Karachi Board Postpones Intermediate Exams 2025, new date announced

The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) has announced a delay in the annual intermediate exams for 2025. The exams were first scheduled to start on April 28, but now they will begin on May 5.

The decision was made on the orders of the board chairman. Two main reasons were given for the delay.

Why Were the Exams Postponed?

Firstly, the process of giving grace marks in key science subjects for the 2024 exams is still going on. Students of first-year pre-medical, pre-engineering, and general science groups are supposed to receive extra marks in mathematics, chemistry, and physics.

Secondly, many examination centres are already busy with matriculation exams. The matric exams started on April 8 and will continue until May 8. Because of this overlap, there were not enough exam centres available for the intermediate exams.

Officials said that the change was necessary to keep the exam system organised and smooth. They asked students, parents, and schools to continue their preparations according to the new timetable.

Where to Find Updates?

BIEK said that any new updates or changes will be announced on their official website (www.biek.edu.pk) and on their verified Facebook and Instagram pages. Students are advised to regularly check these platforms to stay informed.

Grace Marks Decision

On April 15, the Sindh government’s Department of Universities and Boards issued a notification about grace marks.

Students who appeared for the Intermediate Part-I (Pre-Medical and Pre-Engineering) annual exams in 2024 will receive 15% to 20% grace marks.

According to the new policy:

• Students will get 20% grace marks in Chemistry.

• They will also get 15% grace marks in Physics and Mathematics.

This decision was made after it was approved by the provincial cabinet. The notification was signed by Sharifuddin, who is the Section Officer for Boards.

The Karachi Intermediate Board has been officially informed, and instructions have been given to apply this decision immediately.

Karachi Board Leadership Situation

It is important to mention that the Karachi Intermediate Board currently does not have a permanent chairman. For now, the Chairman of the Karachi Matriculation Board is also serving as the acting chairman of the Intermediate Board.

This leadership gap has made managing exams and policies more challenging for the board.