FBISE Introduces New Grading Policy for Matric and Inter Students

ISLAMABAD – The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) has officially announced a new grading policy for matriculation and intermediate students, aimed at aligning Pakistan’s examination system with international standards.

The decision was made following a recent meeting of the Inter-Board Coordination Commission (IBCC) and will come into effect from 2026 for grades 9 and 11, while students in grades 10 and 12 will follow the new policy from the first annual examinations in 2027.

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New Grading Scale

Under the revised system, students will be evaluated based on performance percentages instead of traditional marks. The new grading scale is as follows:

• A++ (Exceptional): 96% to 100%

• A+ (Outstanding): 91% to 95%

• A (Excellent): 86% to 90%

• B++ (Very Good): 81% to 85%

• B+ (Good): 76% to 80%

• B (Above Average): 71% to 75%

• C+ (Satisfactory): 61% to 70%

• C (Adequate): 51% to 60%

• D (Marginal): 40% to 50%

• Ungraded: Below 40%

Students falling into the ‘Ungraded’ category will be given the opportunity to retake exams in those specific subjects.

Purpose and Impact

According to FBISE officials, the new grading policy is designed to enhance transparency, ensure fair and consistent assessment, and reduce academic pressure on students. By shifting the focus away from marks-based competition, the board hopes to encourage conceptual understanding and reduce reliance on rote memorization.

The policy is also part of a broader initiative to modernize Pakistan’s education system, making it more compatible with international evaluation practices.

The announcement has been welcomed by educators and education reform advocates, who believe this is a step forward in making assessments more reflective of actual student learning and performance.