The Punjab Matriculation 2026 Exam Task Force has announced major changes to science practical examinations to ensure transparency, fairness, and proper monitoring across all examination centers in the province.

All school and exam center principals have been directed to install closed-circuit cameras (CCTV) in science laboratories ahead of the upcoming practical exams.

A circular issued by the task force instructed school administrations to complete all preparations by February 28, ensuring that laboratory computers are fully functional and that all necessary chemicals, instruments, and equipment for physics, chemistry, and biology practical’s are available and in proper condition.

Technical Inspections and Compliance

Following February 28, technical monitoring teams will visit examination centers in every district and tehsil to verify laboratory readiness. The task force emphasized that strict action will be taken against principals and laboratory in-charges if schools fail to meet the prescribed standards within the deadline.

Structure of Practical Examinations

Each practical exam will consist of two components:

1.        Assessment of the practical record book

2.        Hands-on practical examination

Resident inspectors will be posted at each examination center to oversee the entire process, ensuring fairness and adherence to guidelines.

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Facilities for Students and Parents

To support students and their families, principals have been instructed to arrange waiting rooms for parents of female students appearing in practical exams. This step is aimed at providing a safe and comfortable environment for families during exam hours.

These reforms reflect Punjab’s commitment to modernizing examination procedures, maintaining transparency, and ensuring equal opportunities for all matriculation candidates.