No Board Exams for Class 5 and 8 in Punjab This Year

The Punjab Education Curriculum Training and Assessment Authority (PECTA) has announced the cancellation of board exams for grades 5 and 8 for the current academic year, opting to conduct student assessments instead, as reported by 24NewsHD TV Channel.

This decision was made during a high-level meeting led by PECTA CEO Dr. Shahenshah Faisal Azeem. The initiative aims to reduce exam-related stress for students and encourage learning based on conceptual understanding.

Officials noted that this change aligns with contemporary educational methods that prioritize continuous evaluation over traditional, high-pressure testing formats.