PCTB Approved New Scheme of Studies for Matric Classes in Punjab

We are here to inform you about the major changes in the Matric Scheme of Studies in Punjab. Recently the Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board has made some changes in the study scheme of few matric part 1 and 2 subjects. These particular changes were approved by the Board of Governors of PCTB in its 117th meeting conducted on 9^th May 2024 which aims to simplify the curriculum and enhance the educational standards across public and private educational institutions in Punjab, as well as Deeni Madaris too. You can get the names of the subjects and the information regarding this new matric study scheme from this page. These recent changes in matric Scheme of Studies will not take effect from this year, PCTB has planned to make these changes permanent in upcoming 9^th and 10^th class’s academic years. Stay connected for more crucial updates related to your matric curriculum.

Changes in the Matric Curriculum 2024:

According to this new matric curriculum announced by PCTB, the changes has been made for the Islamiyat (Compulsory) and Pakistan Studies (Compulsory) subjects. In the recent notice released by the PCTB, it was mentioned that the total marks of both subjects will be changed and students will study both subjects in 9^th and 10^th class separately. These new changes in matric curriculum have been described comprehensively in the following:

9^th Class Curriculum Adjustments

Effective from the Academic Session 2024-2025 onwards, the Scheme of Studies 2024 introduces key adjustments for the 9^th class students. Notably, the subject of Islamiyat (Compulsory) will now be taught only in 9^th class (matric part-1) and its new total marks will be 100 which was previously 50 marks. Alongside, the Pakistan Studies (Compulsory) subject in 9^th class will be discontinued or stopped from the academic session 2024-2025 onwards. This revised 9^th class curriculum 2024 has been made to ease the exam conduction and preparation process.

Changes in 10^th Class Curriculum

With effect from the Academic Session 2025-2026 onwards, 10^th Class students will witness significant changes in their curriculum. The subject of Pakistan Studies (Compulsory) will now be taught only in 10^th class with new total marks of 100. Previously the Pakistan Studies subject was taught in both 9^th and 10^th classes but now from the academic session 2025-2026 onwards this will change. And at the same time, the teaching of Islamiyat (Compulsory) in 10^th class (matric part-2) will be discontinued or stopped, supporting the revised 10^th class curriculum 2024.

Reasons for These New Curriculum Adjustments

The decision to revise the Matric Scheme of Studies for 9^th and 10^th class students, reflects a combined effort to enhance the quality and significance of education in Punjab. By reorganizing the matric syllabus 2024 for these two subjects; Islamiyat and Pakistan Studies, authorities aim to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both subjects. By reducing the number of subjects students will be able to focus on these two compulsory subjects separately. The implementation of these changes will start from the academic session 2024-2025 onwards.

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TALAT MEHMOOD
23 Jun 2024
will there be any change in islamiat book for class nine as new book is not available in the market so far
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TALAT MEHMOOD
23 Jun 2024
will there be any change in books as so far new book is not available in the market
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