Punjab Implements New Requirement for Matric and Inter Students in Annual Exams

Punjab has introduced major reforms for the 2026 Matriculation and Intermediate examinations to modernize the system and ensure fairness. A key change is the implementation of digital biometric attendance verification, which will confirm the identity of students before they enter exam halls. This measure aims to prevent impersonation and maintain the integrity of the exams.

Practical exams are also being overhauled, with standardized assessment criteria to ensure consistent grading across all boards in Punjab. CCTV cameras will be installed in laboratories to monitor students and curb cheating, while digital marking systems for both theory and practical papers will reduce human error and prevent tampering.

The government has also addressed compensation for exam supervisors, ensuring fair pay to encourage integrity and reduce susceptibility to external pressures such as bribery or political influence. Legal measures will be enforced against any attempt to manipulate results, reflecting a zero-tolerance policy for corruption and unethical practices.

These reforms aim to create a transparent and credible examination system, ensuring that students’ results reflect true merit. Detailed technical guidelines and implementation plans will be shared with schools and exam centers before the 2026 exams, with biometric verification and CCTV systems installed in time for the exam cycle. The measures are expected to boost confidence among students and parents, fostering fairness, accountability, and modernization in Punjab’s education system.