division, simple geometry, problem solving
- Science/Islamiat/Urdu as per school portion
Grade 5
- English: Paragraphs, comprehension, tenses
- Math: Fractions, LCM/GCF, decimals basics
- Science/Social Studies: Term-1 chapters
Grade 6
- English: Extended comprehension & writing
- Math: Integers, basic algebra, geometry foundations
- Science: Life & physical sciences – first term portion
Grade 7
- English: Essays, letters, higher comprehension
- Math: Algebraic basics, ratio/proportion
- Science/SST: Mid-term taught chapters
Grade 8
- English: Comprehension + composition practice
- Math: Algebra, geometry, percentages
- Science: Selected physics & biology chapters from term-1
What schools must tell parents (short checklist)
- Print and share the school-level date sheet and arrival time.
- Tell parents allowed items (stationery only) and banned items (phones, smart devices).
- Ask students to arrive 30–45 minutes early for verification.
- Share simple practice materials and 2 timed mock tests (where possible).
Simple preparation tips for students
- Revise short notes and key examples from term-1 chapters.
- Practice timed short papers to build speed.
- For young grades, practice reading aloud and oral questions.
- Make a ‘what to bring’ checklist and keep stationery ready the night before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When does the PECTAA Midterm start in Punjab?
A: The exams begin on 8 December 2025.
Q: What are the morning and evening exam timings?
A: Morning: 09:30–11:30 AM, Afternoon: 02:00–04:00 PM.
Q: Are Grades 1–8 included in these exams?
A: Yes, the entire primary and middle level is included.
Q: Is the syllabus full book or half?
A: Midterm covers first-term (half-year) syllabus only.
This article is prepared and published by the StudyRasta Team for parents, teachers, and students across Punjab.
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