Karachi Board postpones intermediate exams; 2025|BIEK releases revised dates.

Karachi Board postpones intermediate exams: 

The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) has said in a significant declaration impacting thousands of students across the city that the next annual intermediate exams would be postponed. The exams originally set to start on April 28, 2025, will start on May 5, 2025. Many parents and students are now trying to fit this abrupt change into their plans and preparations.

BIEK’s postponement of intermediate exams. 

On Friday, the BIEK released an official statement confirming the intermediate exam. The revised schedule gives pupils another week to get ready for their exams. Although many might find this shocking, board officials detailed important administrative and logistical factors behind this choice.

Reasons Behind the Rescheduling

Incomplete Grace Marks Process

Marks are largely responsible for the delay. 

The BIEK is currently applying grace marks to essential subjects—mathematics, chemistry, and physics—for first-year students of the scientific pre-medical, pre-engineering, and general science groups as part of a continuous policy to help students. Originally approved by the Sindh government, this project is essential to provide equitable results of evaluation. Nevertheless, the process has not been fully carried out, so it is impossible to move on with exams without finishing this necessary administrative chore. 

Overlap on Mathematical Exams.

Another important element causing the delay is the overlap with continuous matriculation tests. The Matric exams, which began on April 8 and will last until May 8, occupy several exam centers set aside for intermediate students. This conflict in timing produced an operational bottleneck that limited the availability of suitable facilities for intermediate exams. BIEK administrators decided it was essential to change the intermediate exam date to preserve order and guarantee clean examination surroundings.

Grace Marks Decision: 

Background and Application granting of grace marks is not a surprise action but rather results from the Sindh government’s Department of Universities and Boards. It was resolved at a cabinet meeting on April 15, 2025, that students appearing for Intermediate Part-I (Pre-Medical and Pre-Engineering) exams of 2024 would be given extra marks in the science fields. In chemistry specifically, the regulation awards 20% grace marks; in physics and mathematics, it offers 15%

The official notification, signed by Sharifuddin, section officer from the board, instructs the Karachi Board of Intermediate Education to start these adjustments right away. This action is to assist students who encountered challenges during the academic year, thereby guaranteeing their fair opportunity for academic success. 

Effects on Institutions and Students 

Exam postponement forces students to consider a vital question: how best to use their extra time? While some see it as a good chance to confirm their readiness, others worry about the extended test season. To fit the new schedule, educational institutions also have to change their plans, including pre-exam seminars and review sessions. 

To help parents, teachers, and students avoid fake information, the BIEK has recommended that they rely exclusively on updates received through its official website (www.biek.edu.pk) and verified social media pages on Facebook and Instagram. Officials promised that these channels will be used for any upcoming changes or announcements of necessity

BIEK Management Difficulties

 In the middle of these significant developments, the BIEK leadership position faces additional challenges. Currently, the board operates without a permanent chairman. The duties are being temporarily handled by the Chairman of the Karachi Matriculation Board.. This lack of committed leadership could perhaps affect the quick execution of important choices and policies at a time when clarity and strong direction are much sought after. 

The BIEK is committed to running the tests fairly and without incident despite all the difficulties.  Officials have promised to always give the students’ needs top priority in all decisions made forward.

Conclusion

The postponement of the intermediate tests by the BIEK underlines the complex difficulties in supervising major academic examinations. Although the delay would cause temporary disturbance, it also allows pupils to improve their readiness and approach the tests with more assurance. To make sure children, parents, and teachers negotiate this transitional period effectively going ahead, open communication and quick implementation of established policies will be vital.

FAQs

1. Why did BIEK postpone the intermediate exams?

The tests were delayed because of the overlapping use of testing centers for matric exams and the ongoing grace marks process.

2. What are the new dates for the BIEK intermediate exams? 

The intermediate tests would begin on May 5, 2025.

 3. How many grace marks are being awarded to students?

Students will get 15% in both Physics and Mathematics and 20% in Chemistry

 4. Where could students find updates on the BIEK tests?

Updates are accessible on the official BIEK website as well as on recognised social media sites

 5. Who is currently heading the Karachi Board of Intermediate Education? 

The Karachi Matriculate Board Chairman is in charge of the BIEK temporarily right now.

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