Punjab’s matriculation (SSC) exam schedule for 2026 has been released, outlining key dates for Class 9 and Class 10 annual exams, result announcements, and the supplementary admission cycle. The first annual SSC exams are scheduled to begin on March 27, 2026. Following the exams, Class 10 results are expected on August 6, 2026, while Class 9 results are anticipated on September 2, 2026.

The government has officially set a strict annual fee increase limit for private schools in 2026, bringing long-awaited relief to parents worried about sudden and excessive fee hikes. Under the new policy, private schools are no longer free to raise fees arbitrarily, as clear caps have been introduced along with strict enforcement measures.

All nine educational boards in Punjab have officially announced the schedule for the 2026 Matric and Intermediate annual examinations, providing clarity for students, parents, and educational institutions across the province. According to an official notification, the examination timetable has been revised in view of the holy month of Ramadan to ensure convenience for students.

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has initiated formal consultations to restore student unions in higher education institutions across the province. The discussions took place during a meeting chaired by Higher Education and Local Government Minister Mina Khan Afridi, with officials from the Higher Education Department and student organization leaders in attendance.

The United States hosted nearly 1.2 million international students in the 2024-25 academic year, although new enrolments declined by 7%, largely due to a 15% drop in graduate-level admissions. Despite this overall slowdown, Pakistani students continued to increase their presence in US higher education, particularly in STEM fields.

The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Faisalabad has released the schedule for the 2026 annual examinations for both Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Intermediate levels. The Grade 10 (composite) matriculation exams will begin on March 27, 2026, while Grade 9 annual exams are scheduled to start on April 14, 2026. Candidates appearing to improve their marks or reappear in

The Punjab government has launched a new phase of the Mein Digital program to create digital employment opportunities for educated women in rural areas of the province. Implemented by the Punjab Skills Development Fund in collaboration with government partners under the leadership of Maryam Nawaz, the initiative aims to equip women with digital skills and enable them to earn income from home

The University of Lahore has taken proactive steps to enhance student safety by installing protective nets across campus buildings to prevent suicide attempts. This initiative focuses on creating a secure campus environment while raising awareness about mental health and promoting support systems for students facing psychological challenges. By combining preventive measures with mental health

The District Education Authority (DEA) Lahore has taken action against private schools that reopened during the official winter vacation, sealing several institutions for violating government orders. Schools affected include Oxford Grammar School in Shahdara, Tehzeeb-ul-Islam School on Bedian Road, and Umm-ul-Huda School in Sabzazar.

A notification circulating on social media claims that the Punjab government has extended winter vacations in public and private schools from January 10 to January 17, 2026, with schools reopening on January 19. However, this information is false.