Latest Updates (Updated: June 2025)
The annual matriculation (10th Class) examinations in Pakistan will officially begin on March 4th, 2025, starting with the papers of Arabic and History, and will conclude on March 24th, 2025, with the Punjabi paper. Students across all educational boards including Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, and AJK should start preparing accordingly.
What is SSC (Secondary School Certificate)?
SSC stands for Secondary School Certificate in Pakistan and is a crucial part of the matriculation system. Students who successfully complete 9th class become eligible to advance to 10th class under the same subject stream they selected earlier. It is important to note that subject changes are not allowed once you’ve chosen them in 9th class.
Boards Covered in This Guide
This guide is applicable to all major educational boards in Pakistan, including:
Punjab Boards (Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, DG Khan, Bahawalpur, Sahiwal)
Sindh Boards
KPK Boards
Balochistan Board
AJK Board
Updated Punjab Board Policies for 2025
Marks Improvement Opportunity
The Punjab Board now allows students to attempt the 10th class exam up to four times for the purpose of improving their marks. This gives students more flexibility and a fair chance to perform better.
New Passing Criteria
From 2025 onwards, the passing percentage has been raised to 40%. Students must now score at least 40% in each subject to be considered passed (previously it was 33%).
Exam Schedule & Roll Number Slips
Exam Start Date: March 4, 2025
Roll Number Slips: Will be available on the official portals of respective Punjab boards. Students are advised to regularly check their board’s website and download their slips as soon as they’re released.
Punjab Boards Roll No. Slip Portals
Board | Link |
|---|---|
Lahore Board | Check |
Gujranwala Board | Check |
Multan Board | Check |
Faisalabad Board | Check |
Sargodha Board | Check |
Rawalpindi Board | Check |
Bahawalpur Board | Check |
DG Khan Board | Check |
Sahiwal Board | Check |
10th Class Result 2025 – Expected Announcement
Results for all Punjab Boards are typically released 2 to 3 months after the final exam. For 2025, the expected result date is July 2025. Students can check their results through:
Their respective board’s official website
Trusted educational platforms like Taraqqi
SMS result service (available for selected boards)
New Subject Alert: Tarjamah Quran Majeed
The Punjab Curriculum & Textbook Board (PCTB) has introduced a new compulsory subject for 10th class titled “Tarjamah Quran Majeed”. This subject is now part of the matric curriculum and can be purchased from approved third-party publishers. Check with your board (e.g. Gujranwala, DG Khan, Bahawalpur, etc.) for approved versions of the book.
Age Criteria for 10th Class (Punjab)
For the academic session 2025, students in Punjab must typically be 13 to 15 years old to be enrolled in 10th class. This age requirement ensures students are both mentally and emotionally prepared for SSC Part 2.
Why 10th Class is Important?
Matriculation (SSC Part 2) is the foundation of your academic and professional future. Your 10th class certificate is often the first academic document reviewed by employers or higher education institutions. A strong performance in matriculation opens doors to intermediate colleges, scholarships, and career opportunities.
Tip: After the pandemic, smart syllabi have been issued by boards like Punjab, Sindh, KPK, and AJK. However, Balochistan Board has not released any official smart syllabus.
How to Prepare for the 10th Class Exams
Start Early – Begin preparing from the very first day of school.
Set Goals – Treat your exam as a personal challenge.
Stay Consistent – Make and follow a daily and weekly routine.
Track Progress – Regularly assess your performance.
Use Online Tools – Practice with 10th class online tests, watch video lectures, and if needed, hire a home tutor.
We also recommend checking out:
10th Class Notes
Model Papers
Past Papers
Solved MCQs
Short Questions & Numerical Problems
Total Marks for Matric 2025
For students appearing in matric in 2025, the total marks remain 1100. This includes marks from both 9th and 10th class combined.
Useful Downloads & Resources
Class 10 Books PDF (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths, etc.)
Syllabus PDF (Smart & Regular)
Board-wise Date Sheets
Updated 2025 Matric News
Visit Taraqqi.pk regularly for the most up-to-date information regarding:
Board announcements
Result dates
Admissions
Study guides
Educational alerts