The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) is under intense scrutiny after releasing the 2025 Class 9 results for Science and General groups without providing detailed mark sheets. Over 175,000 students are left in uncertainty, unable to access their subject-wise marks or overall percentages. The board has announced that comprehensive mark sheets will be issued in two weeks, delaying college admissions and further evaluations.
The results, announced last week, only indicated whether students passed or failed in individual subjects, without providing subject-wise or total marks. BSEK has stated that detailed mark sheets will not be available for at least another two weeks, preventing students from calculating their overall percentage or standing.
This approach has drawn heavy criticism from students, teachers, and parents alike. It stands in stark contrast to modern assessment systems, such as those of Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) and the Punjab boards, which issue provisional mark sheets alongside results, clearly displaying both subject-wise and total marks. Ironically, the announcement came as BSEK officials attended a meeting on digitalising exams, including e-marking and a new grading system. Despite discussing modern technology, the board failed to show even basic digital progress in its own results process. Controller of Examinations Hamza Tagar acknowledged the systemic shortcomings and assured that efforts are underway to resolve the issues. He stated, “We are aware of the issues and are working to resolve them. I have questioned the IT staff, and we are committed to ensuring that students will be able to access their marks within a week.” Educationists have pointed out that this inefficiency reflects a broader issue of mismanagement within the board. Haider Ali, Chairman of the All Private Schools and Colleges Association, expressed his dissatisfaction: “In Punjab, when the first-year results are announced, students receive provisional mark sheets with subject-wise details immediately. Here, not only are the marks withheld, but even the total score is not disclosed — this is entirely unjustifiable.” Also Read: Pakistanis travelling to Turkey must note new visa fees and application rules The delay in issuing detailed mark sheets has left students and parents frustrated, as they are unable to proceed with necessary academic and administrative processes. The board's failure to provide timely and transparent results has raised concerns about its commitment to modernising the education system and meeting the needs of its stakeholders.
