Punjab Boards to Introduce E-Sheets for Four Science Subjects in 2025 Exams

The nine educational boards of Punjab have agreed to conduct examinations for four science subjects using electronic sheets (e-sheets) starting next year, as part of a broader effort to modernize the examination system. The decision was made during a meeting of board chairpersons held in Lahore, where the subjects for on-screen marking in upcoming matriculation and intermediate examinations were also finalized.

The meeting was chaired by Professor Badrul Salam, Chairman of the Lahore Board, and was attended by Deputy Secretary Higher Education Rizwan Nazir and Lahore Board Secretary Rizwan Nazir. Participants discussed enhancing infrastructure and logistical arrangements across all boards to support the new system, with a focus on improving printing facilities and ensuring effective implementation of on-screen marking.

The meeting also considered forming specialized teams to ensure uniformity, transparency, and the use of modern technology in examinations. Professor Badrul Salam stated that all educational boards are committed to providing a transparent, standardized, and technology-based examination system that will make the process more efficient and reliable.

This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to digitize education in Punjab and reduce malpractices. By shifting to e-sheets and on-screen marking, the boards aim to streamline evaluation, reduce errors, and expedite result processing. The move is expected to benefit students by making the examination process more accurate and less prone to manual mistakes.

The decision follows earlier steps by the Punjab government to integrate technology into education, such as the introduction of online registration and result portals. The boards plan to conduct training sessions for staff and ensure that necessary infrastructure is in place before the next examination cycle.